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System Security Engineer

Washington, DCOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Secret Clearance
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Information Security
  • cybersecurity engineering
  • DoD
  • RMF
  • NIST
  • STIG
  • ATO
  • ATC

Nice to have

  • CISSP
  • Security+
  • CASP+
  • CCSP
  • USACE
  • classified facilities

Role summary

Essnova Solutions is seeking a System Security Engineer for a federal proposal opportunity to support electronic security systems (ESS) platforms and operational technology (OT) environments. This role will lead cybersecurity engineering efforts, ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements and supporting Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities. Responsibilities include RMF package development, STIG compliance, ATO/ATC processes, cybersecurity assessments, vulnerability analysis, SSP development, and coordination with ISSMs. A Bachelor's degree and 7 years of cybersecurity engineering experience in DoD environments are required, along with knowledge of NIST, DoD policies, and STIGs. Preferred qualifications include relevant security certifications.

System Security Engineer — Key Personnel

ESS VIII | Federal Proposal Opportunity

Proposal Opportunity
This position is being recruited in support of the ESS VIII Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) proposal. Employment is contingent upon contract award, final customer requirements, and position availability.

About Essnova
Essnova Solutions, Inc. brings talented professionals together to support federal customers and their missions. We are seeking experienced professionals who value collaboration, accountability, and high-quality work to join our team in support of this proposal opportunity.

About the Role
Essnova Solutions is seeking a System Security Engineer to lead cybersecurity engineering efforts supporting electronic security systems (ESS) platforms and operational technology (OT) environments. This position will ensure ESS solutions comply with DoD cybersecurity requirements and support Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Lead cybersecurity integration for electronic security systems solutions.
  • Support RMF package development and maintenance.
  • Develop and implement Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) compliance requirements.
  • Support Authority to Operate (ATO) and Authorization to Connect (ATC) processes.
  • Perform cybersecurity assessments and vulnerability analysis.
  • Develop System Security Plans (SSPs) and supporting documentation.
  • Coordinate with Information System Security Managers (ISSMs).
  • Review network architectures and security controls.
  • Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments and mitigation planning.
  • Support security accreditation activities during installation and modernization projects.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

  • Secret Clearance
  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum of 7 years of cybersecurity engineering experience.
  • Experience supporting RMF implementation within DoD environments.
  • Knowledge of NIST, DoD cybersecurity policies, and STIG implementation.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
  • Security+.
  • CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+).
  • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP).
  • Experience supporting electronic security systems within classified or controlled facilities.
  • Prior USACE or DoD cybersecurity experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Essnova Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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