Security System Engineer (Remote)

Lensa; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services company is seeking a System Security Engineer to enhance cybersecurity for the Department of Veterans Affairs. This fully remote role involves applying NIST frameworks, developing security packages, and maintaining compliance. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and extensive experience in cybersecurity.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience or equivalent professional experience.
• Knowledge of A&A process and ATO package development.
• CISSP and SSCP certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Cybersecurity

Computer Science

Information Technology

Agile methodologies

Project management

Firewalls

VPNs

Intrusion detection systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or Information Technology

Tools

eMASS

Security packages

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 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 make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve government operations and citizen services. We seek great people to help us achieve our mission and transform government IT.

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 pay range is indicative of the expected starting salary but may vary depending on individual factors. The total compensation may include other elements discussed during hiring.

Salary Range: USD $120,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 per year.

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Additional Details

• Location: US-Remote
• ID: 2025-5993
• Category: Information Technology
• Position Type: Full-Time

Other Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting