Job Title : Sr. Cyber Security Engineer
Work Location : Aurora, CO
Duration : Long-term contract with option to hire
Job Description :
We are seeking a Sr. Cyber Security Engineer to join our Cyber Security Engineering team in Aurora, CO. This position will support Continuous Monitoring and Authority to Operate (ATO) maintenance for Government-accredited systems.
You'll play a key role in vulnerability and compliance management across mission-critical systems and work directly with various stakeholders to ensure system security and integrity.
Responsibilities :
- Review and adjudicate findings from Tenable / Nessus vulnerability scans
- Assess system vulnerabilities and verify compliance with applicable STIGs, SRGs, and other security guidelines
- Perform Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) work-off
- Support Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities
- Assist with Software Assurance evaluations
- Provide cybersecurity engineering expertise during system development
- Deploy and maintain security patches in alignment with vulnerability management and compliance policies
- Administer and secure systems operating on Linux OS platforms
Required Skills & Qualifications :
Advanced degree in a STEM discipline and 5+ years of engineering experienceExperience with Tenable Security Center and Nessus for vulnerability assessmentsDemonstrated experience maintaining and deploying security patchesHands-on experience with Linux operating systems and command-line toolsWorking knowledge of NIST RMF, including SP 800-37, 800-53, and 800-171Active and transferable Top Secret / SCI clearance with CI polygraph (required Day 1)U.S. Citizenship (required)DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II compliant certification (e.g., Security+ or equivalent)Preferred Qualifications :
Strong understanding of DoD RMF certification & accreditation processesExperience using STIG Viewer and performing manual security checksIAT Level III certification (e.g., CISSP or equivalent)Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independentlyFor more information or to view other opportunities, visit us at www.paladininc.com.
Paladin Consulting is an EEOC employer.