Cyber Security Engineer at Preferred Systems Solutions in O Fallon, Illinois

Job Description:

Cyber Security Engineer

Collaborate on compelling solutions. Preferred Systems Solutions, Inc. (PSS) is a recognized leader in providing Information Technology, Engineering Services, Program Management, and Consulting Services. For over 20 years, PSS has enabled Government and Commercial clients to achieve their organizational initiatives through the application of high quality, innovative, and cost-effective professional services and solutions. PSS provides competitive compensation and a positive working environment, with opportunities for advancement in our growing local Federal sector workforce.

Job Description Summary:

Responsible for researching, designing, developing, testing and supporting new systems, applications, and solutions for enterprise-wide cyber systems and networks. Applies computer science, network engineering, and other cyber physical engineering disciplines to the design, development, integration, and support of new solutions or products that identify, exploit, protect against, or mitigate cyber security vulnerabilities. Integrates new architectural features into existing infrastructures, designs cyber security architectural artifacts, provides architectural analysis of cyber security features, relates existing system to future needs and trends, embeds advanced forensic tools and techniques for attack reconstruction, provides engineering recommendations, and resolves integration and testing issues. May interface with external entities including law enforcement, intelligence and other government organizations and agencies.

YOUR ROLE

As a Cyber Security Engineer, you will:

• Establish and manage documentation as required to assist in the maintenance of good standing of an established DoD program that must maintain RMF compliance and approval.


• Install, configure, maintain, and document software information security products at multiple sites as required to assess system and application security


• Develop various reports and complete the form required to capture the security related status of a system. This includes, but is not limited to developing incident reports, vulnerability assessment, and standard configuration reports.


• Assist in the response to security incidents and disaster recovery events by conducting investigations, planning, exercises, and report generation.


• Research, recommend, and implement changes to procedures to protect data from future violations.


• Conduct internal and external security scans and assessments; with a good understanding of network security, system security, and application security.


• Work with operations and software development teams on remediation requirements.


• Work with application development teams and release management teams to integrate strong security controls into software development lifecycle.


• Monitor security websites, vendor alert mailing lists, and other information channels to evaluate emerging exploits. Works with Operations team to schedule patching or other remediation/mitigation efforts.


• Evaluate and assess compliance with established information assurance policies and regulations. Conduct and document risk and threat assessments.


• Make recommendations implementing countermeasures, prepares required documentation for and coordinate with senior engineers.


• Keep abreast of emerging security technologies and make appropriate recommendations regarding their implementation.


• Participate in projects as security subject matter expert and technical expert to ensure timely implementation or delivery of critical information security infrastructure.


• Have effective communication skills, both verbally and written; there are heavy documentation requirements for this project.


• Assist in educating users on security procedures.

BENEFITS YOU'LL ENJOY

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage


• 401(k) and company-funded life insurance


• Generous Leave


• Financial rewards for employee referrals


• Tuition and training assistance

WHAT EMPLOYEES SAY

• "Exceptional people to work with on a daily basis."


• "Very good pay and organized fun events for employees."


• "[I get] schedule flexibility that allows me to meet my family's needs."

YOU BRING

• Active Secret Clearance


• Bachelor Degree with five years of relevant experience


• CompTIA Security+ certification


• Knowledge of Government security policies (DoD 8500.1 and 8500.2, AR 25-2, and RMF)


• Familiar with security-related technologies and auditing tools.


• Experience designing and configuring security tools.


• Experience in developing test procedures, establishing test environments, executing security certification test/demonstrations/evaluations, documenting results, and developing reports, conclusions, and recommendations.


• Capable of conceptualizing and implementing security systems and architectures.


• Familiar with submitting IA approval packages and obtaining ATOs

Also ideal

• IAWIP 8570/IMMA Level 2 Certification; CISSP, CISSM, etc.,


• Experience working with MicroFocus (formerly HP) Fortify Static Code Analyzer


• Familiarity with Nessus and/or RMF desired.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Minorities and Veterans encouraged to apply

PSS is committed to the diversity we bring to the marketplace by being an EEOC/AA employer who is committed to hiring a diverse team of professionals to provide world class services and products aimed at exceeding our customer's expectations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. PSS is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Reach your potential.

"[This is a] wonderful company to work for and the management truly care about their employees."

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