Nuclear Cybersecurity SME

K2 Group, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) & ROTH 401(k) plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time-Off

Job summary

K2 Group, Inc. is seeking a Nuclear Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support Headquarters Air Force. This role involves extensive technical and analytical support for Nuclear Command, Control, and Communication, ensuring robust security standards.

The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in relevant fields and extensive experience in cybersecurity. The position also includes numerous benefits such as medical insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 14 years or more of experience, or a Master’s Degree and 12 years or more in relevant fields.
• Comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity measures.
• Practical experience in communications systems focused on design and cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

• Perform reviews and assessments of software specifications and vulnerability assessments.
• Evaluate network designs encompassing various technologies.
• Develop mitigation strategies for potential vulnerabilities.
• Participate in departmental cybersecurity working groups.
• Review project-related documentation for cybersecurity policy alignment.

Skills

U.S. citizenship and active Top-Secret Clearance

Understanding of software development processes

Knowledge of network architecture

Experience with communications systems

Familiarity with cybersecurity programs

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related fields

Master’s Degree in relevant fields

Tools

Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS)

Job description

*This is a contingent opportunity K2 Group is seeking a Nuclear Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME) supporting Headquarters Air Force. This role providesspecializedtechnical,analytical,andprogrammaticsupport for theNuclear Command, Control and Communication (NC3) Division.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive reviews and assessments of software specifications, metrics, vulnerability assessments, and threat analyses to ensure robust security standards.
• Evaluate and secure network designs encompassing Radio Frequency (RF) systems, Ethernet, Time Division Multiplexing (TDM), Frame Relay, and Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) technologies.
• Assess potential vulnerabilities and develop mitigation strategies for existing and prospective software/hardware systems by engaging in in-depth research, technical analysis, and position paper creation to communicate findings.
• Actively participate in and support departmental cybersecurity working groups, addressing cybersecurity challenges for legacy systems and emerging systems planned for deployment into the 2030s and beyond.
• Review project-related documentation and technical materials, including project management artifacts, code, Authorization to Operate (ATO) documents, and Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVA) to determine credibility and alignment with cybersecurity policies.

Qualifications

Required Educational Background:

Bachelor’s Degree and fourteen (14) years or more of experience, or a master’s degree and twelve (12) or more of experience in relevant field (Computer Science or Engineering, Communication Systems, Information Technology, Information Systems, Network Engineering, Information Security, Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research, or Business).

Required Experience/Skills

• U.S. citizenship and an active Top-Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility (Security Clearance is mandatory for this position).
• Comprehensive understanding of software development processes, network architecture, operations, communications systems, and control system security measures.
• Practical experience or working knowledge of communications systems in aircraft and satellite platforms with a focus on system design, waveforms, and their cybersecurity.
• Deep familiarity with cybersecurity programs, including:
• Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) programs.
• Expertise with Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) or similar platforms.

Benefits

K2 Group’s benefit offerings include: Medical/ Dental/ Vision Insurance; FSA Medical & FSA Dependent Care; Pre-tax 401(k) & ROTH 401(k) plans; Profit Sharing Plan; Life & Accidental Death Insurance; Short Term/ Long Term Disability; Voluntary Group Life Insurance option; Tuition Reimbursement; Job-related Course Reimbursement; Holiday Pay; and Paid Time-Off.