Cybersecurity Engineer – DoD cATO Integrator

We are seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Engineer to assist our client in designing and integrating Continuous Authorization to Operate (cATO) workflows and processes into their Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) software development pipeline. The role will be performed within a software factory environment leveraging containerized cloud solutions on AWS and/or Azure with all work framed under Department of Defense (DoD) cATO policies and process guides. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in cybersecurity cloud security and DevSecOps practices to ensure continuous compliance and security within the clients development lifecycle.

Position Title: Cybersecurity Engineer - DoD cATO Integrator

Clearance: Secret

Location: Alexandria VA or Kearneysville location/Hybrid

Key Responsibilities

• Integrate DoD cATO workflows into CI/CD DevSecOps pipelines.
• Automate security testing (SAST/DAST/SCA) supply chain validation and IaC compliance.
• Secure cloud and container environments (AWS/Azure Docker Kubernetes).
• Support RMF SA&A / ATO documentation assessments and artifact development.
• Implement continuous monitoring active cyber defense and Zero Trust principles.
• Support data fabric/data mesh security design and deployment strategies.
• Provide team training on DoD DevSecOps cATO and secure software development practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity Information Technology Computer Science or related field. Experience will be considered in lieu of degree for candidates with 11 years of experience.
• 7 years of experience in cybersecurity assessment and/or cybersecurity engineering roles.
• One or more of the following certifications: CISSP CISM GSLC
• Experience integrating security assessments and processes withing DoD DevSecOps pipelines and/or software factories.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes Docker and cloud security (AWS/Azure).
• Strong knowledge of RMF DODI 8510.01 NIST 800-53 SSDF (NIST 800-218) and DoD cATO policies and CONOPS.
• Proficiency with automation and security tools (Terraform Ansible Trivy Fortify SonarQube Anchore etc.).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced modernized DevSecOps environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with DoD Software Factories or DSOP environments.
• Familiarity with SBOM generation data fabric architectures or policy-as-code tools.

OneZero Solutions LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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