Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

La Jolla Logic is looking for a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer for a funded opportunity in San Diego, CA. Under this contract, the selected candidate will function as the Lead Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) and will be responsible for all Assessment and Authorization (A&A) and Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) activities, to include system validation and maintenance for a range of information systems.

Salary Range: $115,000-$125,000 (No C2C)

Job Description

• Leading and supporting cyber system engineering teams
• Leading Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities for DoD and Intelligence Systems in accordance with Risk Management Framework and ICD-503 guidelines
• Coordinate with Echelon II, SCA and NAO to facilitate system authorization
• Supporting offensive architecture analysis and design of defense-in-depth solutions
• Developing and accessing system security plans including, security concepts of operation, risk management matrix, security control traceability matrix, security test procedures, and plan of action and milestones
• Conducting and/or analyzing vulnerability assessments to validate system compliance with RMF controls and DISA Security Technical Information Guidelines (STIGS)
• Analyzing static code scans and dynamic code scans to validate Application Security and Development STIG compliance
• Leading and coordinating security test event teams to achieve accreditation milestones
• Verifying and validating vulnerability resolutions and/or mitigations
• Effectively communicate work plans, milestones (POAM), and obstacles to clients.
• Effectively develop system security plans, procedures, and other security documentation.
• Resolve non-routine problems with area of assigned responsibility and timely direct complex problems, questions, or complaints to Program Manager.
• Ability to analyze disparate data and produce a readable, understandable summary to Program Manager, with recommendations for corrective action, as needed; evaluate effectiveness of applied security control.
  
  

Requirements

• Candidate must have EITHER of the following options: Master's Degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or similar technical domain AND a Sec+, or any degree level or no degree AND any ONE of the following certifications: CISM; CISSP; CASP+; GSLC.
• 4-5 years' experience w/no degree, 2-3 w/Masters
• Top Secret clearance: US Citizenship is required
• Knowledge of RMF, vulnerability management, remediation
• Navy system security experience (preferred)
• Experience with developing or supporting development of RMF packages
• Experience with ATO sustainment activities, to include security testing, vulnerability remediation, patching, etc..
• Knowledge of RMF steps and implementation of security controls on DoD systems (unclassified and classified)
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Experience with traditional A&A tools: ACAS Nessus, Xacta, eMASS, SCAP Scanner, STIG Viewer
• Navy ship systems expertise is desired for one of the projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of national Cybersecurity policies, DoD or Intelligence Community A&A processes and procedures and industry best practices on complex systems
• Expertise in vulnerability assessment, control allocation and risk mitigation
• Some understanding of offensive and defensive security tactics, techniques and procedures
• Ability to collaborate effectively with higher level Government leads, managers, functional managers, customers, industry partners, and teammates
• Ability to communicate, explain, or defend ideas or information clearly. Listen to others and recognize potential miscommunications, offer clarity.
• Strong organizational skills
  
  

About La Jolla Logic

La Jolla Logic is an advanced technology and information system security solution firm headquartered in Southern California. Our professional staff has technical, programmatic and executive leadership experience spanning nearly 20 years supporting the US Department of Defense (DoD), academic institutions and the commercial sector. We are a Woman-Owned Small Business with a reputation for performance to the highest standard with a mission to pioneer innovative, high-quality specialty technology and engineering services.

As a provider of world-class service, quality work products, and with a focus on a customer-centered cooperative work approach, our staff specializes in technologies and services such as secure enterprise architectures, risk assessment and management, technical proposal and concept development services, machine learning technology, and compliance services (such as NIST 800-171 and CMMC).

We are a Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and recipient of numerous awards, to include:

• San Diego Business Journal (SDBJ) 2021 Women of Influence in Technology 2021
• SDBJ 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies 2020
• Union Tribune San Diego's Top Workplaces 2021
• Best Places to Work (6 Years in a Row) 2016-2022
• Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Companies 2020-2022
  
  

LJL Has a Competitive Compensation Package That Includes

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401K Matching
• Educational Reimbursement
• Extensive PTO for Vacation and Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
  
  

La Jolla Logic is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. La Jolla Logic makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Location: San Diego, CA, US

Posted Date: 11/22/2023