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Assesses security controls to preserve the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information systems. Supports a Linux- based development team by assessing the systems for security vulnerabilities and provides direction based on risk assessment. Provides security engineering expertise to develop security documentation packages consistent with federal requirements, specifically the DOD 8500 series, NIST SP 800-53 and ICD 503. Performs assessment and authorization activities with government authorities and certification agents to obtain official Authorization to Operate (ATO) or Interim Authorization to Test on Enterprise and Platform IT (PIT) systems.
System Engineer – Cyber Security Duties May Include:
• Evaluating requirements, selecting security controls, reviewing installation procedures.
• Identify technological and functional risks inherent in system functionality, system exposure, and data sensitivity to determine the required security controls.
• Tailoring and configuring security controls for specific product use, security assessment plan preparation, test procedure preparation, test execution and reporting.
• Performing security vulnerability assessments using Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), and performing SCAP security assessment/configuration.
• Provides support as the technical interface with customers, vendors, suppliers, and internal organization for related issues. Identify issues and recommend solutions.
• Conducting verification and validation of test procedures and script changes.
