DCS Corp

Cybersecurity Engineer, Principal

DCS Corp$142K — $225K *
Aerospace & Defense
15+ years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • U.S. citizenship and Secret level clearance required.
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline; Master's preferred.
  • 20 years of relevant experience, with 10 in the Department of Defense (DoD).
  • Strong understanding of DoD cybersecurity cloud infrastructure and Agile methodologies.
  • Effective communication skills for high-level technical discussions.
  • Ability to work professionally across various DoD and foreign military levels.
  • Relevant certification such as CISM, CISSP, or others listed.

Responsibilities

  • Provide expert support to DoD programs guiding decision-making through the acquisition lifecycle.
  • Lead the development of system security documents like Security Management Plans and Risk Analyses.
  • Manage Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation and maintain compliance.
  • Administer eMASS system packages effectively for cybersecurity management.
  • Assess system vulnerabilities and recommend security configurations to mitigate risks.
  • Support cross-domain solutions and compliance with NSA approval processes.
  • Conduct training programs to enhance cybersecurity awareness across teams.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on critical Air Force ISR SOF programs.
  • Involvement in projects with national security significance.
  • Networking and collaboration with government and industry stakeholders.
  • Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
Full Job Description
DCS has an exciting opportunity for a Cybersecurity Principal to support the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/ISR SOF (AFLCMC/HB). The Air Force Program Execution Office for Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Special Operations (PEO ISR SOF) has the collective Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) mission responsibility to manage and execute the modernization, development, testing, production, fielding, and sustainment of the ISR SOF portfolio, which includes over 200 programs for the United States Air Force (USAF) and foreign allies. AFLCMC/PEO ISR SOF is headquartered at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, OH with geographically separated operating units CONUS and OCONUS. This position supports the AWACS (E3) and Wedgetail (E7) Division; AFLMC (WIW). The WIW Division located at Tinker AFB (OK), and Hanscom AFB (MA), with dispersed support at Eglin AFB, Seattle WA, San Antonio TX and several OCONUS positions.

Essential Job Functions:

In this Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) role, you will provide expert-level support to Department of Defense (DoD) programs by assisting government leadership with decision-making, planning, and execution throughout the acquisition lifecycle. You will apply your technical and/or professional expertise to ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations, contribute to mission success, and help deliver critical capabilities to the warfighter.

Lead development and review of system security documentation including System Security Management Plans, Program Protection Plans, Security Risk Analyses, OPSEC Plans, and security CONOPS in accordance with DoDI 5000.02, DoDI 8510.01, MIL-STD-1785, and the Adaptive Acquisition Framework

Support system and application Authorization & Accreditation (A&A) activities under the Risk Management Framework (RMF), ensuring completeness, quality, and compliance of all artifacts

Manage RMF implementation activities including ATO/ATC, reciprocity, and ongoing continuous monitoring

Administer and manage eMASS system packages

Provide technical leadership in network and system architecture design with an emphasis on cybersecurity, including DoD and joint networking environments

Support cross-domain solutions (CDS), Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC), and NSA approval processes

Assess and mitigate system, network, and application vulnerabilities, including ACAS scanning and STIG implementation

Recommend security configurations, software changes, and compensating controls to mitigate risk

Conduct cybersecurity risk and vulnerability assessments across planned and fielded systems

Develop risk-based mitigation strategies and advise leadership on security tradeoffs impacting mission execution

Recommend and update cybersecurity policies, procedures, and contingency plans, including disaster recovery

Support waivers and deviations for mandated security controls when required to meet mission performance needs

Provide acquisition program security support throughout the system lifecycle, including source selections

Maintain and audit classified information databases, visit records, clearance tracking, and classified holdings

Evaluate contractor classified data submissions for compliance with System Security Classification Guides (SSCGs)

Update security classification guides and prepare acquisition security documentation

Advise government leadership on cybersecurity design, implementation, and compliance

Collaborate with government and commercial stakeholders to achieve RMF authorization approvals

Develop and deliver cybersecurity awareness and training programs

Support Foreign Military Sales (FMS) activities and interface with U.S. Government and international partners

Required Skills:

Due to the sensitivity of the customer, U.S. citizenship is required.

Must have and be able to maintain a Secret level clearance.

BA Degree in Technical Discipline/MS preferred.

20 years of directly related experience, 10 years of which must be in the DoD.

Understanding of cybersecurity in DoD cloud infrastructure.

Understanding of Agile methods, including CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps.

Possess the ability to effectively communicate in both written and verbal forms on highly technical topics.

Ability to interface professionally with all levels of DOD and Foreign Civilian and Military.

Have one of the following certifications:

CISM

CISSO

FITSP-D

GCIA

GCSA

GCLD

GDSA

GICSP

CISSP-ISSAP, or

CISSP-ISSEP

Have extensive knowledge and/or experience in the following:

Commercial solutions for classified (CSfC) and/or NSA approval process.

Cross domain solution (CDS) design and approval.

Demonstrated experience with network architecture and design. Demonstrated experience with DoD networking preferably with or supporting a Joint Communications Support Element (JCSE).

Working knowledge of software defined networking (SDN).

DoD RMF implementation (including ATO, ATC and reciprocity).

Skilled in managing eMASS system packages.

Working knowledge of administrating servers, system and application security threats and vulnerabilities.

DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) implementation.

Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) tool usage.

Salary Range $142,188-$225,000

About DCS Corp

DCS Corp is a defense and aerospace company that provides engineering and technical support services to clients in the United States government and commercial sectors. The company was founded in 1977 and has grown to become a leading provider of engineering and technical services in the defense and aerospace industries. DCS Corp's services include systems engineering, software development, and logistics support, among others. The company is known for its expertise in advanced technology and has been recognized for its contributions to the defense and aerospace industries.
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