System Security Engineer

GovCIO; United States; Remote; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a System Security Engineer to enhance cybersecurity for government agencies. This fully remote position involves maintaining firewalls, conducting vulnerability assessments, and developing security packages. Join a passionate team dedicated to transforming government IT and making a positive impact. If you have extensive experience in cybersecurity and are ready to make a difference, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the mission of improving government operations and services.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Apply NIST Risk Management Framework to enhance cybersecurity.
• Develop SOPs for user account provisioning and security controls.

Skills

NIST Risk Management Framework

Cybersecurity

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

Job description

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 agencies cybersecurity and compliance.

• Development and submission of 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.

Clearance Required

• Ability to obtain and maintain a suitability/Public Trust

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $130,000.00 - USD $140,000.00 /Yr.