Senior Systems Security Engineer

• Individual will support information system security engineering activities to ensure security requirements are defined, implemented and tested for complex multi-level security architectures of an advanced USSF system.
• Apply cybersecurity risk management framework principles to the development of integrated weapon systems.
• Support assessment and authorization activities to ensure SCA's understand of weapon system and can make timely recommendations to the authorizing official based on requirements, security impact levels and projected operational environment.
• Evaluate the threats and vulnerabilities to integrated weapon and information systems to ensure security controls effectively mitigate the risk of exploits.
• Develop acquisition documentation that pertains to cybersecurity to support program management office and contracting offiers.
• Conduct and report on independent assessments to verify compliance such as software Certification to Field (CTF). Full-time job with primary work location in Huntsville, AL with frequent US travel.
• Guide the development and implementation of cybersecurity for an integrated weapon system
• Develop/Test for Cloud Ground Environment and ensure Software Assurance of Mission Unique Software
• Support information system security authorization to operate

• Firm understanding of the DoD 8500.1-M, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publications (SP) 800-37, 800-53, 800-218, and 800-190
• Expertise in cloud "as a service" architecture components and how to assess against the NIST SP controls
• Strong understanding behind implementation details of DOW end-to-end zero trust architecture solutions
• Ability to evaluate DevSecOps process, agile methodology and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipeline to ensure cybersecurity requirements are baked-in early during development
• Adept at working with software developers and engineers providing technical oversight and guidance to securely architect system components
• Strong research skills and a desire to learn new (emerging OR existing but unfamiliar) technologies such as public and private cloud solutions in multi-level environments
• Demonstrated ability to assess and articulate risk, including to non-technical audiences
• Demonstrated history finding unique mitigations to varied systems' security challenges
• Demonstrated technical proficiency in at least one area of security (e.g. space systems, cloud, software, networking)
• Strong communication skills, written and oral

• 14+ years' of related technical experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technology is required.
• Specialized information assurance experience is required.

• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• AWS or other cloud technology security certification

• Must have Active Secret Clearance with TS/SCI Eligibility.

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  Interesting Work:
  
  
  
  Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
  
  
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  Values:
  
  
  
  Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.
  
  
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  100% Employee Owned:
  
  
  
  We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.
  
  
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  Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:
  
  
  




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  Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
  
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  Flexible schedules
  
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  6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually
  
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  Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
  
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  Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
  
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  Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement
  
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  Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
  
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  Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
  




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  Track Record of Success:
  
  
  
  We have grown every year since our founding in 1993.
  
  

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com