Cyber Security Engineer

Company Overview

By Light Professional IT Services LLC readies warfighters and federal agencies with technology and systems engineered to connect, protect, and prepare individuals and teams for whatever comes next. Headquartered in McLean, VA, By Light supports defense, civilian, and commercial IT customers worldwide.

Responsibilities

• The Cyber Security Engineer will be responsible for Information System (IS) deployment and maintenance as well as obtaining and maintaining the Authority to Operate (ATO) for the IS.
• Additional organizational responsibilities include general IT support for organizational IT assets and equipment.
• These responsibilities will include setup, deployment, maintenance, and auditing of organizational IT assets, software, and equipment.
• In addition to organizational responsibilities, the Cyber Security Engineer will also need to be capable of supporting Project Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance functions that include preparation of RMF documentation, performing system updates, DISA STIG implementation, and performing vulnerability scans/assessments of delivered equipment. 
• Some travel will be required.

Required Experience/Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) CertificationSecurity+ Certification

• Knowledge of NISPOM

• Experience with Linux & Windows

• Knowledge of NIST SP 800-171, NIST SP 800-53, and CUI handling DoD 5200.48

• Previous ISSO/Cybersecurity experience with supporting Classified IS

Special Requirements/Security Clearance

• Secret Clearance