Cyber Security Engineer A&A

OSC Edge; Alaska; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance and AD&D

Flexible Spending

401(k) and ROTH retirement options with company match

Pet Insurance

Identity Theft and Fraud Protection coverage

Job summary

A leading IT service provider is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer responsible for ensuring compliance with DoD and Navy cybersecurity standards. This role includes tasks such as conducting risk assessments, developing RMF documentation, and providing IT Security Incident Response support. Candidates must have a high school diploma and a minimum of seven years of experience in IT, along with DoD 8570 certification. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must have and maintain a Secret personnel clearance and must be eligible for a TS/SCI.
• Must be DoD 8570 certified at the IAT-III/ IAM-III level.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of hands‑on experience in the IT/Engineering field.
• Must have expert level knowledge of eMASS and experience in the development of Assessment and Authorization plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop RMF accreditation artifact documentation.
• Perform weekly CND vulnerability scans.
• Conduct assessments of cybersecurity control compliance.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports detailing task status.
• Provide IT Security Incident Response support services.

Skills

Cybersecurity compliance

Risk management framework (RMF)

Technical security assessments

Incident response

Communication skills

NIST standards

DoD cyber security policies

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in IT or Cyber Security (preferred)

Tools

eMASS

ACAS

Nessus

SIEM

Firewalls

Job description

The Cyber Security Engineer will be responsible for tasks related to Assessment & Authorization (A&A) to ensure assigned DoD, DoN systems/Enclaves/Networks can obtain and maintain Authorization to Operate (ATO) and Authorization to Connect (ATC) certifications. In this role, the Cyber Security Engineer will participate in risk assessments of information systems to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and cyber protection needs. Develop RMF documentation to include system security plan artifacts which include hardware/software lists, topology diagrams, PPS, vulnerability management plan, incident response plan, contingency plan, system POA&M, Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) Strategy, and all other DoD and Navy mandated artifacts that comprise the Security Authorization Package. Additionally, the individual will serve as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) and review and conduct technical security assessments of computing environments to identify points of vulnerability, non-compliance with established cyber security standards and regulations, and recommend mitigation strategies to the team.

Responsibilities

• Develops RMF accreditation artifact documentation to include hardware/software lists, topology diagrams, PPS, vulnerability management plan, incident response plan, system POA&M, Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) Strategy, and all other Navy mandated artifacts that comprise the Security Authorization Package.
• Performs weekly CND vulnerability scans utilizing DoD/DoN mandated practices and software utilities.
• Conducts assessments of cybersecurity control compliance in accordance with DoDI 8500.01, DoDI 8510.01, CNSSI 1253 and NIST 800-53
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports detailing task and responsibility status
• Supports Cybersecurity Test & Evaluation (CT&E) activities of system security engineering and program protection activities.
• Monitors and executes compliance vulnerability scanning and uploads to the Navy VRAM database.
• Updates and validates policies, processes, and SOPs, in accordance with DoN and DoD policies and regulations
• Provides IT Security Incident Response support services and report all tenant IT incidents ranging from security violations (i.e., information spillage and unauthorized usage) and suspicious activity reports
• Performs system categorization; select, tailor security controls, implement, and test security controls
• Attends and leads meetings, works in collaborative a team environment to provide network stability and continuity
• Performs other tasks as required by OSC and the Government contracting office.

Required Qualifications/Education and Experience

• Must have and maintain a Secret personnel clearance and must be eligible for a TS/SCI
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must be DoD 8570 certified at the IAT-III/ IAM-III level (CASP, CISM, CISSP, CCISO, CISA)
• Minimum of seven (7) years of hands‑on experience in the IT/Engineering field
• Must have at minimum (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 expert level knowledge of eMASS and experience in the development of Assessment and Authorization plans
• In depth understanding of computer security, Department of Navy, and DoD cyber security policies
• Prior experience with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG), Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), VRAM, and other DoN, and DoD cybersecurity tools
• Strong ability to communicate clearly and succinctly in written and oral presentations
• Prior experience with computer networking and telecommunication architecture, the OSI model, and communications protocols and in collaborating with multiple technical teams to drive solutions that are requirement driven
• Have knowledge in network, physical, systems and application security practices
• Must be familiar with intrusion detection and prevention measures and practices
• Must be familiar with and have experience in tools and applications such as Firewalls, IDS/IPS, , ACAS, Nessus, and SIEMs
• Familiarity with DoD, NIST, RMF and FedRAMP processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of ACAS to create and execute scan jobs, reports, and able to troubleshoot non‑compliant scans.
• Knowledge of multiple architectures: Cisco, Linux, Windows, and VMWare

Preferred Qualifications/Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Information Technology, Information Management, or Cyber Security)
• Meet or exceed OPNAVINST 5239 requirements to be certified as Intermediate Qualified Level Navy Validator

Benefits

OSC Edge delivers a total rewards package that we know will attract, engage and retain top talent. Key elements of our package include a competitive base pay and a comprehensive benefits package:

We offer eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefits offerings. Here are just some of our benefits for our US based positions:

• Life insurance and AD&D
• Flexible Spending
• Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• 401(k) and ROTH retirement options and company match
• Pet Insurance
• Identify Theft and Fraud Protection coverage

About OSC Edge

Founded in 2008, what started as a small business has grown into a diverse and innovative global team owned by Cook Inlet Region, Inc. an Alaska Native Regional Corporation. As a US Federal contractor, we are a dedicated IT Service Provider supporting the Departments of the Army, Navy, Air Force, DoD Educational Institutions, and large corporate entities. Our expertise is in Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Compliance Management, Enterprise Architecture, IT Support, and CSfC. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment, we invite you to apply to join our team.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled