The SEMCON Group, LLC ยท 2 hours ago
Cybersecurity Systems Engineer (Linux / FAA Systems)
The SEMCON Group, LLC is dedicated to supporting the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) by providing top-tier technical, managerial, and professional resources. They are seeking a Cybersecurity Systems Engineer to perform security assessments and implement security controls on a range of systems and technologies, focusing on Linux environments.
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Responsibilities
Performing security assessments and implementing security controls on a range of systems and technologies
Proficient Linux experience (comfortable on the terminal, writing bash scripts, configuring packages and servers)
Hands-on working knowledge of Linux OS system structure and configuration (e.g. directory structure, device files, network configuration, file management)
Proficient using automation tools such as Ansible, Docker, Jenkins, etc
Hands-on experience of networking, including network design, VLAN/subnetting, configuring managed routers/switches
Knowledge of network protocol interactions
Ability to coordinate IP address/subnet requests and firewall rule requests using tables and spreadsheets
Experience performing hands-on port scanning & vulnerability scanning, including remediating, at the technical level, each finding in the scans, including proving false failures (why a scan result may be invalid)
Working knowledge of security standards, e.g. NIST 800-53, HSPD-23, ISO 27001
Experience performing penetration testing to verify new security controls are effective
Familiarity using cryptographic protocols (asymmetric/symmetric ciphers, hashing, key exchange)
Experience documenting security requirements for Statements of Work (SOWs), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), and Data Item Descriptions (DIDs)
Strong logic/reasoning skills (e.g., can understand/analyze requirements, and identify logical gaps)
Experience conducting and participating in technical interchange meetings
Strong, clear verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in two or more of: C/C++, Python, Golang, Rust
Usage of version control software (e.g., Git)
Knowledge of software design patterns and anti-patterns
Comfortable with common software data structures and algorithms
Qualification
Required
Proficient Linux experience (comfortable on the terminal, writing bash scripts, configuring packages and servers)
Hands-on working knowledge of Linux OS system structure and configuration (e.g. directory structure, device files, network configuration, file management)
Proficient using automation tools such as Ansible, Docker, Jenkins, etc
Hands-on experience of networking, including network design, VLAN/subnetting, configuring managed routers/switches
Knowledge of network protocol interactions
Ability to coordinate IP address/subnet requests and firewall rule requests using tables and spreadsheets
Experience performing hands-on port scanning & vulnerability scanning, including remediating, at the technical level, each finding in the scans, including proving false failures (why a scan result may be invalid)
Working knowledge of security standards, e.g. NIST 800-53, HSPD-23, ISO 27001
Experience performing penetration testing to verify new security controls are effective
Familiarity using cryptographic protocols (asymmetric/symmetric ciphers, hashing, key exchange)
From a system acquisition perspective, experience documenting security requirements for Statements of Work (SOWs), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), and Data Item Descriptions (DIDs)
Strong logic/reasoning skills (e.g., can understand/analyze requirements, and identify logical gaps)
Experience conducting and participating in technical interchange meetings
Strong, clear verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in two or more of: C/C++, Python, Golang, Rust
Usage of version control software (e.g., Git)
Knowledge of software design patterns and anti-patterns
Comfortable with common software data structures and algorithms
A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline
At least 6-15 years of experience
Preferred
Familiarity with embedded Linux system design and implementation, including performance optimization
Benefits
Health benefits (medical, dental, vision, and life)
401K with a generous employer match
Paid time off
Paid holidays