Cyber Systems Engineer

Apex Systems; Alafaya (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to support a classified lab environment in Orlando, FL. This role involves ensuring compliance and operational readiness through vulnerability scanning, STIG application, and security documentation. You'll work closely with system admins to develop mitigation plans and automate repetitive tasks for efficiency. This position offers a dynamic and collaborative atmosphere where you can grow your skills and contribute to meaningful projects. If you're self-driven and eager to tackle challenges in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

Employee stock purchase program

Health Savings Account

Employee Assistance Program

Training and certification opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools like Nessus and ACAS.
• Knowledge of STIG application and security documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vulnerability scans and validate STIG applications.
• Support ATO maintenance and compliance standards.

Skills

Vulnerability scanning

STIG application and validation

Security documentation

Automation tools

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

ACAS

Nessus

SCAP

SCC

Splunk

Ivanti

Windows

Job description

Cybersecurity Engineer – Lab Support (Orlando, FL)

• Initial POP (Period of Performance): Through end of September
• Potential for Extension: Yes, pending internal approvals in July/August
• Start Date: ASAP (pending subcontractor coordination and clearance setup)

Location:

• On-Site (Orlando, FL): Required due to classified lab environment

Clearance Requirements:

• Active Secret clearance required
• The work will support a dynamic classified and unclassified lab environment heavily used by developers. The cyber engineering team ensures compliance and operational readiness, focusing on:

Primary Duties:

• STIG application and validation
• Vulnerability scanning (ACAS/Nessus, SCAP, SCC, etc.)
• POAM item development and tracking
• Security documentation for eMASS/ISSMs to maintain ATOs
• Supporting ATO maintenance and compliance standards
• Coordinating with system admins on mitigation plans
• Occasionally assisting with remediation (especially if admin team is short-staffed)
• Identifying and automating repetitive tasks to drive efficiency
• Suggesting and evaluating new tools for process improvement
• Writing or generating reports based on scan results
• Creating Splunk dashboards and potentially assisting with data ingestion

Desired Technical Skills & Tooling Exposure:

• Candidates do not need to have mastery over all tools listed, but should be technically strong, self-driven, and capable of picking up new tooling quickly.

Security & Compliance Tools:

• SCAP / SCC tools
• eMASS (for ATO documentation support)

Monitoring, Analytics, & Automation Tools:

• Ivanti (formerly LANDesk; patching and reporting — integration with Splunk possible)
• WSUS experience acceptable as transferable skill

Operating Systems & Infrastructure:

• Windows

Scripting & Automation:

• Bash or comparable scripting tools
• Automating scan schedules and report correlation
• Identifying or proposing new automation tools

Soft Skills & Success Factors:

• Strong technical foundation
• High energy, initiative, and self-motivation
• Effective collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to take ownership and problem-solve
• Ability to navigate dynamic, high-demand lab environments

Additional Notes:

• Work is primarily on-site due to the classified nature of the environment
• While remediation is primarily done by sysadmins, engineers may occasionally assist
• Candidates will be assessed on their ability to work independently and add value to junior-heavy teams
• Prior experience with POAM creation is preferred but not required; it can be learned on the job
• Flexibility in tooling experience is allowed; focus is on capability and adaptability

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

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