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SilverEdge Government Solutions

Cyber Security Project Engineer

SilverEdge Government Solutions, Herndon, Virginia, United States, 22070

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SilverEdge Government Solutions Overview

SilverEdge is a premier provider of innovative cyber, software, and intelligence solutions, addressing mission-critical challenges for the Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community (IC), and beyond. We are dedicated to delivering impactful results to meet mission goals through cutting-edge technology and expertise. We are seeking a Overview

SilverEdge is a premier provider of innovative cyber, software, and intelligence solutions, addressing mission-critical challenges for the Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community (IC), and beyond. We are dedicated to delivering impactful results to meet mission goals through cutting-edge technology and expertise. We are seeking a

Cyber Security Project Engineer

to join our dynamic team. This individual will play a pivotal role in developing innovative and effective solutions for our DoD customers within the IC sector.

Role Overview

The

Cyber Security Project Engineer

will provide expert-level security guidance to engineering and IT-related activities while overseeing day-to-day Information Assurance (IA), Certification & Accreditation (C&A), and Assessment & Authorization (A&A) processes. This role is responsible for managing risks through the risk management lifecycle and coordinating all security-related efforts, including the generation and submission of security plans and accreditation packages.

Primary Duties

Provide expert-level security support for engineering and technical IT activities within the organization. Oversee daily Information Assurance, Certification & Accreditation, and Assessment & Authorization activities. Manage the processing of organizational efforts through the risk management lifecycle, tracking risks, accreditation status, and reporting across project teams. Generate security plans and act as a security advocate for system/architecture changes. Assemble and submit C&A packages to Principal Accreditation Authority/Designated Accreditation Authority. Coordinate C&A actions and system testing with security personnel. Maintain a document repository for all C&A project documentation. Ensure compliance with Intelligence Community Information Assurance policies and regulations.

Required Qualifications

Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph. Bachelors degree (equivalent experience may be substituted for education). Minimum of 11 years of professional experience in IT security, information assurance, or engineering. Strong working knowledge of Intelligence Community Information Assurance policies and regulations, particularly regarding the certification and accreditation process. Strong technical skills and analytical ability. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in an ISSO/ISSE/ISSM role. Proven experience authoring and maintaining systems security documentation, including documentation of security mitigations. Demonstrated experience with DCID 6/3 or ICD 503 accreditation processes and achieving an Authority to Operate (ATO) for IT systems. Familiarity with generating security documentation to achieve proper accreditation from Directorate security personnel. Experience using XACTA and Greenlight Tool. PMP Certification. Knowledge of the Customers PMF process, IT development lifecycle, and organization-specific security requirements. Familiarity with FISMA, DCID 6/3, and ICD 503 standards.

Certifications

PMP certification preferred.

Travel Requirements

Up to 10% CONUS travel, as required.

About SilverEdge

SilverEdge Government Solutions was founded on the belief that nurturing talent and collaborating closely with our customers enables us to think big and deliver the best for our country. Our mission is to bring top technology talent together to solve the worlds most challenging problems while protecting the United States and our allies. SilverEdge Government Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and applicants receive lawful consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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