Cyber Security Engineer TS/SCI CI Poly Required with Security Clearance

Responsibilities to Anticipate • 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 ________________________________________ Basic 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