Security System Engineer (Remote)

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

Job summary

A leading career site is seeking a System Security Engineer to join GovCIO, focusing on maintaining cybersecurity for the Department of Veterans Affairs. This fully remote position requires extensive experience in cybersecurity, knowledge of firewalls, and the ability to develop security packages. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related fields and possess certifications like CISSP.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in cybersecurity or related fields.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a suitability/Public Trust clearance.
• Knowledge of A&A process and ATO package development.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor firewalls and network defense technologies.
• Apply NIST Risk Management Framework to enhance cybersecurity.
• Develop and submit security packages through eMASS.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Information Technology

Risk Management Framework

Agile methodologies

Project management tools

Firewalls

VPNs

Intrusion detection systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Tools

eMASS

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

CISSP

SSCP

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, 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 how government agencies operate and serve our citizens. We seek great people to help us do great things for our customers, culture, and mission.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Compensation

The posted pay range reflects the expected range at the start of employment but may vary depending on individual factors. Total compensation may include other elements discussed during hiring. The position is at-will, and salary may be modified at any time.

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

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Location

US-Remote

Job Details

• Category: Information Technology
• Position Type: Full-Time