12+ years' experience in cybersecurity, IT, or systems engineering
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Experience with Special Access Programs (SAPs)
Proficiency in Cloud architecture and security elements
Excellent analytical skills for quantifying risk and compliance
Responsibilities
Integrate cybersecurity requirements into system design and engineering processes
Develop and maintain system security artifacts and documentation
Perform security engineering analyses including threat modeling and vulnerability assessments
Select and implement security controls per NIST and organizational frameworks
Communicate risk analysis and mitigation strategies
Conduct continuous monitoring to ensure compliance with security authorization
Collaborate with teams to remediate vulnerabilities and ensure secure configurations
Benefits
Opportunity to work on national security systems
Engagement in cutting-edge cloud technologies
Support for professional development through certifications
Collaborative work environment with experienced security professionals
Full Job Description
MTSI is seeking a IT Modernization Information Systems Security Engineer whose primary function will be to provide Senior Cloud Information Systems Security Engineer support to the government program manager to
Your essential job functions will include but may not be limited to:
Integrate cybersecurity requirements into system architecture, design, and engineering processes from concept through deployment
Develop and maintain system security artifacts including Security Plans, Security Controls Traceability matrices, architectural diagrams, and engineering documentation
Perform security engineering analyses, including threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and security impact analyses of proposed changes
Select, tailor, and implement security controls aligned with NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, the Joint Special Access Program (SAP) Implementation Guide, and/or applicable organizational frameworks
Communicate risk analysis associated with engineered solutions including mitigation strategies, residual risk and risk-benefit recommendations
Perform requirements analysis, design, and integration for complex software applications and collaboration infrastructures
Participate in the change management process, including submitting and reviewing Change Requests (CRs) and assisting in the assessment of security impact of proposed changes
Create and maintain information system security documentation, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and provide guidance on active Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M)
Conduct periodic and continuous monitoring of the system, procedures, and documentation to ensure compliance with the authorization
Collaborate with ISSOs, system administrators, and development teams to remediate vulnerabilities and ensure secure system configurations
Communicate with multiple systems owners to address security relevant design and integration requirements for hybrid systems
Evaluate cloud supporting technologies in areas of encryption, identity and access control, boundary protection, and logging/monitoring
Support incident response and forensic analysis as needed, ensuring proper coordination with organizational cybersecurity teams
Support development and execution of governance frameworks for managing and authorizing national security systems
Required:
12+ years' technical experience in cybersecurity, information technology, or systems engineering
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) required
Must have experience working with Special Access Programs (SAPs)
Strong proficiency in Cloud architecture and associated security elements
Must possess excellent analytical skills and be capable of quantifying risk to enterprise systems and level of compliance with security policy
Advanced knowledge in one or more of the following areas:
Secure systems engineering practices, including threat modeling, security architecture design, and/or system hardening
Software Development in Java, Python, Ruby and/or C++
Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, cybersecurity, networking, or programming
(Master's degree DESIRED)
Clearance Requirements:
Current/active Top Secret/SCI; Current or recent DoD SAP access
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About Modern Technology Solutions
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a leading-edge engineering and technology company that provides critical solutions for complex military and commercial programs. MTSI has been providing engineering and technical services to the defense industry since 1993. The company has a strong focus on innovation and is committed to delivering the best solutions to its clients. MTSI has a highly skilled workforce of engineers, scientists, and technical experts who are dedicated to providing the highest quality services to its clients. The company has a proven track record of success and has received numerous awards and recognition for its work.
