Systems Security Engineer, Journeyman — DoD Cyber RMF

KAIROS, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision

401K with matching

Bonuses

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Rewards and recognition

Job summary

KAIROS, Inc. is seeking an energetic Systems Security Engineer (SSE), Journeyman, to support the PMA-268 Cybersecurity Program at Patuxent River Naval Air Station.

The role involves leading cybersecurity activities, drafting policies, and coordinating with leads to ensure posture and certifications are maintained. Minimum seven years in cyber within a DoD environment, a technical degree, and DoD 8570 IAT Level I/II certification (e.g., Security+ CE) are desired.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or scientific field from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum seven (7) years of cyber-related experience in a DoD environment is highly desired.
• Must meet DoD 8570.01-M/8140 IAT Level I or II requirements (e.g., Security+ CE).

Responsibilities

• Provide support to PMA-268 Cyber Leads in execution of the PMA-268 Cybersecurity Program.
• Draft and review Program Documentation, Policies and Plans.
• Coordinate with PMA-268 Cyber Leads when changes affect cybersecurity posture or certifications.
• Lead product specific System Security Engineering activities for all systems within the IPT.
• Provide oversight of all IPT cybersecurity activities.
• Review system documentation to maintain SME knowledge of architecture and capabilities.
• Engage with IPT Leadership to address cybersecurity impacts on cost, schedule, or performance.
• Develop and maintain cyber schedule with a detailed WBS.
• Input for SOWs, DIDs, and CDRLs for IPT contract activities.
• Identify, define, and document system security requirements.
• Derive and trace cyber requirements.
• Track security measures to protect information and networks.
• Lead DFIA implementation, enclaves, and boundary protection.
• Lead system security certification and registration activities (e.g., CSfC, CDS).
• Coordinate Risk Management activities with cyber risk owners.
• Assist IPT ISSO with DoD RMF roles and responsibilities (CIA impacts, POAM review).
• Review hardware/software lists for potential issues.

Skills

Customer relations

Analytics

Documentation

Self-starter

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical or scientific field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

KAIROS, Inc. is seeking an energetic Systems Security Engineer (SSE), Journeyman, to support the PMA-268 Cybersecurity Program at Patuxent River Naval Air Station.

The role involves leading cybersecurity activities, drafting policies, and coordinating with leads to ensure posture and certifications are maintained. Minimum seven years in cyber within a DoD environment, a technical degree, and DoD 8570 IAT Level I/II certification (e.g., Security+ CE) are desired.