Cybersecurity Engineer

Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd. is seeking an ACAS Cybersecurity Engineer to support the Air Operation Center (AOC) cybersecurity team at Hanscom AFB in Bedford, MA. In this full-time, onsite role, you will help deliver the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) toolset by assisting with implementation, ongoing operations, and vulnerability scanning and compliance assessment activities.

Role Overview

This position supports the ACAS cybersecurity mission by assisting with installation and configuration of ACAS components, running vulnerability scans, analyzing scan outcomes, and helping produce reporting tied to vulnerability status and compliance posture. You will also work alongside system administrators to facilitate remediation and assist with system administration tasks for ACAS servers and databases.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with installing, configuring, and maintaining ACAS components, including Nessus scanners, SecurityCenter/Tenable.sc, and Nessus Network Monitor (NNM)/Tenable.asm.
• Assist with scheduling and executing vulnerability scans using Nessus scanners.
• Analyze scan results to identify vulnerabilities and misconfigurations.
• Assist with compliance assessments against DoW standards and internal security policies.
• Generate reports covering vulnerability status, compliance posture, and remediation progress.
• Collaborate with system administrators to support vulnerability remediation efforts.
• Assist with system administration tasks for ACAS servers and databases.
• Stay current on latest vulnerability trends and security threats.

Requirements

• US citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Level Clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in cybersecurity or a related field.
• IAM Level III Certification (Certified Information Systems Security Professional / Certified Information Security Officer).
• Basic understanding of networking concepts and protocols.
• Familiarity with Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with the Tenable ACAS suite (Nessus, Security Center/Tenable.sc, NNM/Tenable.asm).
• Security+ or other relevant cybersecurity certifications.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell.
• Familiarity with DoD security policies and procedures.

Technologies

• Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)
• Nessus
• SecurityCenter/Tenable.sc
• Nessus Network Monitor (NNM)/Tenable.asm
• Python
• PowerShell
• Windows
• Linux

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Tricare supplement
• Short-term disability and long-term disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Learning and development benefit
• Paid time off and holidays
• Odyssey Benefits

Compensation: USD 150,000 - 175,000 per year.

Work Arrangement: Full time, onsite at Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA.