Cybersecurity Systems Engineer

The Marlin Alliance, Inc. is seeking dedicated and experienced Cybersecurity Systems Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in Risk Management Framework (RMF) principles and methodologies, along with a minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience with Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Services (eMASS). A Secret Clearance is required for this role.

Established in 2002, The Marlin Alliance is seeking to hire highly skilled individuals to support mission critical projects within the Navy. We are looking for motivated individuals to lead and support digital transformation, data science and analytics, and automation projects for variety of Navy clients. Individuals must be able to function in a fast-paced work environment and able to adapt quickly to rapidly changing requirements and technologies. Using your comprehensive knowledge of various technologies, you will design, develop, and implement solutions to support Navy mission owners in their digital transformation journey.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Review and track cybersecurity information including exploration analysis and threat analysis.

• Lead Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities for DoD Systems in accordance with DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF).

• Conduct threat and risk assessments and provide risk reports and briefings.

• Conduct and analyze vulnerability assessments to validate system compliance with RMF controls and DISA Security Technical Information Guidelines (STIGs).

• Perform testing and analysis to identify vulnerabilities on a broad range of NSS and DBS systems.

Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills)

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or equivalent, plus four (4) years of experience RMF (may substitute education for eight (8) years + of direct experience with RMF).

• Working knowledge of DODINST 8510.01, DODINST 8500.01, OPNAVINST 5239.1D, NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-30, RMF Process Guide (RPG) v2.0, FISMA, OMB A-130, and other policy and guidance documents supporting Navy RMF.

• Familiarity with eMASS, ACAS, STIG Reader, and other cybersecurity management tools.

• Outstanding written and verbal skills.

• Active SECRET clearance.

Preferred:

• Security +, CISSP and other related cybersecurity certifications.

• Qualification as a Navy Qualified Validator (NQV).

Work Environment and Mental/Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Typical office environment with no unusual hazards.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

• Constant sitting while using the computer terminal.

• Constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents.

• Constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication.

• Occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching may be required.

• Occasional lifting up to 20 pounds.

• Constant use of mental alertness.

• Frequent work under deadlines.

Job Classification:
Associate II
$140,000 - $170,000

Disclaimer:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” relationship.

An Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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