CyberSecurity Engineer

CyberSecurity Engineer

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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CACI is looking for a Cybersecurity Specialist with a deep technical understanding of Cybersecurity practices, delivering secure and reliable hardware and software solutions in short sprints.  They will work as an integral part of a highly productive team of seasoned technical professionals who thrive on supporting our customer's mission and growth objectives– responsible for designing, developing, leading, and implementing secure application and infrastructure capabilities for a variety of legacy and modernized systems and applications.

What you’ll get to do:

• Serve as a Cybersecurity Team member responsible for the Information Assurance and Security of application, database, and enterprise network services. Responsible for activities associated with delivery of Cybersecurity policy implementation and network solutions associated with customer-defined systems and software projects; basic responsibilities include:

• Work with Cybersecurity Lead to design and implement Cybersecurity application strategy

• Apply information security in accordance with National/DoD directives security policy including, but not limited to,

• Assess entire system lifecycle requirements and network security impacts

• Support creation of, and ensure approval for, Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assess and Authorize (A&A) Process for development and sustainment projects

• Support program and customer management, and government Authorizing Official (AO) for all information security status, policies, and procedures

• Assist government personnel in preparing and presenting Information Assurance Compliance System (IACS) packages to the Control Assessor (SCA) Assess and analyze the current threat environment

• Enhance – Implement Cybersecurity vulnerability/A&A hardening testing

• Optimize – Cybersecurity development environment certification

• Architect & Engineer security – develop security goals, capabilities, controls, and architecture

• Design & Implement security – vulnerability management, build security into development

• Integrate & Test Security – test patches and settings, document A&A artifacts

• Validate & Verify security – validate patch status and software control status

• Implement security – apply patches and security settings, performance incident handling and remediation

• Maintain security posture – audit security settings, track security training, monitor threats, track reaccreditation

• Enable assurance for information security during all phases of agile software development and deployment

• Create and manage Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M)

• Implement and validate Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) requirements for all development and implementation projects

• Report and help investigate security-related incidents and security violations as requested by the Computer Security Incident Response Center (CSIRC)

• Monitor and inspect for approved software usage and implementation of approved antivirus and other security related software

You Will Bring These Qualifications:

• Current DoD Secret clearance or ability to obtain one. 

• Applicable combination of education and experience:

  • Junior CyberSecurity Engineer - Bachelor's degree and 3 years of relevant experience.

  • Mid CyberSecurity Engineer - Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience.

  • Senior CyberSecurity Engineer – Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of relevant experience.

• College degree (B.S., M.S.) in Information Assurance, Computer Science, Information Management Systems or a related discipline

• Certifications: minimum Security+ CE or equivalent, CISSP or CASP preferred

• Demonstrated knowledge of NIST Information Technology Security Special Publications (SP) 800 series, with emphasis on NIST SP 800-37, “Guide for Applying the Risk Management Framework to Federal Information Systems” and NIST SP 800-53A, “Guide for Assessing the Security Controls in Federal Information Systems”

• Professional Experience: Five (5+) years related technical experience

• Experience working on unusually complicated problems and providing solutions that are highly creative and ingenious, exhibiting ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong collaboration skills and desire to work within a team

• Highly responsible, team-oriented individual with very strong communication skills and work ethic; self-starter

These Qualifications Would Be Nice To Have:

• Demonstrated experience with HP Fortify Software Security Center

• Demonstrated experience with Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)/Tenable Nessus Vulnerability Scanner

• Demonstrated experience using IACS

• DoD or Air Force IA and accreditation experience

• Experience with Air Force application development and IA activities

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

 

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

 

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$68,400-$143,700

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.