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Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

Sigma Defense

Job Description

Posted on: 
November 18, 2024

Summary and company overview

Summary Information

Sigma Defense is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to document, advise, and assist in building a Cross Domain Solution (CDS) and assist in performing Information Assurance (IA) Engineering functions across multiple networks. The ideal candidate is willing to work on a new program and help to implement the security package from the ground up.

Company Overview

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Responsibilities

  • Provide cybersecurity expertise for system security engineering and assessment and authorization activities.
  • Work with other cybersecurity personnel and system engineers to evaluate new capabilities and determine the appropriate RMF assessment and authorization approach for new systems or capabilities; or updates/changes to the existing authorization package.
  • Integrate cybersecurity assessment activities into test plans and conduct said activities to inform Site-Based Security Assessments for cross-domain technologies; generate associated test reports.
  • Generate and maintain the system RMF Body of Evidence per CNSSI 1254.
  • Support continuous monitoring using established vulnerability management processes outlined in NIST 800-53 series and CNSSI 1253.
  • Run monthly ACAS scans to identify vulnerabilities that require remediation or mitigation.
  • Identify and implement required configuration updates based on the latest DISA Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIG) on a quarterly basis using SCAP tools as well as manual review processes.
  • Develop and maintain Plans of Actions and Milestones (POA&Ms) to mitigate findings from the vulnerability scans and STIG review.
  • Provide updated security artifacts based on changes to the system baseline.
  • Provide updated information and/or documentation to the government customer.

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of relevant experience.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of DoD cybersecurity requirements and the Risk Management Framework.
  • Experience in developing and implementing security into infrastructure, platforms, and software across key tasks and high impact assignments.
  • Experience applying CNSSI 1253 and NIST SP 800 series standards.
  • Experience applying DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) and Security Requirement Guides (SRG) standards, particularly Cloud Computing SRG.
  • Knowledge of NCDSMO policies and processes and Raise-the-Bar standards for cross-domain technologies.
  • Experience with web-based Assessment and Authorization platforms (e.g., Xacta).
  • Understanding of cybersecurity threats and countermeasures.
  • CISSP certification.
  • Security+ certification.
  • Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active, DoD-issued TS/SCI clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Cybersecurity or related field of study.

Additional commentary

Mandatory Credentials:

  • CISSP
  • Security+

Computer Programs/Software:

  • SCAP
  • ACAS
  • VISO
  • Wireshark

Personnel Clearance Level:

  • Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active, DoD-issued TS/SCI clearance.
  • Clearance will be sponsored for the right candidate.

Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Cybersecurity or related field of study.

Salary Range: $150,000-$180,000 annually.

Benefits

  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans
  • Life and AD&D coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
  • 160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) with Carry-Over up to 240 hours
  • 12 (Floating) Holidays
  • Educational Assistance
  • Highly Competitive Salary

Summary and company overview

Summary Information

Sigma Defense is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to document, advise, and assist in building a Cross Domain Solution (CDS) and assist in performing Information Assurance (IA) Engineering functions across multiple networks. The ideal candidate is willing to work on a new program and help to implement the security package from the ground up.

Company Overview

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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