Systems Engineer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in information security engineering, with a strong focus on cloud security.
• Experience with AI tools, particularly GitHub Copilot, for security automation and vulnerability management.
• Strong understanding of federal security standards and compliance requirements, such as FISMA, NIST, and FedRAMP.
• Proficiency in security tools and frameworks such as Nessus, Splunk, and NIST RMF.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and meet deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate with developers, business analysts, and stakeholders.
• A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security, or a related field is preferred but not required. Without a relevant college degree, an additional four years of relevant work experience is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust and pass the required government background screening.
• Must meet the stated U.S. residency requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or AWS Certified Security - Specialty.
• Experience in a USPS environment or similar federal IT projects.
• Cybersecurity certification such as Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, procedures, and controls aligned with USPS security requirements and federal standards such as FISMA and NIST RMF.
• Use AI tools such as GitHub Copilot to automate security tasks, vulnerability scans, and code reviews.
• Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration testing using tools such as Nessus, Splunk, and SonarQube.
• Implement and monitor protections for sensitive data, including encryption standards and access controls.
• Work with development and operations teams to integrate security practices into CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps processes.
• Prepare and maintain System Security Plans (SSP), Risk Mitigation Plans (RMP), and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M).
• Perform continuous monitoring and real-time security incident response using tools such as CloudWatch, GuardDuty, and AWS Security Hub.
• Collaborate with the USPS Chief Information Security Office (CISO) on compliance with USPS security architecture and governance.
• Provide security training and awareness programs to development and operational staff.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match.
• Medical plan options, including options with Health Savings Accounts.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision plan.
• Paid education and certifications.
• Professional growth opportunities and internal mobility support.
• Paid vacation, sick and personal time, and holidays.
• Paid parental leave, including a paid family leave program of up to 160 hours in a rolling 12-month period for eligible employees.
• Military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Life insurance and other insurance offerings, including accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance.
• Full flex work weeks where possible.