Security System Engineer (Remote)

Lensa; Annapolis (MD); Remote; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a System Security Engineer to oversee network defense technologies for the Department of Veterans Affairs. This fully remote position requires strong cybersecurity expertise and experience in risk management frameworks, ensuring compliance and security for federal agencies.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience or equivalent professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Apply NIST Risk Management Framework for cybersecurity.
• Develop and submit maintenance security packages.
• Prepare and maintain monthly POA&Ms for ATO packages.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Information Technology

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Tools

Agile methodologies

VPNs

Intrusion detection systems

NIST Risk Management Framework

Job description

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Overview

GovCIO is hiring a System Security Engineer to maintain and monitor firewalls and other network defense technologies and detect abnormal behaviors for the Department of Veterans Affairs. The candidate will reconcile findings from system assessments, audits, and vulnerability scans. This position is fully remote within the United States.

Responsibilities

• Apply NIST Risk Management Framework to strengthen federal agency cybersecurity and compliance.
• Develop and submit maintenance security packages through eMASS.
• Evaluate and resubmit controls for validation on an annual basis via eMASS, ensuring timely Plan of Action and Milestone (POA&M) maintenance as required.
• Prepare and maintain monthly POA&Ms for each Authority to Operate (ATO) package, reflecting the status of monthly vulnerability scans.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for user account provisioning and end-user security controls.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or Information Technology with 12+ years of experience or equivalent professional experience.

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Knowledge of the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process, including ATO package development and its integration with Risk Management Framework procedures.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project management tools.
• Understanding of firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

Clearance Required

Ability to obtain and maintain a suitability/Public Trust clearance.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers—people passionate about transforming government IT. We deliver innovative IT services and solutions that improve government operations and citizen services. We seek great people to help us achieve our mission and build a dynamic workforce.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Salary and Benefits

The posted salary range is USD $120,000 - USD $130,000 per year. Actual offers may vary based on experience, location, and other factors. Compensation may include additional elements discussed during hiring.

Application Link

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Location

US-Remote

ID

2025-5993

Category

Information Technology

Position Type

Full-Time

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting