Cyber A&A Engineer

Auria is looking to hire a Cyber A&A Engineer to support the Command, Control, Battle Management and Communications (C2BMC) program. Primary work location is in Colorado Springs, CO at Schriever Space Force Base.

The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program integrates the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, to see the battle develop collectively, and to dynamically manage designated networked sensors and weapons systems to achieve global and regional mission objectives. C2BMC is the force multiplier that globally and regionally networks integrate, synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations to optimize performance. This program is integral to all system ground and flight tests, which verify and exercise all current and future missile defense system capabilities.

Essential Functions:

• The Cyber A&A Engineer will utilize their Assessment & Authorization (A&A) background to analyze ACAS/SCC/ConfigOS scans and controls for continuous system Authorization
• Will be expected to work in collaboration with C2BMC & external stakeholders to assess system vulnerabilities, account management, generate engineering responses for system POA&Ms, and conduct risk analysis for Risk Acceptance Requests (RARs)
• The Cyber A&A Engineer may need to assist in the creation and maintenance of system packages in eMASS/Xacta

Basic Qualifications:

Please note your updated security clearance and IAT/relevant certifications on your resume if applicable.

• Current/active in-scope DoD issued TOP SECRET security clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience,
• or a Master’s degree  and 3 years of experience, 
• or a PhD and 1 years of experience,
• or 9 years of related experience in lieu of a degree may be considered.
• DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (Security+ CE, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, CCNA Security, etc.) is required to start
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% to support business needs
• Solid Cybersecurity engineering skills with working knowledge of Cyber technologies, DoDI 8500.2, and Risk Management Framework (RMF) 800-53
• Excellent technical document preparation and verbal communication
• Thorough understanding of ACAS/SCC outputs
• Hands-on experience reviewing scan data, STIGs and RMF controls

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing Cyber Tasking Orders (CTO)/IAVMs and POA&Ms
• Experience working with 3rd party assessors and auditors
• Experience performing self-assessments and analyzing STIGs
• Experience with eMASS/Xacta and the accreditation of Cross Domain Solutions (CDS). Experience with the management & auditing of accounts
• Knowledge/Understanding of patch & configuration management of complex and disparate enterprise systems

Salary Range: The salary offered will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications - skills, education & experience - and the position level ($108,000 - $118,000).

About Auria

Auria is a provider of solutions and software in support of complex Space, National Security, and Cyber missions of federal, international, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO our success is built on the excellence of diverse teams advancing innovative systems and operational software to strengthen our customers’ missions. With a distinguished track record and a spirit of relentless pursuit, and R&D, we set the pace for progress and execute every mission with the utmost precision.  

As a full-time Auria employee, here are some of the many benefits to enjoy:  

• Generous PTO package with yearly tenure increases   

• Flex time provides you with the flexibility needed  

• 11 Company-Paid Holidays & Float days per year  

• Up to 4% match on 401(k) employee contributions, employer and employee contributions immediately vested  

• Up to $5,250 per year on Education and Training Assistance   

• Low-cost medical plans that include company-sponsored HSA   

• No-cost life insurance   

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  

• And much more!   

Auria is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.