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Paladin Consulting

Sr. Cyber Security Engineer (Aurora, CO)

Paladin Consulting, Aurora, Colorado, United States, 80012

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Paladin Consulting is currently hiring a Sr. Cyber Security Engineer to join our team working onsite at our client's office located in Aurora, CO. We work with companies that offer environments for our employees to contribute, learn, and advance their careers. We treat you like you are part of the family.

Job Title Sr. Cyber Security Engineer

Work Location Aurora, CO

Duration Long-term contract with option to hire

Job Description We are seeking a Sr. Cyber Security Engineer to join our Cyber Security Engineering team in Aurora, CO. This position will support Continuous Monitoring and Authority to Operate (ATO) maintenance for Government-accredited systems. You'll play a key role in vulnerability and compliance management across mission-critical systems and work directly with various stakeholders to ensure system security and integrity.

Responsibilities

Review and adjudicate findings from Tenable/Nessus vulnerability scans

Assess system vulnerabilities and verify compliance with applicable STIGs, SRGs, and other security guidelines

Perform Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) work-off

Support Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities

Assist with Software Assurance evaluations

Provide cybersecurity engineering expertise during system development

Deploy and maintain security patches in alignment with vulnerability management and compliance policies

Administer and secure systems operating on Linux OS platforms

Required Skills & Qualifications

Advanced degree in a STEM discipline and 5+ years of engineering experience

Experience with Tenable Security Center and Nessus for vulnerability assessments

Demonstrated experience maintaining and deploying security patches

Hands‑on experience with Linux operating systems and command‑line tools

Working knowledge of NIST RMF, including SP 800‑37, 800‑53, and 800‑171

Active and transferable Top Secret/SCI clearance with CI polygraph (required Day 1)

U.S. Citizenship (required)

DoD 8570.01‑M IAT Level II compliant certification (e.g., Security+ or equivalent)

Preferred Qualifications

Strong understanding of DoD RMF certification & accreditation processes

Experience using STIG Viewer and performing manual security checks

IAT Level III certification (e.g., CISSP or equivalent)

Self‑starter with strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to work independently

For more information or to view other opportunities, visit us at www.paladininc.com.

Paladin Consulting is an EEOC employer.

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