Kratos Unmanned Systems is hiring: Cybersecurity Engineer in Fort Walton Beach

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

Develops and executes security controls, defenses, and countermeasures to intercept and prevent internal or external attacks or attempts to infiltrate customer products/systems. Conducts penetration testing and vulnerability assessments of applications, operating systems, and/or networks. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Normally receives general instructions on work and new assignments. Works under immediate supervision.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assist with information security functions that include designing, developing, and implementing highly secure network solutions
• Assist with annual review of each accredited system/subsystem IA controls according to NIST SP 800-53
• Assist with maintaining an Authority to Operate (ATO) certification to the RMF Confidentiality Integrity and Availability (CIA) and Certification Level (CL) for a system/subsystem
• Assist with maintaining hardware, software, and network firewalls and encryption protocols
• Assist with applying Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) per Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA)
• Perform/assist with OS security patch updates, device driver updates, and BIOS firmware updates
• Assist with network security audits and testing and evaluates system security configurations to ensure efficacy and compliance with policies and procedures
• Perform/assist with Antivirus updates
• Assist with creation/review Quarterly/Annual reports/documents to include:
  • System Security Plan (SSP)
  • System Contingency Plan (SCP)
  • Software Installation Build Procedure (SIBP)
  • ACAS/Nessus Scan Reports
  • SCAP Scan Reports
  • Database Scan Reports
  • Static Code Analysis Reports
  • Software & Hardware List
  • STIG Checklist/Reports
  • STIG Deviation Reports
  • Information Assurance vulnerability Alert (IAVA) Reports
  • Ports, Protocols and Services (PPS) List
  • Plan of Action and Milestone (POA&M) Report
  • Accreditation Boundary Diagram
• Assist with creation/deploy/maintaining system images
• Continue training/education to develop cybersecurity skills to support MSI programs/projects
• Must be at assigned worksite during assigned hours 100% of time; less PTO, FML/STD/LTD

Other Job Functions

• Maintain integrity of customer, military, and company standards and requirements during cybersecurity activities
• Support design reviews, program reviews, and other presentations to the customer to include development of presentation material and taking meeting minutes
• Perform other work-related tasks or assignments as directed by supervisor

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

• None

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards
• Ability to get and maintain a DoD Common Access Card (CAC)
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary
• Ability to adhere to workplace rules
• Ability to read, write, and develop intelligible instructions, procedures, and cybersecurity documentation
• Ability to collaborate and work with a multi-functional team in a fast-paced environment
• Strong and pronounced problem-solving and analytical skills
• Basic understanding of software engineering and cybersecurity principles and practices
• Basic understanding of Software Lifecycle Management to include development, configuration control, and release management
• Basic understanding of CUI data and appropriate marking/labeling
• Ability to drive towards goals and milestones while valuing and maintaining a strong attention to detail and schedule
• Basic understanding of the Agile software project management and development processes to include Scrum and/or Kanban with ability to lead project teams, evaluate/create/modify to improve current processes
• Working knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and procedures
• Must have highly developed interpersonal skills to interact with and present to customers and senior management

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• AS/BS in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field preferred
• DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Certification with a minimum of IAT Level I within 6 months of taking the position of Cybersecurity Engineer 1
• 0-2 years of cybersecurity experience or related field
• Basic experience with Python, C++, Java, Power Shell
• Experience with Linux Operating Systems (e.g., Red Hat, Ubuntu, CentOS, etc.) including building image from scratch
• Experience with Windows Operating Systems (e.g., Win 10, Win 11, etc.) including building image from scratch
• Experience with applying security patches/updates to OS (e.g., Windows, Linux, etc.)
• Basic experience with Windows Server
• Basic experience with reviewing/updating BIOS firmware
• Basic experience with computer imaging software (Clonezilla, Acronis, etc.)
• Basic experience with Approved DoD IA Tools (Nessus, STIG Viewer, SCAP, Secure Host Baseline Framework)
• Basic experience with embedded systems and working with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) preferred
• Basic experience with vulnerability testing and remediation
• Basic experience with installing and maintaining x509, DoD PKI, SSL/TLS certificates
• Basic experience with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Teams, database management systems

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office and production environment
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones)
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Ability to travel, foreign and/or domestic 10% of the time in support of customer products