Cyber Engineer/ISSE

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Cyber Security Engineer / Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to support the 39th Information Operations Squadron (39 IOS). This position will be located at Hurburt Field Florida and will be an onsite position.

Activities may include correlation of threat data from various sources to establish the identity and modus operandi of hackers active in client's networks and posing a potential threat. Provides the customer with assessments and reports facilitating situational awareness and understanding of current cyber threats and adversaries. Develops cyber threat profiles based on geographic region, country, group, or individual actors. Produces cyber threat assessments based on entity threat analysis. May provide computer forensic and intrusion support to high technology investigations in the form of computer evidence seizure, computer forensic analysis, data recovery, and network assessments. Researches and maintains proficiency in tools, techniques, countermeasures, and trends in computer network vulnerabilities, data hiding and network security and encryption. 

Work Activities 

• Manage Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) package: Create, draft, and maintain SA&A document
• Provide assessment support working toward an approved Authority to Operate (ATO)
• Comply with USAID, Government and industry Information Assurance (IA) standards, policies, guidelines, and best practices
• Responsible for Systems security, testing and system accreditation activities
• Apply information technology security principles and configure security settings, complete weekly system audit, apply security patches and conduct reviews
• Assist in the development and implementation of government approved information security procedures and plans for the operation of multiple networked and standalone classified computers, and coordinate government agency approvals.
• Consult on the design, development, integration, and analysis of classified computing systems with the project design and implementation staff
• Assist with self-inspection reviews
• Assist in conducting comprehensive investigation of security incidents
• Collaborates with intrusion analysts to identify, report on, and coordinate remediation of cyberthreats to the client.
• Provides timely and actionable sanitized intelligence to cyber incident response professionals.
• Leverages technical knowledge of computer systems and networks with cyber threat information to assess the client's security posture.
• Conducts intelligence analysis to assess intrusion signatures, tactics, techniques and procedures associated with preparation for and execution of cyber attacks.
• Researches hackers, hacker techniques, vulnerabilities, exploits, and provides detailed briefings and intelligence reports to leadership.

High School with 9+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• Clearance Required: TS/SCI
• Minimum Certification Requirements: 8570 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II certification. 
• Must have a minimum of four (4+) years of experience with all phases of Information Assurance and accreditation processes, securing IT systems and services using Government and industry IA standards, policies, guidelines, and best practices.
• Demonstrated experience successfully managing information security risks to include completing the entire A&A process including receiving Authority to Operate (ATO) for the cloud.
• Experience supporting vulnerability scanning tools (g. SCAP, ACAS, HBSS)
• Experience performing Security Operations in virtual environments with 10K+ endpoints
• Working knowledge of network security
• 4+ years of experience producing IAT-Related documentation and governance materials
• US Citizenship

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's with 4+ years
• Understanding of RMF process
• CISSP certification preferred
• Zero Trust Architecture
• NextGen Firewalls, specifically Palo Alto
• Encryption and PKI
• Dynamic Access Control / Identity Management
• Splunk (or other SIEMs including ELK, LogRhythm, or Google Chronicle)
• Cisco Network Security (including Cisco Tetration, Cisco ISE)
• AWS/Azure/Google cloud security functions (e.g., Azure Security Center)
• Endpoint Device Health and Forensics
• 3+ years of Identity and Network security design and implementation
• Understanding of Trusted Internet Connection version 3 standards and migration path
• Other certifications preferred: CCSP, CISM, GSLC, CISA, CASP, or equivalent from issuing bodies: (ISC)², Comp TIA, ISACA, GIAC, CISCO, EC-Council, IAPP, or equivalent.
• Kibana and Logstash
• DISA STIG Implementation
• Microsoft Active Directory and Group Policy Management
• VMWare vSphere, vCenter, Aria, and Horizon View
• HBSS & ACAS certification/training
• Windows Server, Windows Workstation and VMWare

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process
  • Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
  • Camera must be on
  • A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview

• During the Hiring Process
  • Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
  • Background check, to include:
    • Criminal history (past 7 years)
    • Verification of your highest level of education
    • Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees’ unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.