We are seeking a skilled and motivated System Engineer (CIS Security) to provide cybersecurity assurance and support for globally distributed communications and information systems (CIS). This role will involve security engineering, policy compliance, system architecture coordination, and direct collaboration with cybersecurity teams to maintain the security posture of critical IT services.
Key Responsibilities:
* CIS Security Assurance: Provide cybersecurity assurance for all service domains, ensuring secure operations across internal and customer-funded networks.
* Policy Compliance: Enforce cybersecurity policies, directives, and standard operating procedures; provide tailored security guidance to service owners.
* Cyber Liaison: Act as a liaison with cybersecurity support organizations for operational coordination and incident response.
* Security Engineering: Offer subject matter expertise to support the secure operation of complex, global network environments.
* Information Security Management: Oversee security processes to maintain compliance and resilience in secure networked environments.
* Requirements Resolution: Help resolve conflicting cybersecurity requirements and translate customer needs into secure system designs.
* Architecture Support: Collaborate with system administrators and engineers to integrate cybersecurity into system architecture and deployments.
* Performance Reporting: Identify and report key cybersecurity performance indicators (KPIs) to track system security and assurance levels.
* Testing Support: Assist with vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and remediation coordination.
* Accreditation: Support all phases of the system security accreditation process in alignment with organizational requirements.
* Leadership Support: Deputize for senior cybersecurity staff when necessary and perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Essential Education & Experience:
* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field and at least 2 years of relevant experience
* OR at least 6 years of relevant experience with no degree
Essential Skills & Knowledge:
* Proficiency in:
* CIS security practices and risk management
* Security architecture and design
* Network security engineering
* Performance management and reporting
* Experience in secure, enterprise-level networked environments
* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Certifications (Preferred):
* AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
* Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK)
* ISC2 CISSP or CCSP
* ISACA CISM