Cybersecurity Systems Engineer Navy Mission - JobID-0017

About the role

About The Role:
Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), provider of cutting-edge cloud-based integration, automated testing and data analysis for complex, mission-critical systems in the US Department of Defense (DOD), is seeking a Cybersecurity Systems Engineer Navy Mission to be part of our Advanced Capabilities team and based out of our San Diego, CA location.

The Cybersecurity Systems Engineer – Navy Mission Systems will lead and support cybersecurity accreditation activities for mission-critical Department of War systems, including Authority to Operate (ATO) efforts, Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation, vulnerability management, continuous monitoring, and security engineering activities supporting U.S. Navy programs.
Clearance & Location Requirements:
All applicants must currently possess an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
This is an on-site position. Requiring at least 5 days in office, based out of our San Diego, CA location.

What You Will Do:
Lead RMF efforts across all six RMF steps including Categorization, Control Selection, Control Implementation, Assessment, Authorization, and Continuous Monitoring.
Develop and maintain RMF artifacts including SSPs, SARs, SAPs, POA&Ms, inventories, architecture diagrams, and continuous monitoring documentation.
Coordinate directly with U.S. Navy Authorizing Officials (AOs), Security Control Assessors (SCAs), ISSMs, ISSOs, and Program Managers. Performing regular server updates, patch management, and software installations.
Manage cybersecurity authorization packages and support ATO, IATT, and IATO activities.
Performing ACAS Scans on various devices across multiple systems
Collecting, reviewing, and submitting various STIG checklists for RMF processes
Developing and maintaining access control policies for various organization assets
Remediating Vulnerabilities and documenting POAMs as required.
Implement, maintain, and review security processes to maintain compliance and ensure user permissions are accordingly
Help develop and maintain various golden images in support of business area activities to include operating system images and virtual machines.
Creating and maintaining detailed documentation of systems and networks for usage by both technical and non-technical stake holders

Who You Are (Required):
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent full-time professional experience.
5+ years of full-time professional experience in systems administration or system Experience with NIST 800-53 and other relevant security controls
Experience with developing and remediating POAMs for relevant stakeholders
Experience working in a VMWare Environment or similar virtualization platform.
Experience using Tenable Security Center/Nessus Scanning tools
Experience with Trellix or other antivirus/endpoint solutions
Experience with Bash, Python, or other scripting languages
Understanding of common TCP/IP concepts to include TCP, UDP, VLANs, DHCP, and routing at a minimum
Experience Provisioning and Installing both Physical and Virtual Machines for organization needs
Security+, CCNA, or equivalent IAT Level II certification
Experience with hardening devices and updating DISA STIG Checklists
Experience with patching and remediating vulnerabilities in a closed network
Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time needed.
What Makes You Stand Out:
Strong Understanding of Red Hat or similar Linux distributions.
Experience working with networking within a tactical system
Experience with the United States Navy Risk Management Framework Process
Experience with Cross Domain Solutions
Experience with configuring multiple forms of authentication to include PKI concepts.
Experience with having to identify hardware and/or software for purchase to meet various use-cases.
Experience with Ansible, PowerShell, Chef, Salt, Puppet, or any other configuration automation software.
If you see yourself reflected in this role and are excited about the impact you could make, we encourage you to apply! If you know someone who may be a great fit, please feel free to share this opportunity with your network.
Pay Range*: $135,000 - 230,000
*Pursuant to California Senate Bill 1162 , IDT is required to disclose the “pay scale” or “pay range” associated with a job posting. Notably, however, this amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate’s experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. Click here for additional information about Senate Bill 1162. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.