Empower AI Inc.
Cyber Security Engineer
Empower AI Inc., Fort Huachuca, Arizona, us, 85670
OverviewEmpower AI is AI for government. Empower AI gives federal agency leaders the tools to elevate the potential of their workforce with a direct path for meaningful transformation. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Empower AI leverages three decades of experience solving complex challenges in Health, Defense, and Civilian missions. Our proven Empower AI Platform® provides a practical, sustainable path for clients to achieve transformation that is true to who they are, what they do, how they work, with the resources they have. The result is a government workforce that is exponentially more creative and productive. For more information, visit www.Empower.ai.
Empower AI is proud to be recognized as a 2022 Military Friendly Employer by Viqtory, the publisher of G.I. Jobs. This designation reflects the company’s commitment to hiring and supporting active-duty and veteran employees.
ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS BY LEVEL:
Participates in an Integrated Product Team to design new capabilities based upon evaluation of all necessary development and operational considerations
Participates in the development of system engineering documentation, such as System Engineering Plans, Initial Capabilities Documents, Requirements Specifications and Interface Control Documents
Participates in interface definition, design, and changes to the configuration between affected groups and individuals throughout the lifecycle
Interacts with the Government regarding Systems Engineering technical considerations and for associated problems, issues and conflicts
Develops System Architecture and System Design documentation
Guides system development and implementation planning through assessment or preparation of system engineering management plans and system integration and test plans
Participates in and initiates concept development and trade-off studies
Prepares program and test specifications
Prepares test procedures and data
Selects performance levels of components and subsystems
Directs the design of information management equipment and systems
Describes interfaces among various subsystems
Devises appropriate tests to use in evaluating, debugging, and checking of equipment and systems for accurate and dependable conformance to specifications
Prepares complete documentation of methods, procedures, and design
Supervises revisions and changes
Assists with implementation of combined hardware/software systems
Provides consulting services to members of the professional staff and to the customer in the analysis and design of data processing systems, management systems, scientific systems, and other related areas
Provides technical direction, guidance, and assistance to assigned projects, suggesting efficient approaches and methods for solving problems
Develops analytical and computational techniques and methodology for problem solution
Expert knowledge of but not limited to: application of engineering and integration of computer hardware and software, tactical networking, and satellite communications to determine the cyber security survivability posture.
Disciplines to work as a Cyber Security Developer, with knowledge of Cybersecurity Integration concepts, principles, methods, and practices on a variety of acquisition issues to serve as cybersecurity technical expert to the CISO and CIO.
Knowledge of analytical methods and practices to conduct analyses of problems and/or issues affecting assigned area of responsibility and recommend approaches and procedures in resolution of cybersecurity and integration problems.
Knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) for tactical acquisition systems to ensure that acquisition Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages are prepared and maintained in accordance with the RMF.
Knowledge of NIST Special Publication 800-53 to ensure systems adhere to validation procedures and implementation guidelines.
Skill in oral and written communication to develop and maintain the organizational tactical security architecture plan; prepare and present reports and recommendations; and prepare and update manuals, instructions, and operating procedures.
Skill in applying: network standards, protocols, and procedures; capabilities and applications of network equipment including hubs, routers, switches, bridges, servers, transmission media, and related hardware within the Army tactical network to address security plans for future systems (e.g. Cyber Range, data links, wireless internet, Cloud, Internet of Things (IoT), etc.).
Ability to conduct systems analysis and design methodologies to coordinate tactical cybersecurity architecture and integration for testing events.
Ability to evaluate computer systems design, prototypes, and computer applications from an operational test and evaluation perspective for cybersecurity to perform tactical cyber security test and evaluation planning.
QualificationsMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent related experience
ITIL v4
IAM Level II Certification
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED BY LEVEL:
III: 4 – 9 Years
PREFERRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
ACAS
Nessus
SCAP
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires the ability to perform the below essential functions:
Sitting for long periods
Standing for long periods
Ambulate throughout an office
Ambulate between several buildings
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as required
Repeatedly lift and carry weight up to 25 pounds
Travel by land or air transportation 15 %
About Empower AIIt is the policy of Empower AI to provide equal opportunity in recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting individuals in all job categories without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class or category as may be defined by federal, state, or local laws or regulations. In addition, we affirm that all compensation, benefits, company-sponsored training, educational assistance, social, and recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. It is our firm intent to support equal employment opportunity and affirmative action in keeping with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Empower AI is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Empower AI is proud to be recognized as a 2022 Military Friendly Employer by Viqtory, the publisher of G.I. Jobs. This designation reflects the company’s commitment to hiring and supporting active-duty and veteran employees.
ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS BY LEVEL:
Participates in an Integrated Product Team to design new capabilities based upon evaluation of all necessary development and operational considerations
Participates in the development of system engineering documentation, such as System Engineering Plans, Initial Capabilities Documents, Requirements Specifications and Interface Control Documents
Participates in interface definition, design, and changes to the configuration between affected groups and individuals throughout the lifecycle
Interacts with the Government regarding Systems Engineering technical considerations and for associated problems, issues and conflicts
Develops System Architecture and System Design documentation
Guides system development and implementation planning through assessment or preparation of system engineering management plans and system integration and test plans
Participates in and initiates concept development and trade-off studies
Prepares program and test specifications
Prepares test procedures and data
Selects performance levels of components and subsystems
Directs the design of information management equipment and systems
Describes interfaces among various subsystems
Devises appropriate tests to use in evaluating, debugging, and checking of equipment and systems for accurate and dependable conformance to specifications
Prepares complete documentation of methods, procedures, and design
Supervises revisions and changes
Assists with implementation of combined hardware/software systems
Provides consulting services to members of the professional staff and to the customer in the analysis and design of data processing systems, management systems, scientific systems, and other related areas
Provides technical direction, guidance, and assistance to assigned projects, suggesting efficient approaches and methods for solving problems
Develops analytical and computational techniques and methodology for problem solution
Expert knowledge of but not limited to: application of engineering and integration of computer hardware and software, tactical networking, and satellite communications to determine the cyber security survivability posture.
Disciplines to work as a Cyber Security Developer, with knowledge of Cybersecurity Integration concepts, principles, methods, and practices on a variety of acquisition issues to serve as cybersecurity technical expert to the CISO and CIO.
Knowledge of analytical methods and practices to conduct analyses of problems and/or issues affecting assigned area of responsibility and recommend approaches and procedures in resolution of cybersecurity and integration problems.
Knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) for tactical acquisition systems to ensure that acquisition Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages are prepared and maintained in accordance with the RMF.
Knowledge of NIST Special Publication 800-53 to ensure systems adhere to validation procedures and implementation guidelines.
Skill in oral and written communication to develop and maintain the organizational tactical security architecture plan; prepare and present reports and recommendations; and prepare and update manuals, instructions, and operating procedures.
Skill in applying: network standards, protocols, and procedures; capabilities and applications of network equipment including hubs, routers, switches, bridges, servers, transmission media, and related hardware within the Army tactical network to address security plans for future systems (e.g. Cyber Range, data links, wireless internet, Cloud, Internet of Things (IoT), etc.).
Ability to conduct systems analysis and design methodologies to coordinate tactical cybersecurity architecture and integration for testing events.
Ability to evaluate computer systems design, prototypes, and computer applications from an operational test and evaluation perspective for cybersecurity to perform tactical cyber security test and evaluation planning.
QualificationsMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent related experience
ITIL v4
IAM Level II Certification
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED BY LEVEL:
III: 4 – 9 Years
PREFERRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
ACAS
Nessus
SCAP
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires the ability to perform the below essential functions:
Sitting for long periods
Standing for long periods
Ambulate throughout an office
Ambulate between several buildings
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as required
Repeatedly lift and carry weight up to 25 pounds
Travel by land or air transportation 15 %
About Empower AIIt is the policy of Empower AI to provide equal opportunity in recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting individuals in all job categories without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class or category as may be defined by federal, state, or local laws or regulations. In addition, we affirm that all compensation, benefits, company-sponsored training, educational assistance, social, and recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. It is our firm intent to support equal employment opportunity and affirmative action in keeping with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Empower AI is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.