Cyber Security Engineer 2

Base-2 Solutions, LLC; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Base-2 Solutions, LLC in Bethesda, MD is seeking a security-focused engineer to design, develop, and implement secure DoD systems across on-premises infrastructure, aligning with RMF and cross-domain requirements.

The role involves leading RMF activities in the SDLC, developing SSPs/SARs, applying STIGs, and coordinating with DoD guidance to ensure compliant, secure architectures and robust vulnerability management.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with ability to obtain a CI Polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of experience (2 additional years may substitute).
• One DoD 8570.01-M IASAE Level II certification (CISSP or equivalent).
• Developer experience in at least one scripting or programming language.
• Experience reviewing vulnerabilities and building mitigation plans.
• Ability to architect and deploy vulnerability scanning solutions (OWASP, Fortify, SonarQube, Tenable).
• Experience with RMF/DoD guidance and related security controls.
• Knowledge of Windows, Linux/UNIX, middleware/web tech, databases, and networks.

Responsibilities

• Support secure architecture, design, and DoD system implementation per DoDI 8510.01 and NIST SP 800-53.
• Lead integration of RMF activities into the SDLC and validate controls.
• Develop and maintain SSPs, SARs, risk assessments, and POA&Ms.
• Apply STIGs and validate compliance using SCAP, STIG Viewer, and ACAS.
• Maintain scanning infrastructure and analyze vulnerabilities for mitigation.
• Support system authorization, incident response, forensics, and security automation.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associates Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Masters' Degree

PhD

Tools

XACTA

eMASS

Job description

Position Summary

Support multiple task orders under the DOMEX Technology Platform contract supporting NMEC by designing, developing, and implementing secure systems in on-premises infrastructure and integrating security across the system lifecycle.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the secure architecture, design, and implementation of DoD systems in accordance with DoDI 8510.01, NIST SP 800-53, and other DoD security guidance.
• Lead integration of RMF activities into the SDLC, including selection, implementation, and validation of security controls.
• Develop and maintain SSPs, SARs, risk assessments, and POA&Ms.
• Apply STIGs and validate compliance using SCAP, STIG Viewer, and ACAS.
• Maintain scanning infrastructure and analyze vulnerabilities for mitigation or risk acceptance.
• Support system authorization, incident response, forensics analysis, and security automation efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with ability to obtain a CI Polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of three years of experience in the category field. Two additional years of experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree.
• At least one DoD 8570.01-M IASAE Level II certification: CISSP, CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, CSSLP, or CASP CE.
• Developer experience preferred in at least one scripting or programming language.
• Experience reviewing cybersecurity vulnerabilities for risk and relevance and building mitigation/remediation plans across systems, network, application, and database vulnerabilities.
• Ability to architect, design, troubleshoot, maintain, and deploy vulnerability scanning solutions such as OWASP, Fortify, SonarQube, and Tenable.
• Experience with XACTA, eMASS, or similar tools.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Windows and Linux/UNIX operating systems.
• Experience with middleware/web technologies, databases, TCP/IP networking, and CI/CD platforms.
• Familiarity with NIST 800-171, 800-172, NIST SSDF, CMMC, and CNSSI 1253.
• Experience supporting DoD/IC systems through the RMF process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Software development experience with Python, Java, or React.
• Experience successfully achieving ATO under RMF .
• Experience with big data applications.
• Experience with GitLab, Jira, and Confluence.
• Experience in Agile environments.
• Experience with OIDC or OAuth2.
• Experience with Kubernetes, Rancher, Strimzi, Cloudera, Active Directory, and scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or PowerShell.

Required Education and Experience Equivalency

• High School Diploma/GED with 5 years of experience.
• Associates Degree with 5 years of experience.
• Bachelors’ Degree with 3 years of experience.
• Masters’ Degree with 3 years of experience.
• PhD with 3 years of experience.

Required Certifications

• One DoD 8570.01-M IASAE Level II certification: CISSP, CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, CSSLP, or CASP CE.

Required Security Clearance

• Active TS/SCI with ability to obtain a CI Polygraph.