Senior System Cybersecurity Engineer (Top Secret)

Applied Research Solutions; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is seeking an IAM III certified Senior System Cybersecurity professional to support A&A efforts and RMF-compliant security program execution. The role requires U.S.

citizenship, DoD experience, and active Top Secret clearance, with a strong track record in RMF implementation and system hardening. Based in Bedford, MA, ARS offers competitive salary, extensive benefits, and a culture focused on mission support and employee development.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen with DoD RMF experience and IAM III certification.
• BA/BS or MA/MS with extensive Cybersecurity and DoD experience.
• Active Top Secret security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Support A&A efforts per RMF guidance and DoD/AF policies.
• Recommend policies to ensure reliable, accessible systems and prevent unauthorized access.
• Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments of information systems.
• Promote security awareness among management and ensure sound security principles.
• Conduct system security evaluations, audits, and reviews.
• Recommend security contingency plans and disaster recovery procedures.
• Ensure users adhere to security policies and procedures.
• Participate in network and systems design to implement security controls.
• Assess security events and implement corrective actions.
• Perform ISSE, ISSM, and ISSO duties as outlined in DoD/DoDI directives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

US citizenship

RMF experience

IAM III cert

DoD experience

Top Secret clearance

Education

BA/BS Degree

MA/MS Degree

Job description

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is seeking an IAM III certified Senior System Cybersecurity professional to support A&A efforts and RMF-compliant security program execution. The role requires U.S.

citizenship, DoD experience, and active Top Secret clearance, with a strong track record in RMF implementation and system hardening. Based in Bedford, MA, ARS offers competitive salary, extensive benefits, and a culture focused on mission support and employee development.