Cybersecurity Engineer with Security Clearance

Infinity Systems Engineering; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

Infinity Systems Engineering is seeking a Cyber Security Systems Engineer to support cybersecurity assessments, hardening of DoD systems, and RMF compliance. You will contribute to risk-based decision making, develop COAs, and ensure system resilience for space and ground segments.

The role requires DoD 8140/8570 IAT II certification, 4–8 years’ DISA/STIG/ACAS experience, and a Secret clearance (TS/SCI desired). Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of experience with DISA STIGs, SCC and SCAP benchmarks
• 4–8 years of experience administering DISA ACAS
• 4–8 years of experience with DISA Endpoint Security Solutions (Trellix) or HBSS
• 4–8 years of hands-on experience with securing Windows and Linux systems
• Experience implementing RMF security controls and related NIST overlays
• Active DoD 8140/8570 IAT II certification (e.g., Security+ CE) or higher
• Familiarity with RMF artifact deliverables and CS system survivability

Responsibilities

• Maintain awareness of current and emerging cyber threats and assess impact on systems
• Analyze threats, determine risk, and develop COAs to mitigate threats
• Develop procedures to counter/mitigate cyber threats for ground and space systems
• Assist with recovery planning to restore operations after incidents
• Apply cyber and systems engineering expertise to missions and TTPs
• Assess software/hardware behavior after system modifications

Job description

Infinity's niche in the aerospace and defense industry is specialized solutions that help bridge the gap between space and ground. This is no small task, and we owe our success to our team who help us fulfill our mission; to match people with their legacies for betterment of the world. There is always a place at Infinity for a motivated, capable individual seeking a career to better the world. We prioritize supporting our team through exceptional benefits, work-life balance, and structured career development. At Infinity, WE ARE MORE – now, come be more with us!

Position Overview

We are seeking a Cyber Security Systems Engineer to join our professional engineering team. This position will support cybersecurity assessments and hardening of operational and support systems to decrease vulnerabilities and increase system and operational resilience. Develop, implement and documentation approaches to satisfy Risk Management Framework requirements.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain awareness of current and emerging Cyber threats
• Analyze and assess Cyber threats and determine their impact on the systems
• Evaluate how the systems can mitigate Cyber threats and develop Courses of Action (COAs) to mitigate threats and prioritize risks
• Develop procedures to counter/mitigate Cyber threats to the Ground Systems, Space Vehicle, and payloads while maintaining the mission to the maximum extent possible
• Assist with the development of recovery plans to return the systems to operation
• Apply systems engineering and cyber expertise for the development and implementation of mission recovery support Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) in the event of Cyber incidents
• Assess software and hardware behaviors due to system modifications and any related expected system impacts

Protected EHF SATCOM Cybersecurity Sustaining Engineering Support

• Supporting and implementing intrusion detection solutions and/or systems into the Protected EHF SATCOM system baselines, including but not limited to:
• Host-based intrusion detection systems (HIDS)
• Network intrusion detection systems (NIDS)
• Intrusion protection systems (IPS), where not covered or inherited by DoD-provided defensive cyber operations (DCO)
• Provide System Security Engineering and Cybersecurity support and expertise by:
• Preparing, maintaining, and submitting the RMF-artifact delivery schedule (which includes identified RMF package delivery dates) as provided in the prime contractor format
• Capturing the status of submission frequency of identified RMF artifacts per system sustainment cybersecurity-related activities in accordance with the contract
• Performing network vulnerability scans in support of Government validation checks for CS systems
• Maintaining the approved Program Protection Implementation Plan (PPIP)
• Supporting Support Security Assessment Plans (SAP)
• Providing technical engineering and cyber support for all required cybersecurity technical meetings

Education Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field; experience will be considered in lieu of degree

Clearance Requirement: Secret clearance required, TS/SCI desired

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess a DoD 8140 or 8570 IAT II Certification (e.g., Security+ CE, or higher)
• 4-8 years of experience with DISA STIGs, SCC (SCAP, Benchmarks)
• 4-8 years of experience administering DISA Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)
• 4-8 years of experience with DISA Endpoint Security Solutions (Trellix) or legacy Host Based Security System
• 4-8 years of experience with secure configuration and hardening of DoD Information Systems
• 4-8 years of hands on experience administering configuring, trouble-shooting, and securing Windows Servers and/or RedHat Linux servers and workstations
• Experience with assessing and implementing Risk Management Framework (RMF) security controls
• Familiarity with NIST 800-30, NIST 800-37, NIST 800-53, CNSSI 1253 and associated overlays

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands on experience with implementing and tuning Splunk
• Hands on experience with implementing ClamAV
• Experience with Agile Development Lifecycle, including use of JIRA Project Management Tool
• Experience with Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency Authorization packages
• Experience with Git source control and Gitlab CI/CD Pipelines
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) (Ansible playbooks)
• Experience with Xylok STIG Automation Tool

Infinity Benefits

• Health Benefits. Infinity covers 100% of the monthly medical and dental premiums for you and your family.
• Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy three weeks of vacation, with the flexibility to use vacation hours in advance before fully accrued.
• Health and Wellness. In addition to vacation, we provide sick leave, plus Flex-Spending Account (FSA) options for medical and dependent care.
• Prepare for the Future. Our 401(k) plan includes company contributions, without requiring matching, along with access to free professional financial planning services.
• Education and Professional Development. We invest in our team’s growth with our Education Reimbursement Program, supporting your career advancement.
• Profit Sharing Plan. Our employees are key to our success, which is why all eligible team members receive an annual payout through our Profit-Sharing Plan.
• And more! U.S. Citizenship is required.

EOE including disability/vet

Application Deadline: Applications are anticipated to remain open for a minimum of 4 calendar days from the date this position is posted. The application period may be extended based on recruitment needs.