Senior Cyber Security Engineer

Senior Cyber Security Engineer

Location: Remote

Description:

Seeking a highly motivated and self-directed professional to fill an opening for a Senior Cyber Security Engineer role that will be responsible for leading all security aspects of information systems/applications daily. The role will support development teams, System Stewards, and Information Security Officers (ISO), ensuring all applications are up to date and in compliance with VA Systems security standards.

Job Responsibilities:

• Possess technical knowledge and expertise needed to manage all security aspects of information systems/applications daily
• Assist in vulnerability scanning and remediation efforts for identified security concerns
• Evaluate proposed changes or additions to information systems/applications, analyzing potential effects and side effects in advance
• Implement and maintain security-related software to detect malicious code, viruses, and intruders (hackers)
• Work with the information System Owners, and various client stakeholders to ensure annual security assessments are completed on time
• Periodically verify security features and operating controls are functional and effective
• Ensure information systems and applications are compliant as mandated by appropriate Federal, Department, and Agency Regulations and Policies
• Advise information System Owners and client contacts on security matters for various applications
• Perform security scans for each proposed software build and enter critical deficiencies into an Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) tool test defects for developer remediation and retesting.
• Perform Risk Assessments for each build using RiskVision. Review software application and/or eMASS requirements to assure that the applicable security requirements are identified, and the scope and complexity of the requirements are estimated and prioritized into the backlog as applicable.
• Evaluate software products developed to determine if they are compliant with security standards. Complete, submit and coordinate successful Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA) for each product and/or build.
• Create, modify, and post all required security artifacts.
• Create and manage VA applications and the implementation and maintenance of each system's Authority to Operate (ATO), including all VA required security documents and processes.
• Maintain system security documentation

Required Skills and Experience:

• Must have extensive IT experience in all aspects of Cyber Security with a vast array of IT systems involving end users as well as enterprise level networks
• Experience in designing and implementing systems that meet agency Cyber Security policy and regulations
• Must have extensive experience in Cyber Security Tools, network topologies, intrusion detection, PKI, and secured networks
• Exceptional Communication Skills: must demonstrate outstanding verbal and written communication abilities. This includes clear, articulate speech that is easy to understand, and precise, well-structured written communication with strong grammar
• Clarity and Professionalism in Interactions; communicates ideas and information effectively to ensure easy understanding and engagement with diverse audiences.
• Experience in IT system auditing, security controls assessment, system documentation, system and application vulnerability scanning and assessment
• Experience with government compliance, including FISMA, and FedRAMP
• Knowledge and hands-on experience with IT architecture and design (e.g., firewalls, intrusion detection systems, virtual private networking, virus protection technologies, LAN/WAN design, and/or general internetworking technologies)
• Experience with monitoring security controls supporting comprehensive compliance programs and an understanding of cloud computing services and deployment architecture
• Ability to clearly articulate technical requirements and other information in written documentation
• Work with minimal supervision, set priorities, while maintaining attention to detail and quality
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to multi-task, work individually as well as in a team environment
• Must be able to handle stress in a professional manner
• Experience with SAFe
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience working at the US Department of Veterans Affairs is highly desirable
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Ability to obtain and maintain the contract required Public Trust clearance including high risk background investigation

Desired Skills:

• Experience working at the US Department of Veterans Affairs is highly desirable
• eMASS and/or ServiceNow CAM (Continuous Authorization and Monitoring Experience)
• SAFe Certification
• CISSP, CISM, CISA certifications
• Jira Experience
• VA CRISP experience

Required Education and Experience:

• Master's degree in computer science, engineering management or other engineering or technical discipline is required and 10 years of experience
• 10 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education
• Must have Security+ certification

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About HigherEchelon, Inc.

HigherEchelon, Inc. (HE) is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) organizational performance consulting firm with offerings in Engineering, Gaming, Human Capital, Enterprise Technology and Cyber Solutions. HigherEchelon aims to be the premier trusted partner in organizational excellence and achieves this through sustained investment in talent and the employee experience. HigherEchelon puts the employee first to better serve customer needs and sustain excellence.

HigherEchelon offers competitive full-time benefits including paid vacation and holidays, 401(k) matching, full health/dental/vision coverage, plus much more. For on-site and remote employees, flexible work schedules are offered when authorized.

By joining our team, you are choosing to embark on a journey towards excellence as a valued team member and trusted partner. We appreciate your inquiry and look forward to discussing the opportunity further.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled:

HigherEchelon, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. HigherEchelon, Inc. participates in E-Verify.