Security System Engineer (Remote)

Lensa; Sacramento (CA); 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 role involves applying the NIST Risk Management Framework, developing security packages, and maintaining compliance. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in cybersecurity and relevant degrees.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in cybersecurity or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process.

Responsibilities

• Apply NIST Risk Management Framework to enhance cybersecurity.
• Develop and submit maintenance security packages through eMASS.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Information Technology

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Tools

Agile methodologies

VPNs

Intrusion detection systems

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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 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 citizens. Join us to be a transformer!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We consider all qualified applicants 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 starting range, but actual offers may vary based on multiple factors. Total compensation may include other elements discussed during hiring. Offers are at-will and subject to change.

Salary Range

USD $120,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /Yr.

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Location US-Remote

ID 2025-5993

Category Information Technology

Position Type Full-Time

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting