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Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

Clarity Innovations, LLC MacDill AFB, FL

MacDill AFB, FL

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$94k - $159k/yr Full time Senior Application Security Ato/ao

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Job Description

This role supports U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) from Macdill Air Force Base in Florida, focusing on proactive cyber defense and the secure operation of software, systems, and data. The position emphasizes RMF lifecycle activities, vulnerability scanning using ACAS, and ongoing POA&M execution to sustain authorization outcomes.

Role Overview

As a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer, you will assist SOCOM by driving software Authorization to Operate (ATO) and Assess Only (AO) progress through structured RMF support. Responsibilities include coordinating accreditation-related activities, conducting security reviews, performing ACAS scanning, and managing POA&M artifacts. Work also includes supporting software approval coordination with the SOCOM Compliance Team.

Key Responsibilities

Drive software Authorization to Operate (ATO) and Assess Only (AO) accreditations through RMF lifecycle support, including ACAS vulnerability scanning, code security analysis, and active POA&M management.
Provide Risk Management Framework (RMF) support across required lifecycle activities.
Coordinate Discovery Meetings for software requiring ATO or AO.
Perform Annual Security Reviews.
Attend meetings that require documentation and updates on packages.
Research vulnerabilities to support awareness within software code analysis.
Work with the SOCOM Compliance Team for software approval processes.
Perform ACAS scans on various software.
Create and update Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) artifacts.

Required Qualifications

Minimum 1-year experience is required.
Experience with RMF.
Understanding of live monitoring of the cyber environment for potential attacks, vulnerabilities, and log analysis.
Experience developing cybersecurity architecture with the ability to adapt to evolving requirements.
Meets DoDM 8140.03 and DoD 722-Intermediate requirements via either a Bachelor's degree in IT/Cyber/Computer Science or an intermediate certification.
Secret clearance is required; Top Secret eligibility for SCI is preferred.

Technologies and Tools

RMF, ACAS, POA&M, eMass
NIST 800-53 R4/R5
VMware
DoDM 8140.03, DoD 722-Intermediate

Preferred Qualifications

ISSO experience
Experience with eMass and POA&M
Experience with ATO and NIST 800-53 R4/R5
Experience with Control Reviews, ACAS Scanning, and VMware

Compensation and Location

Location: Macdill AFB, FL (onsite).
Salary: USD 93,600 to 159,100 per year.

Benefits

Performance-based bonuses
Extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) plan with company match
Substantial paid time off and holidays
Flexible work arrangements where possible
Range of income protection benefits

Company

Clarity Innovations, LLC

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