Cybersecurity Engineer (Contingent) with Security Clearance

Begell House Inc.; Aberdeen, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan (401k/IRA)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Begell House Inc. is seeking a cybersecurity professional to support secure system architecture and RMF compliance for wearable and sensor-based systems. You will focus on strategy, risk assessment, and accreditation activities while aiding RMF processes such as IATT, ATO, and SSP.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of experience in RMF, DoD cybersecurity, and knowledge of NIST IA principles. Embedded systems experience is preferred, and a Top Secret clearance may be required for this contract

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering or science discipline is required.
• Security certifications (e.g., Security, CISSP) preferred.
• 2+ years of professional experience in the required task area.
• Experience with RMF and DoD Cybersecurity processes required.
• Knowledge of NIST frameworks and IA principles required.
• Experience supporting ATO/IATT efforts required.
• Experience with embedded or sensor-based systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support secure system architecture and RMF compliance for wearable and sensor-based systems.
• Focus on cybersecurity strategy, risk assessment, and accreditation activities.
• Support RMF processes (IATT, ATO, SSP, POA&M, etc.).
• Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments and vulnerability analysis.
• Develop cybersecurity documentation and strategies.
• Support secure system architecture and data protection.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cybersecurity knowledge

Risk assessment

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or science

Job description

Description

• Support secure system architecture and RMF compliance for wearable and sensor-based systems
• Focus on cybersecurity strategy, risk assessment, and accreditation activities
• Support RMF processes (IATT, ATO, SSP, POA&M, etc.)
• Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments and vulnerability analysis
• Develop cybersecurity documentation and strategies
• Support secure system architecture and data protection
• Other duties as assigned

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Requirements

Education/Training

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant engineering or science discipline required
• Security certifications (i.e. Security, CISSP, etc.) preferred

Experience

• 2 years of professional experience in the required task area
• Experience with RMF and DoD Cybersecurity processes required
• Knowledge of NIST frameworks and IA principles required
• Experience supporting ATO/IATT efforts required
• Experience with embedded or sensor-based systems preferred

Security

• Must be a US citizen
• Active Top Secret clearance required

Physical Requirements

• Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
• Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
• Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)
• Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources

Salary

Salary: $120,000 - 145,000 Salary rates for this position are competitive and commensurate with experience and industry standards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings options.