Cybersecurity Systems Engineer, SME

USfalcon, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off and holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

A mid-tier professional services company in Omaha is seeking a Cybersecurity Systems Engineer to lead the design and implementation of secure systems. This role requires a deep understanding of DoD standards and hands-on experience with cybersecurity protocols. Ideal candidates will have a master's degree in IT or related fields and at least 12 years in information system security. The position involves a range of responsibilities including ensuring compliance with regulations and developing RMF documentation. Competitive benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in NIST 800-53, DoDI 8510.01 (RMF), DoDD 8500.1.
• Experience with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Security Requirements Guides (SRGs).
• Familiarity with Operating Systems including Linux, UNIX, and Windows.
• Understanding of the MITRE ATT&CK Framework for cyberattacks.
• Knowledge of Military Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) tactics.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the security of hardware, operating systems, and applications.
• Develop RMF documentation and advise on DevSecOps.
• Evaluate engineering proposals for compliance with DoD mandates.
• Implement patching, scanning, and testing of systems.

Skills

NIST 800-53

RMF

STIGs

Security Requirements Guides

Linux

UNIX

Windows

MITRE ATT&CK Framework

Open Worldwide Application Security Project

Military Advanced Persistent Threats

Education

Master's degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering

DoD 8570 IAM Level II or 8140 Level II certification

Job description

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract

Join USfalcon and lead a mission‑critical program supporting the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) and USSTRATCOM. The Cybersecurity SME serves as the senior leader responsible for the overall execution, performance, and success of Advisory & Assistance Services (A&AS) supporting Business, Engineering, and Cybersecurity functions across complex IT and mission programs. This role operates in a classified, fast‑paced environment and serves as the primary interface with government stakeholders across high‑visibility programs.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Systems Engineer to support the design, implementation, and sustainment of secure hardware and software systems within the Computing Environment (CE). The Cybersecurity Systems Engineer will be responsible for ensuring that complex system‑wide requirements satisfy rigorous Department of Defense (DoD) standards. This role involves developing RMF documentation, evaluating engineering proposals, and providing expert guidance on Secure DevOps (DevSecOps) pipelines.

Essential Duties

• Ensures the security of hardware, operating systems, and applications within the Computing Environment by implementing RMF processes for Secret, Top Secret, and JWICS networks
• Primary duties include developing RMF documentation
• Implement RMF, develop documentation, review code, advise on DevSecOps, manage POA&Ms, STIG/SRG hardening
• Evaluating engineering proposals to ensure compliance with DoD mandates like NIST 800‑53
• Ensure Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) configuration, patching, scanning and testing of systems

Required Qualifications

• Deep expertise in NIST 800‑53, DoDI 8510.01 (RMF), DoDD 8500.1
• Experience with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), Security Requirements Guides (SRGs), and Hardening Guides.
• Familiarity with Operating Systems including Linux, UNIX, and Windows
• Understanding of the MITRE ATT&CK Framework (Adversarial Tactics, Techniques, and Common Knowledge for cyberattacks and intrusions)
• Knowledge of Military Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) tactics, techniques and procedure (APT TTPs)
• Knowledge of Open Worldwide Application Security Project (OWASP) and how it is used to develop and maintain secure web applications

Preferred Qualifications

• 12 years of information system security development and management
• Experience supporting NCC or USSTRATCOM systems
• Hands‑on experience with secure systems engineering and cloud security
• Ability to analyze complex user and regulatory demands to translate them into technical system requirements

Education / Certification

• Master's degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering / 5840; additional years of experience may be used in lieu of education requirement
• Certification - DoD 8570 IAM Level II or 8140 Level II (i.e., Sec +)
• CIISP certification or equivalent preferred. Must be able to obtain within 6 months from start date

Required Clearance: Top Secret

Travel: TBD

Benefits Offered

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, parental leave, pet insurance, paid time off, and holidays.

About US

USfalcon has grown from our roots in 1984 to become a mid‑tier professional services company supporting a diverse and global customer base of DoD and Federal Agencies. We have been excelling in diverse platforms for almost 30 years and continue to be an industry leader. If you thrive in an organization that values integrity, commitment, stewardship, and service, we want to meet you. We deliver core capabilities in Aviation, Space, Information Technology, and Business Operations and continue to grow and expand our competencies, contracts and customer base, adding to our long history of supporting customer and community needs. Learn more at www.usfalcon.com/history.

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