Security System Engineer (Remote)

Lensa; Washington (District of Columbia); 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 requires expertise in NIST Risk Management Framework, vulnerability assessments, and security package development. Join a team dedicated to transforming government IT services.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience or equivalent professional experience required.

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 Authority to Operate package.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Information Technology

Computer Science

Project Management

Agile Methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Tools

NIST Risk Management Framework

eMASS

VPNs

Intrusion Detection Systems

Agile Tools

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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 to improve government operations and citizen services. Join us 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

Posted Salary Range: USD $120,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /Yr. The final offer may vary based on multiple factors. The total compensation may include other elements discussed during hiring. Employment is at-will, and salary modifications can occur.

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Job 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

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting