Cybersecurity Engineer

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Cybersecurity Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to contribute to the development, implementation, and maintenance of our customer's cybersecurity strategy as they navigate the complex cyber terrain and keep sensitive information out of the hands of bad actors.

Occasional travel for planning events and to provide on-site support in MD/VA is expected.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Validating and verifying system security requirements

• Developing and reviewing system security designs

• Participating in system planning, development, and deployment activities to ensure adherence to security standards and requirements

• Recommending system-level solutions to resolve security requirements

• Supporting the Government in the enforcement of the design and implementation of trusted relationships among external systems and architectures, acting as an advisor to the Government ISSM on ATO extensions, body of evidence reviews

• Developing cybersecurity documentation in support of customer Risk Management Framework (RMF) process; in accordance with NIST SP 800-37 Rev 2, NIST SP 800-53 Rev 4/5

• Identifying, quantifying, and evaluating the costs/benefits of security functions and considerations to inform analysis of alternatives, engineering trade-offs, and risk treatment decisions

• Demonstrating advanced subject matter expertise in DOD cybersecurity processes

• Contributing to and potentially leading the planning and implementation of large programs in the function, regularly interfacing with senior management and executive leadership

• Contribute to overall functional strategic planning

• Performing other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• B.A./B.S. in Information Security System Engineering, Information Assurance, Computer Science, or related discipline (Educational requirements may be adjusted for applicable work experience.)

• 1-3 years’ experience as ISSE or relatable responsibilities (Work experience may be adjusted for highly specialized knowledge or uniquely applicable experience.)

• Advanced knowledge of the DOD Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes, NIST 800-53 Rev 4/5, along with supporting tools (eMASS)

• Ability to deploy, manage, scan, and mitigate vulnerability findings, including ACAS deployments

• Can perform cybersecurity program tasks, to include mitigation planning and compliance activity roadmap design with little or no guidance/supervision

• Excellent written and verbal skills; able to gather customer requirements, communicate solutions, and remain actively engaged with the customer throughout the life of the project and associated tasks

• 8570 compliant, security-focused certifications (Sec+, CHFI, CEH, CISSP, CASP)

• Direct experience reviewing and developing RMF assessment and authorization documentation (e.g., System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and Plan of Action and Milestones (POAMs)

• Experience with analyzing and creating checklists using DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)

• Familiarity with Systems Security Engineering (SSE) documentation (e.g., Cybersecurity Strategies, Information Support Plans, Program Protection Plans (PPPs)

• Experience working with eMASS

• A current Secret level security clearance is required and therefore all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• B.A./B.S in Cyber Security

• DoD 8570 IAT-III certification

• Knowledge of Cloud (i.e., AWS C2S, Commercial, and GovCloud) security planning, design, and operations

• Knowledge of Cloud C2E initiative

• Experience in engineering cross-domain solutions

• Experience with accrediting data systems within a cloud environment

• Intermediate knowledge of Cloud-system accreditation processes

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Secret

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $86,700.00 - $151,700.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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