Security System Engineer (Remote)

Lensa; Baton Rouge (LA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services company is seeking a System Security Engineer to enhance federal agency cybersecurity. This role involves applying the NIST Risk Management Framework, developing security packages, and maintaining compliance for the Department of Veterans Affairs. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in cybersecurity and relevant degrees. This position is fully remote within the United States.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience or equivalent professional experience required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a suitability/Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Cybersecurity

Information Technology

Project Management

Agile Methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Tools

eMASS

VPNs

Firewalls

Intrusion Detection Systems

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. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

We are looking for great people to join us in this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

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

Pay and Salary

The posted pay range reflects the expected range at the start of employment; actual offers may vary depending on factors like location, experience, and education. Total compensation may include other elements discussed during hiring. Employees are in an at-will position with potential salary modifications.

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