Cybersecurity Engineer

ISPA Technology, LLC; Panama City Beach (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonus

Health, vision, and dental coverage

Generous PTO and holidays

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Relocation and professional dev.

Job summary

ISPA Technology, LLC is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to support secure system implementations in Panama City Beach, FL. The role emphasizes RMF, DoD standards, and ATO readiness, with hands-on use of Nessus, Wireshark, SCC, and SIEM tools.

You will collaborate across IT teams to ensure secure architecture, maintain RMF documentation, and support compliance audits in a fast-paced government-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Expert-level knowledge of NIST RMF and DoD STIGs.
• Experience developing RMF packages, conducting security assessments, and achieving ATO.
• Hands-on experience with Nessus, Wireshark, SCC, and SIEM platforms.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
• DoD 8570 compliant certifications (e.g., Security+, CISSP, CEH).

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain cybersecurity policies aligned with NIST RMF and DoD standards.
• Lead the creation and management of RMF packages to support system authorization efforts.
• Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scans, and risk analyses.
• Support ATO processes and continuous monitoring activities.
• Apply and validate compliance with DoD STIGs and other directives.
• Utilize tools such as Nessus, Wireshark, SCC, and SIEM platforms to identify and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with engineering and IT teams to ensure secure system design.
• Maintain documentation and support audits and inspections.

Skills

RMF expertise

DoD STIGs

RMF packages

ATO experience

DoD 8570 certs (Security+ / CISSP / CE

Tools

Nessus

Wireshark

SCAP Checker (SCC)

SIEM platforms

Job description

Position Title: Cybersecurity Engineer
Location: Panama City Beach, FL
Clearance: Secret

Position Title

ISPA Technology is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to support the implementation, assessment, and maintenance of secure systems in compliance with federal and DoD cybersecurity standards. This role is ideal for a candidate with deep expertise in Risk Management Framework (RMF), security compliance, and information assurance processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain cybersecurity policies and procedures aligned with NIST RMF and DoD standards
• Lead the creation and management of RMF packages to support system authorization efforts
• Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scans, and risk analyses
• Support Authority to Operate (ATO) processes and continuous monitoring activities
• Apply and validate compliance with DoD STIGs and other cybersecurity directives
• Utilize security tools such as Nessus, Wireshark, SCAP Compliance Checker (SCC), and SIEM platforms to identify and mitigate risks
• Collaborate with engineering and IT teams to ensure secure system design and implementation
• Maintain documentation and support audits and inspections

Required Qualifications

• Expert-level knowledge of NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and DoD STIGs
• Proven experience developing RMF packages, conducting security assessments, and achieving ATO
• Hands-on experience with security tools including Nessus, Wireshark, SCC, and SIEM platforms
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, risk management, and compliance frameworks
• Must hold and maintain DoD 8570 compliant certification(s), such as:
  • CompTIA Security+
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Why Choose ISPA Technology?

• Competitive salary packages with bonus potential.
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage.
• Generous PTO allotment and 11 paid holidays.
• Robust life and disability insurance options.
• 401(K) with company match, for your future.
• A culture of recognition and rewards for your contributions.
• Opportunities for relocation and professional development.

This is a fast-paced and impactful position where your expertise will directly contribute to meeting critical Government customer requirements. You'll be part of a dedicated team that values efficiency, precision, and collaboration.

If you're ready to make a significant impact in a rewarding environment,