• Systems Security Engineer

    EPS Corporation (Dahlgren, VA)


    Systems Security Engineer - (761)

     

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    Job Title

     

    Systems Security Engineer

     

    Location

     

    Dahlgren, VA 22448 US (Primary)

     

    Job Type

     

    Full-time

    Education

    Some College Coursework Completed

     

    Career Level

    Experienced (Non-Manager)

    Category

     

    Information Technology

    Job Description

    EPS Corporation is seeking a talentedSystems Security Engineerto provide comprehensive cybersecurity support within aDepartment of Defense (DoD)orU.S. Navyenvironment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in system security engineering, vulnerability management, and risk assessment, with hands-on experience supporting accreditation and audit processes.

    Requirements

    + Performvulnerability assessmentsandrisk analyseson networked systems, applications, and devices to ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards.

    + Conductvirus and malware scans, identifying and mitigating software threats that could impact system performance or security.

    + Support theaccreditation and auditingof information systems in accordance with DoD and Navy security requirements.

    + Implement and maintainsecurity controlsto protect information systems and data integrity.

    + Collaborate with system administrators, network engineers, and program security teams to resolve findings from scans, assessments, and audits.

    + Prepare and maintainsecurity documentation, including risk assessments, plans of action and milestones (POA&Ms), and system security plans (SSPs).

    + Contribute to the continuous monitoring and improvement of cybersecurity practices within assigned systems and networks.

    Required Qualifications

    + Four (4) yearsof professional experience inIT securitywithin theDoD or Navyenvironment.

    + Proven experience performingvulnerability analysis,risk analysis, andmalware detection.

    + Qualified experience supportingsystem accreditationandsecurity audits.

    + Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity standards, including theRisk Management Framework (RMF)andDISA STIGs.

    + Must meetDoD 8570 IAT Level IIcertification requirements (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA Security, or equivalent).

    + Must possess an activeT3 investigation(Secret clearance eligibility).

    + Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Experience withvulnerability scanning toolssuch asACAS,Nessus, orSCAP.

    + Working knowledge ofeMASSandsystem authorizationprocesses.

    + Understanding ofnetwork security,incident response, andconfiguration managementbest practices.

     

    Desired Skills/Other Considerations

     

    EPS Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

     

    Type of Security Clearance Required

     

    Secret