Cybersecurity Engineer II

Society of Defense Financial Management; Jacksonville, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Society of Defense Financial Management is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer II to support DoD IT systems, applying RMF controls and regulatory guidance. The role requires knowledge of NIST SP 800-171/800-53, DFARS and CMMC, plus experience with Windows and Linux security configurations and scripting.

Travel up to 25% and the ability to obtain a security clearance are required, with a Bachelor's degree and 2 years of security experience. Full-time in Jacksonville, FL.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with RMF for DoD Systems and regulatory guidelines (NIST, DoD).
• Experience with DoD IT acquisition/sustainment per DFARS/NIST guidance.
• Experience installing and configuring security settings on Windows and Linux OS.
• Ability to script, deploy, and image/clone disks.
• Experience with security software, vulnerability assessment and reporting.

Skills

RMF Knowledge

NIST Guidelines

DFARS

CMMC

Windows 10

RHEL 7/8/9

Scripting

Disk Imaging

Vulnerability Reporting

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related

2 years cyber security experience

IAT-II Certification

Job description

Req ID: 564

Job Title: Cybersecurity Engineer II

Location: Jacksonville, FL, US 32221

Job Type: Full-Time

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Travel: Up to 25%

Job Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Familiarity with applying DoD Instruction 8510.01 Risk Management Framework (RMF) for DoD Systems, effective July 19, 2022 (or subsequent issuances) to Information Systems (IS).
• Must remain informed of all applicable regulatory guidelines regarding cybersecurity for DoD Information Technology (IT) as published by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), DoD itself, or by other relevant defense entities.
• Must be knowledgeable of or experienced in acquisition and sustainment procedures for DoD IT as it pertains to contractors, as defined in issuances such as DFARS 252.204-7012, NIST SP 800- 171, NIST 800-53, Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), and other regulatory publications.
• Must possess experience installing and configuring security settings for Microsoft Windows 10, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7, 8, & 9 (or similar Unix equivalent), or newer OS implementations.
• Must demonstrate OS configuration management techniques including scripting, deployment, and disk imaging/cloning.
• Must possess expertise with computer security software, including whitelisting, anti-virus, file integrity validation, and vulnerability assessment & reporting tools.
• Must have excellent reading, writing, presentation, and general communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance when required by the contract.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related technical discipline, or equivalent professional experience. A concentration in Computer Security Administration or related discipline is preferred.
• Two (2) years of experience in computer security.
• Information Assurance Workforce certification (as described in DoD 8570.01-M or subsequent revision) of IAT-II minimum required.
• Experience in simulation, computer, or systems engineering preferred.
• Position requires eligibility for a security clearance.