Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) · 16 hours ago
Systems Security Engineer Senior
El Segundo, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$200K/yr - $240K/yr
20+ years expModern Technology Solutions Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a highly experienced Systems Security Engineer to support the United States Space Force (USSF). The role involves providing technical management, developing security solutions, and ensuring systems security is integrated into the engineering process.
Information Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide technical knowledge and analysis of complex problems that need knowledge of current best practices and Government mandated policies for effective development and implementation of systems security solutions
Comprehensive assessments of system cyber security architecture, security events/activities and posture
Develop and implement system security plans, policies, and controls in accordance with DoD and NIST standards (e.g., RMF, NIST SP 800-53)
Conduct security risk and vulnerability assessments and develop mitigation strategies
Provide system security expertise to obtain and maintain the Authorization to Operate (ATO) Risk Management Framework (RMF) accreditation requirements
Develop and conduct processes for verification of Interim Authority To Test (IATT) and Interim Authority to Connect (IATC) documentation and procedures for prototypes and external systems connecting to the Space C2 Enterprise
Support efforts to accredit software systems for IL4 and up to and including TS/SCI/SAP environments within OEM or government developed cloud environments as directed by the government
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure systems security is integrated early in the systems engineering process
Contribute to Program Protection Plans (PPPs), Security Classification Guides (SCGs), and related security documentation
Provide technical expertise in areas that have system security and/or cybersecurity touch points such as defensive cyberspace operations, joint operations planning, policy, and technical intelligence
Initiate actions for providing support to various working groups such as system security working groups, cybersecurity working groups, change management boards, etc
Qualification
Required
20+ years of professional experience supporting the DoD and/or IC communities
5+ years of experience in cybersecurity or systems security engineering within a DoD environment
Experience supporting system accreditation packages and security documentation
Familiarity with RMF, NIST SP 800 series, and DoDI 8510.01
Demonstrated experience with applicable IC and DoD policies, procedures, and operating instructions related to program security, information assurance
Experience working closely with ISSMs/ISSEs and government security stakeholders
At least 2 years of TS/SCI experience
B.S. in related field
M.S. in related field
Active TS/SCI (Must be a U.S. Citizen)
Preferred
Relevant experience and knowledge of Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO)
Experience within the National Security Space and/or the Ground Systems Mission Areas
Experience with SDA SW
Experience with Infrastructure, Platforms, Networks and Data
Benefits
MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered.
Company
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI)
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kevin Robinson
President and CEO
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