Job Summary

The Cyber Security Engineer (A&A SME) leads the implementation and oversight of secure system configurations, architecture reviews, and compliance monitoring in support of federal cybersecurity mandates. This position provides subject matter expertise in vulnerability management, control inheritance, and secure integration of applications and infrastructure. The engineer leads accreditation activities under RMF, authors security documentation, and coordinates across engineering teams to enforce cybersecurity across the system lifecycle.

As with any position, additional expectations exist. Some of these include, but are not limited to, adhering to normal working hours, meeting deadlines, following company policies as outlined by the Employee Handbook, communicating regularly with assigned supervisor(s), staying focused on the assigned tasks, and completing other tasks as assigned.

Responsibilities

Serve as technical lead on secure system design and implementation tasks
Oversee application of DISA STIGs and RMF controls for enterprise systems
Lead vulnerability mitigation plans and POA&M closure efforts
Review system architecture for compliance with DoD and NIST requirements
Guide development of system security plans (SSP), risk assessments, and SARs
Represent cybersecurity engineering in design reviews and CCBs
Coordinate accreditation activities and ensure readiness for audits
Develop security engineering SOPs and process documentation
Advise stakeholders on emerging threats and mitigation strategies
Mentor junior engineers and analysts on secure system practices

Basic Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship Required
Active DoD Secret Clearance Required
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or Engineering
5+ years cybersecurity engineering experience in federal or DoD programs
Current IAT Level III certification (e.g., CISSP, CASP+)
Proven experience leading RMF-based accreditation efforts
Proficiency in DISA STIG compliance, security architecture, and documentation
If applicable: If you are or have been recently employed by the U.S. government, a post-employment ethics letter will be required if employment with VSolvit is offered

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Cybersecurity or Systems Engineering
Experience with cross-domain solutions, cloud security, or SCAP automation
Familiarity with FedRAMP, CNSSI 1253, and Continuous Monitoring Plans
Technical leadership experience in classified or multi-enclave environments

Company Summary

Join the VSolvit Team! Founded in 2006, VSolvit (pronounced 'We Solve It') is a technology services provider that specializes in cybersecurity, cloud computing, geographic information systems (GIS), business intelligence (BI) systems, data warehousing, engineering services, and custom database and application development. VSolvit is an award winning WOSB, CA CDB, MBE, WBE, and CMMI Level 3 certified company. We offer a customizable health benefits program that best meets the needs of its employees. Offering may include: medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, long and short-term disability and other insurance products, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, 401K Retirement Plan options, Tuition Reimbursement, and assorted voluntary benefits. Our goal is to grow together and enjoy the work that we do as a team.

VSolvit LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.