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Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) · 1 hour ago

Cyber Security Systems Engineer (Multiple Levels)

Colorado Springs, CO

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$153K/yr - $188K/yr

7+ years exp

Modern Technology Solutions Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a highly experienced Systems Engineer with Cyber Security expertise to support the United States Space Force (USSF). In this role, you will support the development, integration, and protection of critical defense systems while ensuring compliance with cybersecurity and program protection requirements.

Information Technology

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provides technical knowledge and analysis of complex problems that require an understanding of current best practices and government-mandated policies for the effective development and implementation of cybersecurity solutions

Develop and implement system security plans, policies, and controls in accordance with DoD and NIST standards (e.g., RMF, NIST SP 800-53)

Conduct cybersecurity risk and vulnerability assessments and develop mitigation strategies

Support architecture and design reviews from a security perspective

Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure cybersecurity is integrated early in the systems engineering process

Assist with security test and evaluation (ST&E), including validation, verification, and accreditation efforts (e.g., ATO/ATC)

Contribute to Program Protection Plans (PPPs), Security Classification Guides (SCGs), and related security documentation

Provides technical expertise in areas such as Cloud Systems Architecture, Information Systems Integration, Software Development Methodologies, Security Engineering, Network Systems Management, etc

Provides 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

Initiates action for providing support to various working groups such as system security working groups, cybersecurity working groups, change management boards, etc

Qualification

Cybersecurity expertiseSystems security engineeringDoD cybersecurity frameworksRiskVulnerability assessmentsCloud Systems ArchitectureSecurity EngineeringNIST SP 800-53Defensive Cyber OperationsSecurity+ certificationTeam coordinationTechnical documentationCommunication skills

Required

Minimum of 7 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, information management, configuration management, and cyber defense

Experience working closely with ISSMs/ISSEs and government security stakeholders

B.S. in a related field

An active TS/SCI security clearance is required to start in this role (At least 2 years of TS/SCI experience required)

U.S. Citizenship is required for this position