Cyber Security Engineer 3

Base-2 Solutions, LLC.; Bethesda, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Base-2 Solutions, LLC. seeks a highly skilled security professional to design, implement, and secure DoD systems. You will integrate RMF into the SDLC, validate controls, and maintain SSPs, SARs, risk assessments, and POA&Ms while applying STIGs with SCAP/ACAS.

Qualified candidates hold TS/SCI with CI Poly, IASAE II, and experience with vulnerability scanning tools and DoD guidance. Strong Linux/Windows, scripting, and CI/CD capabilities are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with ability to obtain a CI Polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree with six years of experience; three years may substitute.
• DoD 8570.01-M IASAE Level II cert: CISSP/CISSP-ISSAP/CISSP-ISSEP/CSSLP/CASP+ CE.
• Developer experience in at least one scripting or programming language.
• Experience reviewing vulnerabilities and building mitigation plans.
• Architect, design, troubleshoot, and deploy vulnerability scanning (OWASP/Fortify/SonarQube/Tenable).
• Experience with XACTA/eMASS or similar tools.
• Strong Windows and Linux knowledge.
• Experience with middleware/web tech, databases, TCP/IP, and CI/CD.
• Familiar with NIST 800-171/800-172, NIST SSDF, CMMC, CNSSI 1253.
• Experience supporting DoD/IC systems through RMF+.

Responsibilities

• Support secure DoD system architecture, design, and implementation per DoDI 8510.01 and NIST guidance.
• Lead RMF activities within the SDLC, selecting and validating 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 authorization, incident response, forensics, and security automation.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

CI Polygraph

8570 IASAE II

Vulnerability management

RMF/SDLC integration

Python development

Windows/Linux admin

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

High School Diploma + 9 years

Tools

OWASP

Fortify

SonarQube

Tenable

SCAP/STIG Tools

XACTA/eMASS

GitLab

Jira

Confluence

Kubernetes

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 six years of experience in the category field. Three 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 9 years of experience.
• Associates Degree with 9 years of experience.
• Bachelors' Degree with 6 years of experience.
• Masters' Degree with 6 years of experience.
• PhD with 6 years of experience.

RequiredCertifications

• 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Base-2 Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Learn more: base-2solutions.com/eeo