Cyber Security Specialist, Apprentice - SME

USfalcon; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

USfalcon is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist, Apprentice – SME, to support the USSTRATCOM/J5 mission from Offutt AFB, NE. This role develops and tests security controls, performs RMF documentation for classified networks, and advances mission-critical software modernization efforts.

The ideal candidate will have 0-3 years for Apprentice up to 12+ for SME, with experience in cyber risk assessment, testing under STIGs, and collaboration with DoD teams to strengthen national defense software and

Qualifications

• Apprentice, Journeyman, Craftsman, SME roles with escalating experience
• BA/BS in a technical discipline for Apprentice/Journeyman
• Advanced Degree for Craftsman-SME

Responsibilities

• Identify cyber weaknesses and develop POA&M for information assurance
• Conduct tests of cybersecurity safeguards and automate testing
• Ensure hardware/OS/software design meets security requirements
• Develop RMF documentation for Secret/Top Secret/JWICS networks
• Perform vulnerability assessments and security tests on networks and apps
• Conduct security audits and evaluate conformity to criteria
• Document findings and discuss solutions with IT teams
• Perform black/white box testing and war-gaming exercises
• Provide cybersecurity recommendations and produce best practices

Job description

Cyber Security Specialist, Apprentice - SME

Job Category: Space and Cyber

Requisition Number: CYBER003380

• Full-Time

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Description

We have an exciting opportunity to join us in supporting one of our valued customers as a Cybersecurity Specialist , Apprentice – SME to work out of Offutt AFB, NE supporting the United States Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM/J5)

Job Summary:

TheCybersecurity Specialistwillsupport mission-critical software modernization, development, and deployment efforts for the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center

Thisroleinvolves advancing mission planning and execution capabilities for strategic deterrence through systems engineering, Agile/DevOps practices, and continuous integration/delivery methodologies. Contractors will be engaged in evaluating and enhancing the survivability, interoperability, and reliability of strategic weapon systems while contributing to planning documents, test and evaluation strategies, and rapid technology fielding efforts. This is a unique opportunity to work on mission-critical NC3 software and systems that shape national defense strategies and collaborate with diverse DoD and government partners to drive innovation and operational excellence in support of the strategic enterprise.

• Identifyareas of cyber weakness within programs and develop Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M)requiredin support of information assurance or security necessities
• Conduct tests of cybersecurity safeguards and integration of systems IAW established test plans, STIGs, and Cybersecurity Controls. Automate security testing through scripts and macros
• Ensure that the design of hardware, operating systems, and software applications adequately address security requirements for the Computing Environment (CE) to include testing cybersecurity mitigations
• Development and production of RMF documentation for Secret, Top Secret, and JWICS networks
• Perform vulnerability assessments and security tests on networks, web-based applications, and computer systems
• Conduct network and system security audits, evaluate how well the system conforms to a set of established criteria
• Analyze policies for effectiveness, make suggestions on security policy improvements, and work to enhancemethodologymaterial
• Document findings, write security reports, and discuss solutions with IT teams and management
• Perform “black box” and “white box” testing and blue and red team war gaming exercises
• Perform security and technical assessments onnew technologiesand generate "Best Practices" for implementation ofnew technologies
• Establish and sustain information security assurance processes that satisfy complex system-wide requirements
• Provide cybersecurity recommendations based on evaluation and review of engineering proposals to ensure compliance with mandated cybersecurity requirements
• Manage the fact finding, analysis, and development of hypothesis, conclusions, production of final reports and presentations

Required Qualifications:

• Apprentice :0-3 years ofdirectly relatedexperience
• Journeyman: 3-7years ofdirectly relatedexperience
• Craftsman :7-12years ofdirectly relatedexperience
• SME :12+years ofdirectly relatedexperience
• Extensive experience providing cybersecurity support for SMPES

Education/ Certification: Education:

• Apprentice, Journeyman: BA/BS in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed;additionalyears ofdirectly relatedexperience may be used in lieu of education
• Craftsman-SME :Advanced Degree (MA/MS) in the respective technical/professional disciplines being performed,additionalyears ofdirectly relatedexperience may be used in lieu of education

Required Clearance: Top Secret

Travel: TBD

Benefits Offered : medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, parental leave, pet insurance, paid time off, and holidays.

USfalconhas grown from our roots in 1984 to become a mid-tier professional services company supporting a diverse and global customer base of DoD and Federal Agencies.We have been excellingindiverse platforms for almost 30 years and continue to be an industry leader. If you thrive in an organization that values integrity, commitment, stewardship, and service, we want to meet you.We deliver core capabilities in Aviation, Space, Information Technology, and Business Operations and continue to grow and expand our competencies,contractsand customer base, adding to our long history of supporting customer and community needs. Learn more at www.usfalcon.com/history .

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