Cybersecurity System Security Engineer (CSSE) -III

$134,700 - $224,700/Yr

ManTech - El Segundo, CA

Full-time - Senior

Remote - El Segundo, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Cybersecurity System Security Engineer (CSSE) III at ManTech plays a crucial role in supporting Special Access Programs (SAPs) for SMC and AFSPC acquisition programs. This position involves leading a team to ensure compliance with NIST Cybersecurity requirements, providing expert consultation on information security, and overseeing the development and implementation of security policies. The CSSE III will also represent the Government Program Manager in various working groups and will be responsible for obtaining system authorizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of System Security Engineers and Certification and Accreditation Analysts.
• Chair and co-chair customer and SAP community Cybersecurity working groups.
• Perform oversight of the development, implementation, and evaluation of information system security program policy.
• Provide expert level consultation and technical services on all aspects of Information Security.
• Review SSE related designs and provide security compliance recommendations.
• Develop and provide Cybersecurity risk management recommendations to the customer.
• Provide SSE support for Mission and Training systems design and development.
• Assist with development and maintenance of the Program Protection Plan & Cybersecurity Strategy.
• Assist with site activation activities and design reviews, including test & evaluation of systems.
• Represent the Government Program Manager in various SSE related working groups and advisory meetings.
• Work directly with approval/accreditation authorities to obtain systems' Authorization to Operate.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or additional 4 years of related experience in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of 12 years total experience in cybersecurity.
• 8 years' experience with SCI or SAR environment.
• 4 years of SAP relevant experience highly desired.
• Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level 3 and Information Assurance Manager Level 3 within 6 months of hire; CISSP recommended.
• Familiarity with security policy/manuals and appropriate ICDs/JAFANs/DOD Manuals.
• Full understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Joint SAP Implementation Guide (JSIG) processes for system accreditation.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
• Possess a high degree of originality, creativity, and initiative requiring minimal supervision.
• Willingness to travel within the organizational Area of Responsibility (AOR).

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Retirement and Savings
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Wellness programs
• Other optional benefit elections