Cybersecurity Engineer Senior
Lompoc, CA
Full Time Senior-level / Expert Clearance required USD 138K - 257K * est.
Relative Dynamics
We are a think-tank providing to government and private sectors in the aerospace industry. We deliver specialized and innovative solutions with high expertise and efficiency in the disciplines of Satellite Communications, Systems Engineering,...At Relative Dynamics we value knowledge as a process rather than knowledge as an answer. Founded in 2011 our goal is to define the new space era by continuously pushing the boundaries of engineering models services and technology development. Visit us at www.relativedynamics.space.
Relative Dynamics Inc. has an exciting opportunity for a Cybersecurity Engineer Senior to provide Cybersecurity enterprise engineering support across the Launch and Test Range System (LTRS). This position is located at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California. This position may be eligible for partial telecommuting after initial training period is complete.
What You'll Get to Do:
- Work multiple projects and initiatives to ensure target dates and goals are achieved
- Support DoD Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities in accordance with RMF process
- Develop, modify, and review A&A documentation
- Analyze the architecture of IT systems for compliance with DoD policies; develop and execute security test plans; and use security tools such as ACAS, SCAP, and execution of STIGs
- Assess the risk of IT systems documenting them in formal risk assessments and supporting artifacts associated with the A&A process
- Organize, develop, and present briefings, written summaries, and written reports incorporating narrative, tabular and/or graphic elements
- Provide CS Subject Matter Expertise (SME) engineering support to project teams
- Support proposals (internal and externally funded)
- Determine the security posture and CS authorization readiness of systems and architectures
- Support of engineering design teams by assessing network and system security design features and making recommendations concerning overall security accreditation readiness and compliance with CS guidance and best practices
- Prepare and execute detailed computer system analysis, including interim and final reports and presentation of analysis data
- Research policies, procedures, standards, and guidance, and apply under specific conditions for the protection of information and information systems
- Conduct Information Systems vulnerability assessment, risk mitigation, and Plan of Action and Milestone (POA&M) development and tracking, understanding and application of mitigation strategies.
- Perform other duties as assigned
What You'll Need:
Required Skills
- Strong understanding of DIACAP, RMF, ACAS, and Vulnerability Management
- Strong technical skills
- Strong communication skills, written and oral, to interact with team members and customers
- Experience working in a team environment
Required Experience
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM-related field
- Two or more years of related Cybersecurity engineering experience
- Software and application security evaluation skills using automated software evaluation tools
- Network and/or System Administration technical expertise with Microsoft operating systems, Linux/Unix operating systems, Cisco products, VMWare/virtualization; and Cross Domain Solutions/Guards
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
- Ability to travel 20%
- DoD 8570 IASAE II (CASP CE, CISSP [or Associate], or CSSLP)
- The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship
- Valid U.S. Driver’s License
What You Won't Do:
- Feel stuck as we offer great opportunities to advance and learn
- Feel like a number as we're a close-knit bunch and always have each other’s backs
Who You Are:
- A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment
- A quick learner who is always ready to gain depth of knowledge
- A reliable worker who knows the importance of showing up when it counts
- Accept assignments with open cooperative positive and team-oriented attitudes
- Able to plan and execute plans across teams
- Effective communicator both written and verbal
What You'll Enjoy:
- Competitive wage and benefits package
- Medical, dental, vision and life/disability insurance
- Vacation and paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Great 401k with company match
- Employee referral program
- Community involvement investing and giving back to the community
Relative Dynamics conducts a comprehensive background check that includes drug testing. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.
* Salary range is an estimate based on our InfoSec / Cybersecurity Salary Index 💰
Tags: ACAS Application security CASP+ CISSP Clearance Compliance CSSLP DIACAP DoD DoDD 8570 Driver’s license Linux POA&M Risk assessment RMF SCAP Security Clearance STEM STIGs Travel UNIX VMware Vulnerability management
Perks/benefits: 401(k) matching Health care Insurance
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