System Engineer- Cyber Security Engineering Focus
Core
Securing systems supporting critical Defense and Intelligence missions by applying risk management frameworks, engineering security controls, and maintaining system authorizations for cloud and on-prem environments.
Role type
Senior System Engineer (Cyber Security Engineering)
Builds
Secure, mission-ready systems throughout their lifecycle in compliance with DoD and NIST requirements
Domain
Defense & Intelligence / Cybersecurity Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes, Assessment & Authorization (A&A), POA&M management, ATO documentation, vulnerability scanning, compliance tracking, system hardening, STIG implementation, Linux/Windows security, incident response, NIST 800-series knowledge
Preferred skills
Python/Java/React scripting, DevSecOps pipelines, Linux (Red Hat/CentOS) administration, database management, web app security, big data platforms, Agile methodologies, NIST SP 800-171, System Security Engineering (SSE)
Technologies
XACTA, eMASS, ACAS, IAVM, Jira, Confluence
Responsibilities
Apply RMF processes to support system Assessment & Authorization (A&A), Develop and maintain security documentation (SSPs, POA&Ms, SARs, ATO artifacts), Conduct vulnerability assessments and compliance scans, Implement and validate security controls aligned with NIST 800-53 and CNSSI 1253, Support system hardening, patching, and configuration management for Linux, Windows, and network devices, Monitor systems for security events and support incident response, Assess security impacts of system changes and support configuration control boards (CCBs), Collaborate with system engineers, administrators, and DevSecOps teams, Provide cybersecurity risk input to program leadership and Authorizing Officials
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC