Cyber security engineer NEW

$125,000 - $150,000/Yr

Allegis Group - Quantico, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Quantico, VA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Cyber Security Engineer will be responsible for ensuring that assigned DoD and DoN systems can obtain and maintain Authorization to Operate (ATO) and Authorization to Connect (ATC) certifications. This role involves conducting risk assessments, developing necessary documentation, and serving as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develops RMF accreditation artifact documentation including hardware/software lists, topology diagrams, and various security plans.
• Performs weekly CND vulnerability scans utilizing DoD/DoN mandated practices.
• Conducts assessments of cybersecurity control compliance according to established guidelines.
• Prepares daily, weekly, and monthly reports detailing task and responsibility status.
• Supports Cybersecurity Test & Evaluation (CT&E) activities.
• Monitors compliance vulnerability scanning and uploads results to the Navy VRAM database.
• Updates and validates policies, processes, and SOPs in accordance with DoN and DoD regulations.
• Provides IT Security Incident Response support services and reports all tenant IT incidents.
• Performs system categorization and implements security controls.
• Attends and leads meetings in a collaborative team environment.

Requirements

• 7 years of experience in the IT/Engineering field.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience with DoN, DoD RMF process; must have completed full Navy or DoD RMF accreditation package from start to ATO issuance.
• Must have at least 1 DoD 8570 certification at the IAT-III/IAM-III level (CISM, CISSP, CCISO, CISA).
• Expert level knowledge of eMASS and experience in developing Assessment and Authorization plans.
• In-depth understanding of DoN and DoD cyber security policies.

Nice-to-haves

• CISM certification
• CISA certification
• CCISO certification
• Top Secret clearance
• Navy Qualified Validator (NQV) certification

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $125,000 - $150,000
• Opportunity to work in a critical field with national security implications
• Potential for career advancement in cyber security