System Cybersecurity - Senior

Applied Research Solutions•Bedford, MA

4d•$170,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a Senior System Cybersecurity Engineer to support HNA (Aerial and Tactical Networks) at Hanscom AFB in a hybrid role. The position supports system and application authorization and accreditation (A&A), including assessing and guiding the quality and completeness of activities, tasks, and artifacts required under DoD and Air Force policies such as the Risk Management Framework (RMF). The engineer performs Information System Security Engineer (ISSE), Information System Security Manager (ISSM), and Information System Security Officer (ISSO) duties for assigned systems and applications, following the applicable Air Force and DoD guidance. The role also covers security assessments, policy and procedure recommendations, security awareness, contingency planning, incident assessment, and ensuring cybersecurity practices are applied in IT service delivery. Other duties may be assigned. Applied Research Solutions describes itself as a provider of technically integrated solutions and mission support. The company states that it prioritizes employees, supports career goals and work/life balance, and offers competitive benefits, awards and recognition, and attention from senior managers. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation, including criminal history and identity checks.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen.
One of the following experience and education pathways: BA/BS degree and 15 years of cybersecurity experience, including 5 years of DoD experience; MA/MS degree and 12 years of experience, including 5 years in DoD; or 20 years of directly related experience with proper certifications, including 8 years in DoD.
DoD 8570.01 MMGT512-compliant certification.
Experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
Baseline certification: IAM III, such as CISSP, CISM, or GSLC.
Active Top Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

Support system and application authorization and accreditation (A&A), assessing and guiding the quality and completeness of required activities, tasks, and artifacts under governing DoD and Air Force policies, including RMF.
Recommend policies and procedures to ensure information-system reliability and accessibility and to prevent and defend against unauthorized access to systems, networks, and data.
Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments of planned and installed information systems to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and protection needs.
Promote awareness of security issues among management and ensure sound security principles are reflected in organizational visions and goals.
Conduct systems security evaluations, audits, and reviews.
Recommend systems security contingency plans and disaster recovery procedures.
Recommend and implement programs to ensure systems, network, and data users understand and follow security policies and procedures.
Participate in network and systems design to ensure appropriate security policies are implemented.
Facilitate gathering, analysis, and preservation of evidence used in the prosecution of computer crimes.
Assess security events to determine impact and implement corrective actions.
Ensure rigorous application of information security and cybersecurity policies, principles, and practices in delivery of IT services.
Perform ISSE duties for assigned systems as outlined in AFI 33-200, AFI 33-210, and AFMAN 33-285.
Perform ISSM duties for assigned systems and applications as outlined in DoDI 8510.01.
Perform ISSO duties for assigned systems and applications as outlined in DoDI 8510.01.
Perform other duties as assigned.