Security System Engineer (Remote)

Lensa; Trenton (NJ); 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 risk management frameworks, developing security packages, and maintaining compliance. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Cybersecurity or related field with extensive experience.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Cybersecurity

Computer Science

Information Technology

Agile methodologies

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

VPNs

Intrusion detection systems

Firewalls

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, or 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 make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve government operations and citizen services.

We are looking for 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 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 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 or benefits may be modified.

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

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Details

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

Additional Info

• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Information Technology