Cybersecurity Engineer, Mid-level - SBG in El Segundo, California at SBG Technology Solutions

SBG Technology Solutions, a DSS, Inc. company, specializing in engineering, information technology, cyber-security, intelligence, and training, is looking for a hard-working results-oriented Cybersecurity Systems Engineer.

The Cybersecurity Engineer Perform systems engineering activities in the areas of cybersecurity, Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment & Authorization (A&A) in accordance with DoDI 8510.01. Performing cryptographic System Security Engineering (SSE) in compliance
with NSA requirements and regulations.

This position requires that you work on-site AND must live in or near El Segundo, C

The Cybersecurity Engineers will:

• Perform cryptographic System Security Engineering (SSE) in compliance with NSA requirements and regulations

• Define security requirements, architecture, and design for embedded and large-scale, distributed DoD space and ground control systems

• Apply risk management concepts to mitigate vulnerabilities in system security architectures Interface with the Space Force customer, system stakeholders, and external contractors to coordinate cybersecurity and cryptographic requirements and architecture flow down from the system level to

• individual elements of the system

• Support integration activities of cybersecurity for space and ground networks

• Participate and propose inputs for verification and validation of cybersecurity requirements

• Perform cybersecurity planning and scheduling for RMF and coordinate efforts to categorize and assign impact values for confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems per CNSSI 1253 to produce a tailored set of RMF security controls per NIST 800-53

• Provide critical inputs to the Program Protection Plan and assist in identification of Critical Program Information (CPI)/Critical Components (CC)

• Provide critical inputs to Cybersecurity Strategies and assist government with milestone approvals

The preceding functions are examples of the work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments and make a reasonable accommodation as needed.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.

• Must be able to pass a Federal background check

• Must be determined suitable for federal employment

Required Skills:

• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance is required to be considered for this position

• Provide cybersecurity inputs to the Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP) and coordinate Cybersecurity Test and Evaluation (T&E) requirements/activities (e.g., CVI, ACD, CVPA, AA) with stakeholders

• Lead Mission Based Cybersecurity Risk Assessments (MBCRA) (e.g., MRAPC, CTT) events and provide Mission Impact Analysis and recommendations to the program office

• Understanding of the discipline and practice of Systems Engineering throughout the system lifecycle phases of concept, development, production, use, support, and retirement

• Understanding of modern computing architectures including CI/CD, microservices, cloud, and container technologies

• Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and teambuilding skills

• Strong writing and oral presentation skills; ability to write final-version deliverable technical documents and reports

• Background in software design

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working on DoD programs

• Proficient understanding of RMF process

• Familiarity with Cybersecurity Requirements Verification and Validation (IV&V)

• Familiarity with NIST 800-53 and CNSSI 1253 RMF Analysis and Accreditation

• Familiarity with Network Engineering

• Familiarity with Communications Systems

• Familiarity with Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E)

• Security certification (CISSP)

• TS/SCI clearance

Education

• Required: BS in technical field, such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science. An equivalent technical degree (such as MS in technical field, such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science)

• Preferred: BS or MS degree in IA/Cyber security. Master’s degree in technical field, such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science

Years of experience in a similar role:

• 2+ years of work experience in System Engineering Architecture/Design

• 2+ years of work experience in Information Assurance (IA)/Cyber Security

Compensation:

Salary at SBGTS is determined by various factors, including but not limited to the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $120,000 to $140,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of SBGTS total compensation package for employees.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

SBGTS, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you need an accommodation seeking employment with DSS, Inc., please email jobs@dssinc.com or call (561) 284-7373. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.