Information Systems Engineer - USAF Cross Domain Support Element

Are you ready to apply cutting-edge technologies to solve real world problems? Do you thrive in an environment where people leverage technology and processes to build innovative and sustainable solutions? You might just be a perfect fit for the CDO team. Since 1995, CDO Technologies has delivered the best solutions for unique business problems in the commercial and federal sectors ranging from Asset Management to IT Services. CDO employees demonstrate integrity, embrace teamwork, and embody a Can Do attitude in the delivery of superior customer service.

Summary 

This person will support the US Air Force HQ Cyberspace Capabilities Center (HQ CCC) by providing Information Assurance (IA) engineering risk analysis to the Air Force Cross Domain Support Element (CDSE) and the Coalition Secure Network Integration (CSNI) office.   This office is the warfighter’s advocate for information sharing across multiple security domains and incorporating coalition networking requirements.  Customers include Air Force Major Commands and six Combatant Commands.

 

What you will do

•  Perform technical engineering evaluations and assessments of high-risk Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) to determine the suitability and compliance of its components with Joint, DOD, and AF policies, and configuration and security guides
• Determine the suitability of the CDS components and/or systems in relation to installation, modification, relocation, and/or removal
• Conduct CDS technical engineering evaluations and assessments based on the Risk Decision Authority Criteria (RDAC) developed by the National Security Agency (NSA) for CDS hardware, software, firmware, and systems comprised of those components
• Derive transfer processing threat, identity threat, policy threat and corresponding policy by-pass threat, and site mitigation risk ratings with sufficient justification to receive approval/authorization from CDS forums including: National Security Agency (NSA), Connection Approval Office (CAO), DoD Information Security Risk Management Committee (DoD ISRMC), Cross Domain Technical Advisory Board (CDTAB), National Cross Domain Strategy and Management Office (NCDSMO) Defense Security / Cybersecurity Accreditation Working Group (DSAWG) community
• Accomplish documentation detailing the transfer processing risk introduced by a CDS to include measures taken to protect the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of information before and after it transits the CDS as well as data at rest
• Identify and provide mitigation recommendations in the environment in which the CDS will operate
• Interpret scan and test results and Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
• Recommend risk mitigations to ensure CDSs meet an acceptable level of risk for issuance of an Authority to Operate (ATO)
• Conduct extensive reviews of technical documentation including CDS Appendices, CDS Validation Approval Requests, system topologies, Lab-Based Security Assessments (LBSA) and Site-Based Security Assessments (SBSA) plans and reports
• Assess authenticator management, intrusion management, partner identity management, location security, and technology and data risk mitigations
• Perform engineering studies in support of complex mission critical CDS systems and deliver draft technical documents, reports, briefings, and other correspondence to the government
• Coordinate with Authorizing Officials (AOs), PMOs, user reps, and system owners to maintain Risk Management Framework (RMF) packages, conduct risk and vulnerability assessments, provide support to the CDS approval processes, and perform other IA support duties
• Develop and submit recommended policy directives, instructions, manuals, standards, strategies, visions, mission statements, goals and objectives as they apply to CDS
• Provide adhoc reports and briefings with information such as metrics, meeting minutes, inputs for Joint Approval Boards, and updated status of operational CDSs
• Travel Requirements: Travel between Scott AFB, IL and other CONUS/OCONUS locations may be required under this task order

 

What you MUST have 

• Clearance: Must possess an active SECRET security clearance 
• Four years’ experience in related field 
• Experience with National, DoD, and AF Information Assurance (IA) policies, procedures, and objectives
• Certification: DoD 8570.1 IAM Level II 
• Knowledge and Experience in the following areas is required: Security Engineering, Risk Assessments, Network Architectures

 

Bonus/Preferred Skills 

• Education: BA or BS in communications/security
• CISSP Certification
• Experience with MS Access and MS SQL Server

What can a CDO employee expect?

At CDO Technologies, we believe in taking care of our employees with a comprehensive benefits package. Our health and welfare benefits include two medical plan options along with a LiveHealth program to see a doctor online anytime day or night. CDO offers dental, vision, and a Flexible Spending Account for medical or childcare. Employees may also enroll in a 401(k) plan with their first paycheck. Full-time employees also receive company paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance. We also provide tuition reimbursement, professional development, and certification reimbursements. Finally, CDO also offers employees a generous leave program including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

CDO’s total compensation for each position is negotiated within an established range. The final compensation will be determined by demonstrated skills and experience.

CDO is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.