Cybersecurity Engineer

Astrion is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to support the Command, Control, Communications (C3C) and Kessel Run division. The position is tied to Offutt AFB, Nebraska, with the option to work remotely, and is based in Omaha, NE (hybrid). This role focuses on strengthening security posture, supporting RMF Authorization & Accreditation activities, and ensuring compliance with DoD and Air Force cybersecurity policies.

As part of the C3C/Kessel Run mission, you will perform security engineering and compliance duties across supported systems, including documentation, configuration tracking, access control, and security assessment activities. This is a full-time, salaried role with a USD 145,000 - 155,000 per year salary range, depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform ISSO duties in accordance with DoDI 8510.01, enforcing applicable Air Force cybersecurity policies and countermeasures.
• Maintain required cybersecurity certifications and ensure users meet clearance, training, and access requirements.
• Manage user access documentation, including account requests, ports/protocols, and access control lists.
• Ensure compliance with DoD security configuration guidelines (such as STIGs and SRGs) and support system configuration management activities.
• Identify, report, and coordinate remediation of security incidents, vulnerabilities, and risks.
• Support RMF Authorization & Accreditation (A&A), producing high-quality documentation and aligning with DoD and Air Force requirements.
• Develop and support security-focused artifacts including SSPs, PPPs, OPSEC Plans, SRAs, CONOPS, vulnerability analyses, and other system security engineering deliverables.
• Manage security updates, patches, and configuration tracking in line with DoD requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments, security audits, reviews, and security evaluations for planned and operational systems.
• Recommend security policies, contingency plans, disaster recovery procedures, and risk-based strategies.
• Promote cybersecurity awareness and integrate security principles into organizational goals.
• Participate in system and network design to ensure correct implementation of security requirements.
• Obtain required cybersecurity exceptions, waivers, and deviations as needed.
• Support evidence gathering and preservation for security investigations.
• Provide technical cybersecurity guidance across supported systems and evaluate system designs against requirements.
• Collaborate with government and commercial stakeholders to achieve authorization from all Authorizing Officials under RMF.

Requirements

• US citizen
• Maintain a Secret Level Clearance
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a related field
• 3+ years of experience, including 3+ years of DoD experience
• Understanding of cybersecurity in DoD cloud infrastructure
• Understanding of Agile methods, including CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal forms on highly technical topics

Technologies

• DoDI 8510.01
• STIGs, SRGs
• RMF and Authorization & Accreditation (A&A)
• SSPs, PPPs, OPSEC Plans, SRAs, CONOPS
• CI/CD, DevSecOps, DevOps
• PKI
• Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• System Authorization and Accreditation (A&A)

Preferred Qualifications / Skills

• STIG compliance
• RMF implementation and documentation
• DoD cybersecurity policies and compliance
• System Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) processes
• DoD cloud infrastructure security
• Agile development methods including CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps
• Security risk, vulnerability, and contingency planning
• PKI management and access control
• Classified material handling and accountability
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
• Collaboration with government, contractor, and industry stakeholders
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Adaptability to evolving program requirements and security challenges

Location: Omaha, NE (hybrid). The role supports work from Offutt AFB, Nebraska with the ability to be worked remotely. Clearance: Secret clearance. Job status: Full-time, salaried.