Odyssey Systems

Senior Cybersecurity Support Specialist

Odyssey Systems$110K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • US citizenship required
  • Top Secret clearance required
  • Master’s or Doctorate in a related field with 10 years' experience in DoD, or Bachelor's with 12 years' experience, or 15 years directly related experience with 8 in DoD
  • CISSP certification preferred
  • Experience with ATO packages and RMF processes

Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with DAFMAN and DoD Cyber Exchange standards
  • Provide comprehensive cybersecurity support throughout all lifecycle phases
  • Deliver documentation for system Assessment & Authorization and support audits
  • Maintain knowledge of threat assessment processes and manage relevant cybersecurity tools
  • Support A&A tasks and develop necessary cybersecurity documentation
  • Analyze and update information security plans, ensuring compliance with reviewer comments
  • Conduct cost analyses and collaborate with the Government CFO

Benefits

  • Onsite work at Wright Patterson AFB, OH
  • Travel opportunities (10%)
  • Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and government stakeholders
  • Engagement in advanced cybersecurity programs
  • Opportunity to work on critical helicopter programs
  • Supportive and professional fast-paced environment
Full Job Description
Position Summary

Odyssey has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Cybersecurity Support Specialist to join our team supporting the Helicopter Division (HD) at Wright Patterson AFB, OH.  The HD supports selected helicopter programs including the HH-60W Combat Rescue Helicopter (CRH) and the MH-139 and has a mission to rapidly deliver and field new and updated rotary wing aircraft.

Responsibilities

Duties include, but not limited to: 

 

  • Must comply with DAFMAN 17‑1303 and DoD Manual 8140.03; CAP/CGRC certification required and CISSP highly recommended, per DoD Cyber Exchange qualification standards.
  • Provide cybersecurity support across requirements generation, system design and integration, development, modification, test, production, sustainment, deployment, operations, and divestiture activities.
  • Deliver technical expertise and prepare all documentation required for system cybersecurity Assessment & Authorization (A&A), supporting audits, testing events, and coordination with accreditation authorities.
  • Maintain working knowledge of threat assessment processes, embedded systems, software applications, networking systems, and manage program accounts for eMASS and ITIPS.
  • Support A&A tasks including milestone reviews, RMF/PIT processes, System Security Plans, A&A Working Groups, and development/coordination of CIERs, IATTs, and ATO packages with program stakeholders and oversight bodies.
  • Review, develop, and update program documentation related to cybersecurity, including anti-tamper plans, system security artifacts, ISP, PPP, IAS, RMF artifacts, ICD, ORD/CDD, CONOPS, and SCGs.
  • Develop and update ISPs; analyze reviewer comments; coordinate responses; and maintain ISP data in required tools such as the Rationale Systems Architect Tool and EISP, ensuring reviewer acceptance in EISP or GTG.
  • Support development of annual Cost Analysis Requirements Documents and provide inputs to SARs, DAES, MARs, Milestone Reviews, DABs, and AFRBs (cost analyst portion).
  • Develop life‑cycle cost estimates covering EMD, production, and sustainment; produce cost products by WBS and fiscal year; and conduct cost excursions for restructures, capability insertions, quantity changes, or budget shifts.
  • Perform in‑depth cost analyses, evaluations, and recommendations; engage with the Government CFO to define issues and develop defensible, repeatable models and solutions.
  • Utilize cost estimating tools such as PRICE True Planning, Oracle Crystal Ball, and AFTOC, ensuring accuracy of all data inputs and maintaining familiarity with relevant estimating databases.
Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Clearance: Top Secret

Education and experience: 

  • Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field and 10 years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, 5 years of which must be in the DoD; OR bachelor’s degree in a related field and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 5 of which must be in the DoD; OR, 15 years of directly related experience, 8 of which must be in the DoD.

Technical Skills

  • CISSP certification (preferred)
  • Experience with ATO packages and RMF

Interpersonal Skills

  • Effective communication and the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly.
  • Strong collaboration skills for working across multidisciplinary teams and with government stakeholders.
  • Adaptability and professionalism in fast‑paced, evolving program environments.
  • Proactive problem‑solving and the ability to build positive, solutions‑focused relationships.

Additional Information

Location: Wright Patterson AFB, OH

Travel: 10%

Remote, Onsite, or Hybrid: Onsite

 

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About Odyssey Systems

Odyssey Systems is an information technology company based in Rockville, Maryland. It was founded in 1997 and provides a range of IT services to government agencies and private sector clients. Odyssey Systems specializes in software development, data analytics, and cybersecurity. The company has a team of over 500 employees and has worked with clients such as the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, and the National Institutes of Health. Odyssey Systems is committed to providing innovative solutions to its clients and helping them achieve their goals.
Learn more about Odyssey Systems
Size
500 employees
Industry
Founded
1997
Revenue
$100 million

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