Cybersecurity Engineer, Journeyman - Secret

DCS Corp; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

DCS Corp seeks a Cybersecurity Engineer to support AFLCMC/ES at Hanscom AFB, MA. The role focuses on RMF implementation, security engineering, and risk management across the ESS portfolio.

The position requires an Active Secret clearance, a DoD-relevant ABET-accredited degree, and 7+ years of experience, including 3 in the DoD, with Security+ certification and DoD cloud security knowledge.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Must have and maintain an Active Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in an ABET-accredited engineering program with at least 7 years of experience, 3 in DoD.
• Security+ Certification.
• Understanding of cybersecurity in DoD cloud infrastructure.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies including CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps.
• Experience with systems analysis and eMASS.

Responsibilities

• Develop security documentation (SSP, PDP, SRA, OPSEC, and other artifacts).
• Support RMF Authorization and Accreditation activities per DoD policies.
• Manage system user accounts, PKI, ports/protocols, and access control lists.
• Implement and track security updates, configurations, and vulnerability remediation per DoD requirements.
• Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments; recommend security policies and contingency plans.
• Collaborate to ensure RMF A&A approvals by Authorizing Officials.

Skills

U.S. Citizenship

Active Secret clearance

Security+ Certification

DoD cloud security knowledge

Agile/DevSecOps experience

RMF/A&A integration

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

eMASS

PKI management tools

STIG

A&A processes

Job description

DCS has an exciting opportunity for a Cybersecurity Engineer to support the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Electronic Systems PEO (AFLCMC/ES). The Electronic Systems System (ESS) Division aka Force Protection Division's mission responsibility is to manage and execute the modernization, design, development, testing, fielding, and sustainment of the various software and hardware within the ESS Portfolio.

This is a full-time position located at Hanscom AFB, MA.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist in the development of security documentation including System Security Management Plans, Program Protection Plans, Security Risk Analyses, OPSEC Plans, and other required system security engineering artifacts.
• Support RMF Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) activities, ensuring compliance with DoD and Air Force cybersecurity policies.
• Manage system user accounts, ports/protocols, PKI requirements, and access control lists.
• Implement and track system security updates, configurations, and vulnerability remediation in accordance with DoD requirements.
• Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments; recommend security policies, contingency plans, and disaster recovery procedures.
• Participate in system/network design to ensure alignment with security policies.
• Provide leadership in analyzing and integrating cybersecurity requirements into system design and operations.
• Review and assess the implementation of RMF security controls across system architecture, documentation, and design artifacts.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure RMF A&A approval by all Authorizing Officials.
• Maintain and audit databases for classified information, visits, and clearances.
• Support classified material handling, accountability, and compliance with security classification guides.
• Develop and deliver security awareness training and education programs.
• Prepare and review acquisition security documentation and ensure compliance with CDRLs.
• Plan and implement security-related surveys, assessments, and evaluations throughout the program life cycle.

Required Skills

• Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Must have and be able to maintain an Active Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in a professional engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited educational program and at least 7 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline, 3 of which must be in the DoD.
• Security+ Certification
• Understanding of cybersecurity in DoD cloud infrastructure.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies including CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps.
• Experience with systems analysis and eMASS

Technical Skills

• STIG compliance
• Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation and documentation.
• DoD cybersecurity policies and compliance.
• System Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) processes.
• DoD cloud infrastructure security.
• Agile development methods including CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps.
• Security risk, vulnerability, and contingency planning.
• PKI management and access control.
• Classified material handling and accountability.

Salary Range

$90,220-$185,000

At DCS, we pride ourselves on providing flexibility that allows employees to balance meaningful work with their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for learning and development.

Our broad and competitive mix of benefits is designed to support and protect employees and their families. Our robust benefit offerings include medical, dental, 401k, ESOP, PTO, education reimbursement, work/life balance, parental and other leave programs.