Security System Engineer (Remote)

Lensa; Des Moines (IA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GovCIO is seeking a System Security Engineer to enhance cybersecurity for the Department of Veterans Affairs. This fully remote position involves applying the NIST Risk Management Framework, developing security packages, and maintaining compliance. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related fields and extensive experience in the field.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Cybersecurity

Information Technology

Computer Science

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Agile methodologies

VPNs

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 firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional
• Systems Security Certified Practitioner

Clearance Required: Ability to obtain and maintain a suitability/Public Trust.

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, our culture, and our 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 Range

The posted pay range reflects the expected range at the start of employment; actual offered pay may vary based on factors like location, skills, education, and experience. Total compensation may include other elements, discussed during hiring. Employee will be at-will, and GovCIO reserves the right to modify compensation.

Salary Range: USD $120,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /Yr.

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Details

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

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time

Job function and industries

• Information Technology
• IT Services and IT Consulting