Information Systems Security Engineer - Military Veterans

Amentum is seeking an Information Systems Security Engineer for a position on Kauai, HI. Supporting the Range Network Department. The Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) will report to the IT Operations Manager on a day-to-day basis, but also functionally to the Cyber Security Operations Manager. The ISSE will serve as a focal point for ISSE roles and responsibilities for a variety of networks within the PMRF portfolio of systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement and/or integrate IA and security systems and system components including those for networking, computing, and enclave environments.
• Develop, implement, and enforce information systems security policies ensuring system security requirements are addressed during all phases of Information System (IS) lifecycle.
• Manage and maintain cyber security tools, features, software, and appliances such as HBSS/ESS, LogRhythm, etc.
• Ensure that cybersecurity-enabled products or other compensating security control technologies reduce identified risk to acceptable security levels.
• Engineer cyber security solutions for multiple Information Systems (IS) and Platform IT (PIT).
• Recommend and develop technical security solutions, products, and standards based on current and desired system security architecture.
• Perform and review technical security assessments of computing environments to identify points of vulnerability, non-compliance with established cybersecurity standards and regulations, and recommend remediation and/or mitigation strategies.
• Understand the mission and business functions for Koa Lani and PMRF corresponding portfolio or IT systems to ensure that the system accomplishes the mission in a secure manner.
• Implementation of security controls in networking devices databases, operating systems, hardware, and software components.
• Performing analysis, identifying, and implementing protection solutions, and preparing and maintaining engineering and security related documentation.
• Performing vulnerability assessments; Certification and Accreditation (C&A) activities (e.g., DoD, RMF, NIST).
• Administering and managing IA Vulnerability Alerts (IAVA), Operation Order (OPORD) and other DoD, DON, PMRF cyber security alerts and notifications.
• Conducting technical and nontechnical reviews and audits as necessary to support development and test efforts both in house and at customer sites.
• Monitoring remediation efforts and completion of milestones for all open POAMs.
• Assisting system administrators and ISSM/ISSO in maintaining system accreditations in accordance with the approved IA program and procedures.
• Assisting in the development of various policies, standards, etc. to ensure compliance with PMRF policies and RMF framework.
• Provide periodic inputs to reports or other deliverables as required by contract or policy.
• Perform routine Systems and/or network engineering tasks as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

• Must be able to lift over 50 lbs. (two-men assist)
• Must push/pull 1-10 lbs.
• Work positions requirements: walking, standing, crawling, kneeling or cramped, work requiring repeated stooping, sitting, repeated or frequent stair climbing.
• Work Environment: Customer contact, extended workday, confined work area, office laboratory, field assignment, and inclement weather.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in cyber security, IT, or related field; + 5 years related experience. Graduate degree in Cyber Security, IT, or related field a plus.
• Candidate must be capable of working in a team environment and participate in technical and system administrative activities throughout project life cycles. Maintaining an acceptable level of technical involvement with all contributing organizations is obligatory.
• Effective oral/written communication and interpersonal skills are required.

Certifications:

• DoD 8570/8140: IAM I
• One of the following OS Certifications required (subject to change based on industry, DoD, DON, or local policy requirements)
• Linux+ or Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
• Current Microsoft System Administrator certificate (example: Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (Core), Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Administrator Associate (Core and Productivity 365 Roles)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST SP 800-53, Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Compliance Checker
• Advance certifications (DoD 8570/8140: IAM II, or III) may be substituted for a degree.
• Experience with PKI implementation and certificate lifecycle management solution.
• Strong computer skills and experience in IA vulnerability, testing, remediation & cyber security (ACAS, NESSUS, etc.).
• Experience as system administrator for HBSS/ESS and SIEM solutions.
• Demonstrable experience in Cyber Security Methods and Techniques.
• Must possess and be proficient in the following PC skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint. Other; Microsoft Project, VISIO, and Maximo.
• Good written and oral communication skills are required including the ability to organize.

Security Clearance

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Clearance. Applicants selected either must currently possess a Top-Secret clearance or will be subject to a US Government Security Investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain clearance prior to commencement of employment and maintain a security clearance for access to classified information or Closed/Restricted Areas throughout duration of employment.

EXEMPT POSITIONS

Compensation & Benefits

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $140,000 - $150,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant internal equity, and alignment with market data.)

This position includes a competitive benefits package. For more detailed information on our Benefits and what it is like to work for Amentum: Please visit our careers site: www.amentumcareers.com.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran's status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

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EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans