Senior Information Systems Security Engineer
Cyber Security V
Schriever Space Force Base
Colorado Springs, CO

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is currently seeking a qualified Senior Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract at Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, CO.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data through the planning, analysis, development, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of cyber security programs, policies, procedures, and tools.
• Analyzes information systems, weapons systems, command, control, communications, and/or intelligence systems to determine vulnerabilities and conduct comprehensive risk assessments.
• Conducts security inspections, assessments, tests, and reviews of information systems and networks to ensure no security changes have been made to invalidate the current Assessment and Authorization (A&A) and/or to determine certification compliance to DoD Policies and procedures, existing vulnerabilities and residual risk.
• Supports continuous review of A&A support documentation packages and system fielding, operations or upgrades requirements to ensure accuracy, completeness and that the support documentation packages meet minimal risk acceptance standards.
• Supports projects to ensure implementation of cyber security controls, takes corrective action in response to Information
• Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVAs), Cyber Tasking Orders (CTOs), and security incidents and engages external assessment agencies in coordination with the Authorizing Official (AO).
• Ensure the secure configuration of information systems, network equipment and applications / software / operating systems.
• Leads or participates in the Risk Management Framework (RMF) authorization efforts in coordination with the AO.
• Provides advice and information on emerging cybersecurity technology and doctrine issues.
• Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to plan, resource, and execute cyber security requirements for networks and systems.
• Have demonstrable experience in configuring cybersecurity technical controls, testing cybersecurity controls, developing policies and procedures, and conducting audit log reviews of information systems and/or networks.
• Have demonstrable knowledge of DoD requirements under RMF and be able to apply those requirements to information systems and networks.
• Have demonstrable knowledge of creating technical documentation, reports and/or presentations.
• Have demonstrable knowledge of cyber doctrine and DoD Cybersecurity best practices.
• Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Have fundamental networking knowledge.

Salary: The salary range for this position is $111,300 - $136,300

Education and Experience:

• Must have one of the following combinations of education and experience:
  • HS Diploma (or GED) and eight (8) years of general experience.
  • Associate's degree and six (6) years of general experience.
  • Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of general experience.
  • Master's degree and two (2) years of general experience
• Must have 6 years of directly related experience
• Must have 2 year of experience working in a management or leadership role
• Must have a current DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification with Continuing Education (CE) - (CySA , GICSP, GSEC, Security CE, SSCP)

Desired Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree of Computer Science or a related science in engineering or scientific field of study from an
  accredited college or university
• Ability to perform multiple projects with dynamic tasking and follow-through from beginning to end on assigned tasks.
• Working knowledge of network protocols and traffic flow
• Experience in a MS Windows, RHEL, and VMWare virtualized environment
• Experience with Trellix ePolicy Orchestrator, Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), and DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG)
• Certifications: EC-Council C|EH, CompTIA CySA , MCSA, Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Network

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week and offers a flexible
work schedule Monday through Friday during core business hours.

Other Position Requirements:

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.
• Must be able to travel, including air travel.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Identity Protection
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter/Transit Spending Accounts
• Group Legal Coverage Options
• Pet Insurance

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE:
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please call (850) 362-6551.

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