Systems Cybersecurity Engineer

Cyberjobs; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work with telework

Travel up to 25%

Job summary

Odyssey is seeking a Senior System Cybersecurity Engineer to join the team at Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, CO. You will be a hands‑on cybersecurity SME responsible for full integration across the system lifecycle—from acquisition and design through development, testing, fielding, operations, sustainment, and compliance assessment.

Role requires DoD IAM/ CISSP/CASP style certs, RMF experience, and strong skills in risk assessment, vulnerability management, and agile processes.

Qualifications

• Citizenship: US Citizen.
• Clearance: Top‑Secret capable.
• Certification: DoD IAM Level I and related certs.
• Education: High School Diploma.
• Experience: 15 years in related field; 8 in the DoD; multiple degree paths.
• Preferred: IAM Level II/III certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform risk assessment and vulnerability management across digital infrastructure.
• Implement robust defenses to protect critical assets and secure infrastructure.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents to minimize impact.
• Provide security training and awareness programs for staff and customers.
• Ensure compliance with DoD controls and RMF requirements.
• Manage third‑party risk and boundary device configurations per CAL.

Skills

Risk assessment

Vulnerability management

RMF lifecycle

DoD standards

Education

BA/BS degree

MA/MS degree

High School Diploma

Job description

Position Summary

Odyssey is recruiting for a senior System Cybersecurity Engineer to join our elite team at Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, Colorado. In this role, you will be a hands‑on cybersecurity subject matter expert responsible for the full integration of cybersecurity across all phases of the system lifecycle‑ from acquisition and design through development, testing, fielding, operations, sustainment, and compliance assessment. You will operate at the intersection of system engineering and cybersecurity, ensuring that mission‑critical systems remain secure, compliant, and operationally resilient. All work will be performed in alignment with contract requirements and coordinated by the Information System Security Managers (ISSMs).

Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Performing risk assessment and vulnerability management: Identifying, evaluating, and prioritizingsecurity vulnerabilities across the organization's digital infrastructure.
• Implementing and maintaining robust technical defenses to protect critical assets and secure infrastructure.
• Monitoringandincidentresponse: Continuously monitoring for potential threats and responding quickly to security incidents to minimize damage and restore operations.
• Trainingandawareness: Educating employees and customers on cyber risks and promoting security through training and awareness programs. To include taking the required Government Training required by the DET 5 and other specific training on the DET 5s my Learning page.
• Ensuring compliance with cybersecurity requirements and regulations like Annual Control Validations, Cyber risk assessments.
• Third‑partyriskmanagement: Managing the security of vendors and partners to prevent potential security vulnerabilities.
• Maintaining compliance with DoD Manual 8140.03 / 8570.01‑M baseline certification requirements for Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level III or Information Assurance Management (IAM) Level II/III (e.g., CISSP, CASP+, CISM).
• Registering, reviewing, and maintaining system Ports, Protocols, and Services Management (PPSM) data. Ensuring all boundary defenses (firewalls, routers) are configured in accordance with DISA PPSM Category Assurance List (CAL) requirements.
• Identifying and implementing process improvements within the Agile Kanban construct to streamline the RMF lifecycle. Actively seek to reduce bottlenecks in artifact collection and eMASS package processing, ensuring a smooth and predictable workflow for the cybersecurity team and mission stakeholders.
• Evaluating Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) at the Engineering Review Board (ERB) level.
• Conducting early‑stage Security Impact Analysis (SIA) to identify RMF control implications and ensure technical requirements for NCMC‑ITW/AA and Legacy Space systems are met before development begins.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Citizenship: Must be a US Citizen

Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain a Top‑Secret Security Clearance

Certification: DoD IAM Level I (CAP, CND, Cloud+, GSLC, Security+ CE, CISSP)

Education: High School Diploma

Years of Experience: 15 years’ directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the functionally aligned job description, 8 of which must be in the DoD; OR,

• BA/BS degree and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 5 of which must be in the DoD; OR,
• MA/MS degree and 10 years of experience in the respective technical/ professional discipline being performed, 5 of which must be in the DoD

Additional Experience:

• Possesses the advanced knowledge, experience and recognized ability to be considered an expert in their technical/professional field.
• Possess the ability to perform tasks and oversee the efforts of junior and mid-level personnel.
• within the technical/professional discipline.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of their technical/professional discipline as well as possess a comprehensive understanding and ability to apply associated standards, procedures and practices in their area of expertise.

Preferred Experience:

Certification: DoD IAM Level II/III (CAP, CASP+ CE, CISM, CISSP (or Associate), GSLC, CCISO,)

Additional Information:

Location: Peterson SFB, CO

Hybrid - some telework is allowed, subject to change per the customers discretion.

Travel Requirement: up to 25%

Company Overview

Odyssey is a world‑class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain‑specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities