Cybersecurity Engineer

GovCIO LLC is hiring a Cybersecurity Engineer to support modernization efforts with a fully onsite assignment at Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Hampton, VA.

• Develop, execute, and track the performance of security measures to protect information, network infrastructure, and computer systems
• Design cybersecurity strategy and engineering cybersecurity architecture
• Identify, define, and document system security requirements; recommend solutions to management
• Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain security infrastructure software and hardware
• Install and support software that monitors systems and networks for security breaches and intrusions
• Monitor systems for irregular behavior and implement preventive measures
• Plan, develop, implement, and update the company’s information security strategy
• Educate and train staff on information system security best practices
• Ensure required security features and safeguards are implemented on information systems in alignment with DoD/IC policy, directives, and industry best practices
• Apply knowledge of the system development lifecycle (SDLC) and provide guidance to government representatives
• Partner with the client in strategic design to translate security and requirements into technical designs

Requirements

• High School with 9+ years (or commensurate experience)
• Clearance: TS SCI
• Active TS/SCI eligibility
• Expert knowledge in fundamental and advanced cybersecurity
• DoD 8140 IAM Level III certification: CISSP, GSLC, or CISM
• Proven experience developing, operating, and maintaining security systems
• Extensive knowledge of operating systems and database security
• Proficiency in networking technologies, network security, and network monitoring solutions
• Knowledge of security systems including anti-virus applications, content filtering, firewalls, authentication systems, and intrusion detection and notification systems
• In-depth knowledge of security protocols and principles
• Critical thinking skills with the ability to solve complex problems

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or related field
• Experience with secure network architectures, encryption technologies and standards, application security, virtualization technologies, and secure coding practices
• Familiarity with identity and access management principles, networking routing techniques, social engineering, Advanced Persistent Threat (APT), and gateway anti-malware

Technologies

• CISSP
• GSLC
• CISM
• Anti-virus applications
• Content filtering
• Firewalls
• Authentication systems
• Intrusion detection and notification systems
• Advanced Persistent Threat (APT)
• Gateway anti-malware

Job Details

• Location: Hampton, VA (fully onsite)
• Site: Joint Base Langley-Eustis / Langley Air Force Base, Hampton, Virginia
• Salary range: USD 140,000 to 150,000 per year