Waypoint Human Capital
Cyber Security Engineer/ISSO
Waypoint Human Capital, Huntsville, Alabama, United States, 35824
Position:
Cyber Security Engineer / Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) Position Type:
Full-Time Onsite Position Location:
Huntsville, AL Clearance Required:
Active Secret
Waypoint’s client is seeking an experienced
Cyber Security Engineer / ISSO
to support the
Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) Product Office
under the Teams-Next Missile Defense Systems Engineering (TN-MDSE) contract. This role provides Systems Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) to the Missile Defense Agency. The successful candidate will play a key role in cybersecurity engineering, Risk Management Framework (RMF) execution, and system authorization activities across the system lifecycle.
Responsibilities
Serve as a member of the cybersecurity team supporting RMF implementation for assigned systems.
Develop, review, and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs), Interim Authority to Test (IATT), Authority to Connect (ATC), and Authority to Operate (ATO) packages.
Perform technical cybersecurity work utilizing the RMF process, including analysis and resolution of Information Assurance (IA)-related technical issues.
Ensure all RMF requirements are fully addressed and that required artifacts are properly loaded, tracked, and managed within Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS).
Conduct vulnerability and risk assessments using subject matter expertise in information systems security.
Track, manage, and monitor Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) to closure.
Interface with internal and external cyber teams to review RMF Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), ensuring timely delivery, accuracy, and quality of cybersecurity artifacts.
Review system audits zost monitor corrective actions, and ensure findings are resolved and closed.
Conduct reviews of cybersecurity artifacts and technical briefings, working directly with the customer to resolve identified findings.
Verify that required security controls are implemented correctly and operating as intended throughout all phases of the system lifecycle.
Track cybersecurity deliverables, schedules, metrics, and reporting requirements.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline.
7+ years of related professional experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, or systems security engineering.
Active DoD Secret security clearance.
DoD 8570 compliant IAM Level II certification (Security+ required).
Demonstrated experience with DoD RMF and SSP development and execution.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify root causes and develop effective, actionable solutions.
Strong written, verbal, and briefing skills.
Desired
Experience with Missile Defense Agency (MDA)-specific RMF and SSP processes.
Prior experience supporting missile defense or large DoD acquisition programs.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Customer-focused mindset with experience working directly with government stakeholders.
*Waypoint Human Capital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation.
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Cyber Security Engineer / Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) Position Type:
Full-Time Onsite Position Location:
Huntsville, AL Clearance Required:
Active Secret
Waypoint’s client is seeking an experienced
Cyber Security Engineer / ISSO
to support the
Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) Product Office
under the Teams-Next Missile Defense Systems Engineering (TN-MDSE) contract. This role provides Systems Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) to the Missile Defense Agency. The successful candidate will play a key role in cybersecurity engineering, Risk Management Framework (RMF) execution, and system authorization activities across the system lifecycle.
Responsibilities
Serve as a member of the cybersecurity team supporting RMF implementation for assigned systems.
Develop, review, and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs), Interim Authority to Test (IATT), Authority to Connect (ATC), and Authority to Operate (ATO) packages.
Perform technical cybersecurity work utilizing the RMF process, including analysis and resolution of Information Assurance (IA)-related technical issues.
Ensure all RMF requirements are fully addressed and that required artifacts are properly loaded, tracked, and managed within Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS).
Conduct vulnerability and risk assessments using subject matter expertise in information systems security.
Track, manage, and monitor Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) to closure.
Interface with internal and external cyber teams to review RMF Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), ensuring timely delivery, accuracy, and quality of cybersecurity artifacts.
Review system audits zost monitor corrective actions, and ensure findings are resolved and closed.
Conduct reviews of cybersecurity artifacts and technical briefings, working directly with the customer to resolve identified findings.
Verify that required security controls are implemented correctly and operating as intended throughout all phases of the system lifecycle.
Track cybersecurity deliverables, schedules, metrics, and reporting requirements.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline.
7+ years of related professional experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, or systems security engineering.
Active DoD Secret security clearance.
DoD 8570 compliant IAM Level II certification (Security+ required).
Demonstrated experience with DoD RMF and SSP development and execution.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify root causes and develop effective, actionable solutions.
Strong written, verbal, and briefing skills.
Desired
Experience with Missile Defense Agency (MDA)-specific RMF and SSP processes.
Prior experience supporting missile defense or large DoD acquisition programs.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Customer-focused mindset with experience working directly with government stakeholders.
*Waypoint Human Capital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation.
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