Apex Systems
Cyber Security Engineer (TS/SCI)
Apex Systems, Aurora, Colorado, United States, 80012
Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is currently hiring for a
Cyber Security Engineer
on behalf of their client. Ideal candidates will have the experience below; please note only qualified applicants will be contacted.Position:
(2026428)Security Clearance Required:
(TS/SCI)Pay Rate Range:
$60-$80Duration:
Long TermLocation:
OnsiteAdditional Details:
8a - 5pDay to Day Responsibilities:
Linux, RMF, ACAS & patch managementThe Cyber Security Engineering team is looking for a Senior Cyber Engineer supporting the operations and maintenance of custom solutions and Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities in Aurora, CO, and Boulder, Colorado. This position requires work on-site at the Aurora campus, and some work will be performed at the customer location in Boulder. There are some specialized skillsets for this role: experience with vulnerability assessment and analysis utilizing Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) and DISA STIGs, hands-on experience in manual hardening and system compliance, and a firm understanding of security design concepts with the ability to develop solutions to moderately complex IS compliance and security problems.Work Location:
Aurora, COPosition Type:
OnsiteResponsibilities to Anticipate:Ensure security compliance and vulnerability scanning/remediation across multiple platforms and networks.Prepare documentation (artifacts and bodies of evidence) to support assessment and authorization (A&A) activities necessary to ensure system sustained Approval to Operate (ATO).Assist in defining cyber requirements and design solutions, providing guidance and direction related to security technologies, performing analysis on cybersecurity collected data and test results, identifying and implementing cybersecurity design, and preparing and maintaining engineering and security-related documentation.Apply knowledge of current IA policies as a contributor to the architecture and design of secure solutions to customer needs and requirements.Clearance Requirement:
Must be a US Citizen with an active DOD Secret clearance. Top Secret/SCI Clearance is preferred.Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pmLocation:
S75 Aurora Colorado United StatesBasic Qualifications:Experience with cyber security engineering projects and programs for U.S. Government clients.Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and 2+ years of engineering experience in cyber security.Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST 800-37, Continuous Monitoring IAW NIST 800-137, Patching IAW NIST 800-40, NIST 800-53, and CNSSI 1253.Experience with vulnerability assessment and analysis utilizing Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) and DISA STIGs.Develop and augment automation through scripting or programming and collaborating with teams for security functionality to meet cyber requirements.Required Security Certification in accordance with DoD 8570.01 IAT-II for a Linux environment (e.g., Security+ CE and Linux OS Certification); NOTE: Certification is required at start.Preferred Qualifications:Knowledge of secure coding practices and enforcement through DevSecOps pipelines.Hands-on experience in manual hardening and system compliance.Understanding of security design concepts with the ability to develop solutions to moderately complex IS compliance and security problems.Some experience with Agile, Scrum, HW and SW life-cycle management, & engineering change proposal processes.Hands-on technical experience as an individual contributor with documented skills and experience in one or more of the following areas:Linux system administration.COTS and FOSS patch management/deployment experience.Strong communication skills with program leadership organizations.Ability to establish tasks and objectives and ensure the entire team understands and can work towards the vision and objectives.Ability to work in a team environment and work collaboratively across traditional engineering disciplines.Must be a self-starter capable of multitasking and efficiently managing your time.EEO EmployerApex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
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Cyber Security Engineer
on behalf of their client. Ideal candidates will have the experience below; please note only qualified applicants will be contacted.Position:
(2026428)Security Clearance Required:
(TS/SCI)Pay Rate Range:
$60-$80Duration:
Long TermLocation:
OnsiteAdditional Details:
8a - 5pDay to Day Responsibilities:
Linux, RMF, ACAS & patch managementThe Cyber Security Engineering team is looking for a Senior Cyber Engineer supporting the operations and maintenance of custom solutions and Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities in Aurora, CO, and Boulder, Colorado. This position requires work on-site at the Aurora campus, and some work will be performed at the customer location in Boulder. There are some specialized skillsets for this role: experience with vulnerability assessment and analysis utilizing Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) and DISA STIGs, hands-on experience in manual hardening and system compliance, and a firm understanding of security design concepts with the ability to develop solutions to moderately complex IS compliance and security problems.Work Location:
Aurora, COPosition Type:
OnsiteResponsibilities to Anticipate:Ensure security compliance and vulnerability scanning/remediation across multiple platforms and networks.Prepare documentation (artifacts and bodies of evidence) to support assessment and authorization (A&A) activities necessary to ensure system sustained Approval to Operate (ATO).Assist in defining cyber requirements and design solutions, providing guidance and direction related to security technologies, performing analysis on cybersecurity collected data and test results, identifying and implementing cybersecurity design, and preparing and maintaining engineering and security-related documentation.Apply knowledge of current IA policies as a contributor to the architecture and design of secure solutions to customer needs and requirements.Clearance Requirement:
Must be a US Citizen with an active DOD Secret clearance. Top Secret/SCI Clearance is preferred.Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pmLocation:
S75 Aurora Colorado United StatesBasic Qualifications:Experience with cyber security engineering projects and programs for U.S. Government clients.Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and 2+ years of engineering experience in cyber security.Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST 800-37, Continuous Monitoring IAW NIST 800-137, Patching IAW NIST 800-40, NIST 800-53, and CNSSI 1253.Experience with vulnerability assessment and analysis utilizing Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) and DISA STIGs.Develop and augment automation through scripting or programming and collaborating with teams for security functionality to meet cyber requirements.Required Security Certification in accordance with DoD 8570.01 IAT-II for a Linux environment (e.g., Security+ CE and Linux OS Certification); NOTE: Certification is required at start.Preferred Qualifications:Knowledge of secure coding practices and enforcement through DevSecOps pipelines.Hands-on experience in manual hardening and system compliance.Understanding of security design concepts with the ability to develop solutions to moderately complex IS compliance and security problems.Some experience with Agile, Scrum, HW and SW life-cycle management, & engineering change proposal processes.Hands-on technical experience as an individual contributor with documented skills and experience in one or more of the following areas:Linux system administration.COTS and FOSS patch management/deployment experience.Strong communication skills with program leadership organizations.Ability to establish tasks and objectives and ensure the entire team understands and can work towards the vision and objectives.Ability to work in a team environment and work collaboratively across traditional engineering disciplines.Must be a self-starter capable of multitasking and efficiently managing your time.EEO EmployerApex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
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