Systems Security Engineer with Security Clearance

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Job description

Position Title: Systems Security Engineer (RDT&E)
Location: Dahlgren, VA
Status: Full-time / On-site
Clearance: Top-Secret
Required Certification(s): IAM II (CASP, CAP, CISM, etc.)
About Us: RTL Networks, Inc. is a rapidly growing company primarily focused on providing information technology (IT) support services and personnel to various commercial and government customers for extended-term contracts. By providing a wide array of professional services and products, we help our customers leverage technology and operate confidently in their technology environments to ensure resource predictability, security, and reliability to meet business objectives.
Summary:
RTL Networks has an exciting opportunity for a Systems Security Engineer who will be responsible for supporting a specific government program Information Assurance Security Engineer (IASE). This includes becoming familiar with the program systems/technology, program documentation, and system architecture drawings.
Primary Responsibilities:
Essential functions for the Systems Security Engineer include, but are not limited to:
• Developing a variety of IA related documentation, to include but not be limited to, Platform Information Technology (PIT) designation requests, PIT Risk Assessment requests, DoD IA Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) plans.
• Create Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Coordinating host and network vulnerability assessments with system administrators and developing strategies to mitigate discrepancies.
• Must be able to closely support and interact with the IASE, system administrators, system engineers, and system developers.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in scientific, engineering, or computer related disciplines from an accredited institution.
• Three to five (3-5) years of relevant experience required.
• Knowledgeable with DoD security and IA requirements as outlined in DoDI 8500.2 and the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIG).
• Must have knowledge of basic to advanced UNIX and Windows system administration. Current knowledge of DoD Ports, Protocols, and Services (PPS), Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and DoD Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) policies and standards.
• DoD 8570 Information Assurance Management Level II certification.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts.
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.
• Experience with security assessment tools such as Nessus.
• Experience with security control implementation and testing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
Physical Demands:
• Must be able to lift up to 15-20 pounds.
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Top-Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for clearance at this location.
NOTE:
• The applicant selected for this position must have and be able to maintain an Active Security Clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Applicants must have a valid driver's license for this position and will be subject to verification.
• Chosen applicants must pass pre-employment drug screening, credit review, and a criminal background check.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, Females/Minority/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin

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