System Engineer

Seeking a Systems Engineer to support government projects in Herndon VA. This position requires a mix of technical expertise and policy knowledge with a focus on implementing standards like ICD 503 NIST Risk Management Framework and cloud technologies. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in information system security engineering security control assessment and the ability to manage security across multiple cloud service platforms.

Work Requirements:

• Direct support for US Government priorities in cloud security and compliance.
  

• Manage security assessments compliance change management and continuous monitoring for major cloud service providers (AWS Google Cloud Oracle Cloud Azure IBM Cloud).
  

• Assess cloud security technologies for gaps and weaknesses.
  

• Analyze security scan findings and perform risk analysis.
  

• Review cloud security evidence packages for accuracy and completeness.
  

• Collaborate on cloud infrastructure security assessments.
  

• Advise on cloud security services and document risk mitigation procedures.
  

• Facilitate technical exchange meetings (TEMs) with cloud service providers.
  

Requirements

Required Skills and Experience:

• Experience facilitating TEMs and maintaining A&A packages as per industry standards.
  

• Expertise in cloud technology design and implementation across major platforms.
  

• Proficiency in continuous monitoring and scan analysis using tools like Rapid 7 Nessus Qualys.
  

• Knowledge of compliance tools (Xacta 360 Risk Vision RSA Archer) and NIST RMF.
  

• Experience in information system security engineering and security control assessments.
  

Highly Desired:

• Experience with Sponsor or IC element A&A processes.
  

• Experience in cloud security A&A documentation.
  

• Skills in identifying and implementing security controls.
  

• Experience working in Xacta 360.
  

Benefits

Paid Time and Flexibility

• Paid Time Off (PTO): Enjoy up to 10 paid days off plus an additional 5 floating days each year offering flexibility and worklife balance.
  

• Holidays: Benefit from 11 paid holidays with the option to use flex time instead accommodating personal preferences and needs.
  

• Flexibility in Work Hours: Tailored to support worklife balance enhancing employee satisfaction and productivity.
  

Financial and Retirement Benefits

• BiMonthly Payroll: Consistent and reliable pay schedule ensuring financial stability.
  

• Retirement Savings Plan (401k): A partnership with one of the top retirement plan providers in the U.S. featuring a guaranteed 3% match fostering longterm financial security. Eligibility criteria include being 21 years or older with plan participation starting after 3 months of employment.
  

• Performance and Recognition Awards: Quarterly individual or companywide awards acknowledging and rewarding excellence.
  

Health and Wellness

• UnitedHealthcare PPO Plan: Comprehensive national coverage including medical dental vision and Health Savings Account (HSA) options. Coverage begins on the first of the month following your start date. Enrollment must be completed within 30 days of starting to avoid waiting for the annual enrollment period in October.
  

Career Development and Commuter Support

• Career Advancement: Offers reimbursement for tuition and training essential for career growth promoting continuous learning and development.
  

• Commuter Benefits: A $150 monthly contribution towards parking expenses easing the commute. Receipts are required by the 25th of each month with reimbursements processed in the following payroll.
  

Bonus Programs

• PerformanceBased Bonuses: Projectspecific bonuses that reward individual contributions to the companys success.
  

• Annual CompanyWide Bonus: Reflects the companys overall performance sharing success across the team.