Apr 18
Unspecified
Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience)
Occasional travel
IT - Security
San Diego, CA (On-Site/Office)
Position Title: Cybersecurity SME Overmatch $150k to $180k
General Position Description:
Mission Focused Systems Inc. (MFS) is looking for a self-motivated Data Scientist to work within the Data Pillar, encompassing data engineering, software development, and providing technical support and training to end-users for the installation, operation, and maintenance of prototype solutions. A strong background in data science, systems engineering, and a deep understanding of naval operations are essential.
In support of Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR) Project Overmatch Office for the development of networks, infrastructure, data architecture, tools and analytics that will comprise the Naval Operational Architecture (NOA). This role resides within the Data pillar and involves designing and automating security pipelines to enhance software security posture within a DevSecOps framework. Responsibilities include automating vulnerability scans, implementing mitigations, and managing automated Docker container builds. The role may require the development of multi-enclave security pipelines, contingent on binary modification levels accepted by RAISE+.
Job Description:
In this capacity, the successful candidate is:
• Ensure zero critical and high vulnerabilities across production and development environments.
• Manage and document Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms) for medium-level findings.
• Maintain continuous burndown of medium-level vulnerabilities.
• Develop and implement mitigations in compliance with ISSM-approved timelines based on vulnerability severity.
• Enhance security automation processes for streamlined vulnerability remediation.
• Work closely with cybersecurity and development teams to improve security best practices within DevSecOps pipelines.
Basic Qualifications:
• 10 or more years relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience with Tekton for CI/CD automation.
• Proficiency in Docker containerization and security hardening.
• Strong understanding of security vulnerability management within a DevSecOps pipeline.
• Familiarity with secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) principles.
Desired Skills & Experience
• DoD Cybersecurity Workforce (CSWF) qualification desired; must meet or be capable of satisfying DoD 8140 requirements.
• Experience with Kubernetes, container security scanning tools, and infrastructure as code (IaC).
• Understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
• Familiarity with AI/ML-driven security automation and anomaly detection.
Education & Certification Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related discipline).
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Security+, CISSP, CEH, CISM) are a plus.
Citizenship & Clearance Requirements:
• US Citizenship required; Active Secret clearance required; TS SCI clearance preferred
Location: San Diego, CA
Travel Anticipated: 5% or less
Timing: MFS anticipates a start date of: immediately
MFS Inc., a Veteran-Owned Small Business, provides full spectrum systems and systems-of-systems engineering and integration services and solutions for space, C4ISR, cyber and enterprise information systems. We strive to deliver expert-level systems engineering and technology integration services at affordable rates so mission, capability and user success are the #1 priority.
MFS Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Job Type: Full-time
Work authorization: United States (Required)
General Position Description:
Mission Focused Systems Inc. (MFS) is looking for a self-motivated Data Scientist to work within the Data Pillar, encompassing data engineering, software development, and providing technical support and training to end-users for the installation, operation, and maintenance of prototype solutions. A strong background in data science, systems engineering, and a deep understanding of naval operations are essential.
In support of Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR) Project Overmatch Office for the development of networks, infrastructure, data architecture, tools and analytics that will comprise the Naval Operational Architecture (NOA). This role resides within the Data pillar and involves designing and automating security pipelines to enhance software security posture within a DevSecOps framework. Responsibilities include automating vulnerability scans, implementing mitigations, and managing automated Docker container builds. The role may require the development of multi-enclave security pipelines, contingent on binary modification levels accepted by RAISE+.
Job Description:
In this capacity, the successful candidate is:
• Ensure zero critical and high vulnerabilities across production and development environments.
• Manage and document Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms) for medium-level findings.
• Maintain continuous burndown of medium-level vulnerabilities.
• Develop and implement mitigations in compliance with ISSM-approved timelines based on vulnerability severity.
• Enhance security automation processes for streamlined vulnerability remediation.
• Work closely with cybersecurity and development teams to improve security best practices within DevSecOps pipelines.
Basic Qualifications:
• 10 or more years relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience with Tekton for CI/CD automation.
• Proficiency in Docker containerization and security hardening.
• Strong understanding of security vulnerability management within a DevSecOps pipeline.
• Familiarity with secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) principles.
Desired Skills & Experience
• DoD Cybersecurity Workforce (CSWF) qualification desired; must meet or be capable of satisfying DoD 8140 requirements.
• Experience with Kubernetes, container security scanning tools, and infrastructure as code (IaC).
• Understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
• Familiarity with AI/ML-driven security automation and anomaly detection.
Education & Certification Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related discipline).
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Security+, CISSP, CEH, CISM) are a plus.
Citizenship & Clearance Requirements:
• US Citizenship required; Active Secret clearance required; TS SCI clearance preferred
Location: San Diego, CA
Travel Anticipated: 5% or less
Timing: MFS anticipates a start date of: immediately
MFS Inc., a Veteran-Owned Small Business, provides full spectrum systems and systems-of-systems engineering and integration services and solutions for space, C4ISR, cyber and enterprise information systems. We strive to deliver expert-level systems engineering and technology integration services at affordable rates so mission, capability and user success are the #1 priority.
MFS Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Job Type: Full-time
Work authorization: United States (Required)
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