Abacus Technology

Cyber Security SME

Abacus Technology$100K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15 years of experience in cyber security
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field required; Master’s degree preferred
  • CISSP certification or equivalent required within six months of hire
  • In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity policies and threat mitigation
  • Proficient in Windows OS, DoD Cybersecurity, NIST RMF, and STIGs
  • Clear communication skills for presenting technical information
  • Must be a US citizen with a Top Secret clearance and SCI access

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and support DoD and Air Force computing systems and networks
  • Perform security-related system updates and user access setup
  • Assist with program engineering reviews and certification processes
  • Support the ISSM with multi-discipline security expertise
  • Develop and review critical cybersecurity documentation
  • Recommend enhancements for program office artifacts
  • Conduct site audits to verify compliance and security controls

Benefits

  • Full-time position at Wright-Patterson AFB
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Work in a critical defense environment
  • Engage with advanced cybersecurity technologies
Full Job Description
Overview

Abacus Technology is seeking a Cyber Security SME to provide security expertise for Wright-Patterson AFB.  This is a full-time position.

Responsibilities
  • Maintain and support of DoD and Air Force computing systems and networks. 
  • Perform system trusted downloads, burn classified CDs, maintain and update host system patches, implement mandated system vulnerability mitigations and set up user accesses and accounts. 
  • Support the Systems Engineer with program engineering milestone reviews, test planning, and certification and accreditation packages. 
  • Assist the ISSM and provide multi-discipline expertise covering project management, system security engineering, system administration, and network administration. 
  • Provide cybersecurity support to assigned systems and assist in developing, modifying, reviewing, or coordinating items that include, but are not limited to PIT determination package, cybersecurity strategy, System Security Plan (SSP), system controls traceability matrix, risk assessment report, plan of action and milestones, security assessment plan, artifacts for program review and RFP. 
  • Review required program office artifacts and make recommendations to support cybersecurity RMF analysis. 
  • Assist in managing, planning, documenting, and conducting Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) of security requirements for weapon systems. 
  • Perform cybersecurity site audits to verify architecture analysis, cybersecurity requirements, and controls, verify mitigation actions, witness cybersecurity testing, and evaluation, and to support final approval for Interim Authority to Test (IATT), Interim Authority to Operate (IATO), Authority to Operate (ATO), and/or Authority to Connect (ATC). 
Qualifications

15 years experience in cyber security.  Bachelor’s degree in a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.  Must be CISSP certified (or an equivalent certification in compliance with DoD 8570 IAT Level III) or able to obtain within six months of hire.  In-depth understanding of cybersecurity policy, tools, threat mitigation, network topologies, intrusion detection, PKI, and secured networks is preferred.  Knowledge of the Systems Security Engineering disciplines to include: Anti-Tamper, Trusted Systems & Networks, Cybersecurity, Hardware/Software/Firmware Assurance, Supply Chain Risk Management, Acquisition Security, Cyber Resiliency, and Information Protection.  Must demonstrate proficiency in currently utilized Windows OS, Windows group policy objects, DoD Cybersecurity, NIST RMF, STIGs, Endpoint Security System (SS)/Host-based Security System (HBSS) and DoD Public Key Infrastructure (PKI).  Able to clearly present and communicate technical approaches and findings.  Understands DoD, AF, and common engineering/scientific principles, processes, and procedures to improve performance and sustainability of existing and future AF and joint service weapon systems.  Must be a US citizen and hold a Top Secret clearance with SCI access (TS/SCI). 

 

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

 

About Abacus Technology

Abacus Technology is a provider of information technology services and solutions to government agencies and the private sector. The company offers a range of services, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, software development, and program management. Abacus Technology was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Chevy Chase, Maryland.
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1983

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