Security System Engineer (Remote)

Lensa; Providence (RI); Remote; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented System Security Engineer to enhance cybersecurity for the Department of Veterans Affairs. This fully remote position involves maintaining firewalls, conducting vulnerability assessments, and developing security protocols. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in cybersecurity, risk management, and relevant certifications like CISSP or SSCP. Join a dynamic team dedicated to transforming government IT and improving citizen services. This role offers competitive compensation and the chance to make a significant impact in a mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in cybersecurity 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.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Risk Management Framework

Network Defense Technologies

Firewalls

VPNs

Intrusion Detection Systems

Agile Methodologies

Project Management Tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Tools

eMASS

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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 (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.

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 salary range is USD $120,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 per year, but may vary based on individual factors. The total compensation may include other elements, discussed during hiring. Hired employees are at-will, and salary or benefits may be modified.

Location

US-Remote

Application

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