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MKS2 Technologies · 9 hours ago

Senior Security Systems Engineer

Dahlgren, VA (Hybrid)

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

MKS2 Technologies, LLC is an award-winning high growth small business specializing in technology solutions in Cyber Security, Instructional Design, and Software Engineering. The Senior Security Systems Engineer will lead advanced cybersecurity engineering and support for Navy systems, ensuring compliance with DoD and Navy cybersecurity standards.

Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead cybersecurity engineering efforts for RMF, A&A, and continuous monitoring of Navy systems

Manage Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR) processes and associated documentation

Design and validate secure system architectures using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

Direct cyber testing, vulnerability assessments, and compliance analysis using DISA STIGs and NSA guidelines

Develop secure configurations using IDS/IPS, HBSS, Cross Domain Solutions (CDS), and network appliances

Create and maintain DoD A&A artifacts including System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)

Prepare and execute Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) plans and security test procedures

Support the acquisition and maintenance of Authorizations to Operate (ATOs) and resolve Interim ATO (IATO) issues

Serve as the Information Assurance Officer (IAO) for cybersecurity matters

Identify and resolve security design discrepancies to ensure DoD and Navy compliance

Develop System Security Authorization Operational Manuals (SSAOMs)

Apply DoD cybersecurity policies across Navy tactical combat systems

For SLBM programs, utilize SSP Validator Handbook experience and support Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) duties

Collaborate with customers, security authorities, and project teams to ensure successful system certification

Qualification

Cybersecurity engineeringRMF lifecycle executionVulnerability managementDISA STIGsConfiguration complianceBoundary defenseSETR processesDoD cybersecurity documentationAegis system experienceIAM Level II certificationSoft skills