Description
Applied Research Solutions has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer to support the C3C / Kessel Run (KR) Division, which is within the USAF C3BM Directorate.
This is a full-time position located at Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA.
Why Work with us?
Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.
Responsibilities
Duties include, but not limited to:
Assist with development of System Security Management Plans, Program Protection Plans, Security Risk Analyses, OPSEC Plans, Computer Certification and Accreditation, Security Vulnerability and Countermeasures Analyses, Security Concepts of Operations, and other system security engineering-related documents identified in MIL-STD 1785, DoDI 5000.02, Operation of the Adaptive Acquisition Framework, and DoDI 8510.01
Support the system/application Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) effort to include assessing and guiding the quality and completeness of A&A activities, tasks and resulting artifacts mandated by governing DoD and Air Force policies (i.e., Risk Management Framework (RMF)
Update, monitor, and manage information in systems for the program office
Process and manage system user account requests and process tools
Process and manage system port/protocol and access control list requirements
Process and manage system Public Key (PKI) identification and authorization requirements
Manage the distribution, implementation, remediation, and tracking of system security updates and configurations as required by the DoD
Recommend policies and procedures to ensure information systems reliability and accessibility to prevent and defend against unauthorized access to systems, networks, and data
Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments of planned and installed information systems to identify vulnerabilities, risk, and protection needs
Promote awareness of security issues among management and ensuring sound security principles are reflected in organizations' vision and goals
Conduct systems security evaluations, audits and reviews
Recommend systems security contingency plans and disaster recovery procedures
Recommend and implementing programs to ensure that systems, network, and data users are aware of, understand, and adhere to systems security policies and procedures
Participate in network and systems design to ensure implementation of appropriate systems security policies
Recommend initial, or updates to, software and configurations to new or existing system security mechanisms
Obtain waivers to mandated security mechanisms/policies which would be detrimental to system performance and impact the system's mission
Facilitate the gathering, analysis and preservation of evidence used in the prosecution of computer
Provide leadership assistance in the analysis of the design, development, integration, implementation and testing of cybersecurity requirement
Develop risk-based strategies to address identified gaps
Review, analyze, and assess implementations of cybersecurity (i.e. RMF security controls) throughout the open systems architecture and associated services, derived requirements specifications, design documents & design implementation
Collaborate with stakeholders (Government and commercial) to ensure the system is approved by all Authorizing Officials via the RMF A&A process
Provide technical advice in the area of systems security across all systems and supports
Develop recommendations for the Government regarding how well designs satisfy current requirements and business goals
Maintain databases that reflect receipt, storage, inventory, and disposition of classified information to include data entry, updates, and generation of reports
Support Government program office in audits of Government classified holdings to ensure proper accountability
Maintain databases of classified visits and clearance levels
Perform inspection, inventory, logging, storage, documentation, transmittal and internal distribution of classified information received
Evaluate Contractor classified data submittals for compliance with the appropriate System Security Classification Guide (SSCG)
Provide security inspection and protection to areas where classified information is being stored, and develop and establish security procedures and policies IAW DOD, USAF, AFMC, and local directives
Develop training and provide security awareness and other security education programs
Review and verify personnel qualifications for access to special access programs
Develop, implement and maintain a communications security program
Assess program disclosure issues and provide FMS case management support
Assist and advise FMS program office management and leadership in interfacing with FMS customers and all USG organizations, including but not limited to SAF/IA, Air Force Security Assistance Center (AFSAC), Air Force Security Assistance Training (AFSAT) squadron, Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS)
Support execution of all aspects of acquisition program security throughout a program's lifecycle
Assist with development of sound security practices and policies regarding acquisition, physical, personnel and documentation security
Update security classification guides
Prepare acquisition security related sections of acquisition program documentation
Review Contractor deliverables to ensure compliance with CDRLs
Plan and implement security-related surveys, assessments, and studies
Evaluate program security information and hardware throughout the program life cycle, to include studies, analyses, plans, procedures, production, test plans/results, transportation, technology, and storage of end items
Provide security support to source selections
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
Minimum Required Qualifications
Clearance: Must have a be able to maintain a Secret Level Clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Education: BS/BA Degree
Years of Experience: 15 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 10 of which must be in the DoD
Risk Management Framework (RMF), with emphasis on taking projects from Step 1 to Step 5
Vulnerability Management, Tenable Nessus (ACAS-DoD version of Nessus)
STIGs
Experience with Cross Domain Solutions and USAF CDS-E
Cloud Service Models
Supply Chain Security
NIAP
DoD Policies for Procedures for Cybersecurity
Network Security
Endpoint
DoD Impact Levels
NSA Type 1 encryption
Working with a CSSP - 16th AF
The annual salary range: $170k - $185k. Salary is dependent upon the role and associated responsibilities, candidate's experience, and qualifications to include education/training, and key skills.
All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.
Qualifications
Education
Required
Bachelors or better in Information Technology
Licenses & Certifications
Required
Active TS/SCI Clearance
Preferred
TS/SCI
CISSP
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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