nLogic is seeking a Sustainment Cyber Security Test Engineer to support the MSEIT contract at Space Systems Command (SSC).
The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the US Space Force’s Space Systems Center (SSC). We support the Space Force’s acquisition of state of the art satellite communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.
Required Skills and Qualifications :
- An active Secret Clearance is required for this role
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or equivalent technical discipline
- Understand fundamentals of various Operating Systems
- Ability to troubleshoot problems involving complex systems
- Within 6 months of hire, must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoDD 8140 and DoDD 8570.01-M for Information Assurance
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Motivated, self-starter capable of autonomous on-the-job learning / improvement with minimal supervision
- Familiarity with Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) processes
- Familiarity in military, aerospace, DoD government, academia, or industry
- Familiarity using Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) and benchmarks
Preferred Skills and Qualifications :
International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) Certification (i.e. ASEP, CSEP, ESEP)Understanding of fundamental concepts of software design and implementationAbility to undertake new challenges with limited guidanceKnowledge of DoD mission system sustainmentExperience with Secure Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Compliance Checker (SCC) and STIG ViewerExperience with Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)Experience using the Command-Line-Interface (CLI)Experience with administrating Linux and Windows systemsExperience with Database Management (e.g. Microsoft SQL Server)Experience with Cisco network devicesExperience with developing and maintaining scripts (primarily PowerShell)Experience with working in a highly competitive multi-contractor environmentFamiliarity with software vulnerability assessment and code analysisFamiliarity with DoD RMF Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processFamiliarity with AF / DoD / CNSSI / NIST security policy / manuals and other guiding policy documentsFamiliarity with penetration testing methodology and toolsWork Conditions :
Work Model : On-SiteTravel : MinimalWorking Hours : StandardCandidate must be a U.S. Citizen and hold an active Secret Clearance. This is a full-time position in Colorado Springs, CO. The pay range for this position in Colorado is $75,000 to $95,000. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and additional supplemental benefits, such as professional development support.
Qualified candidates should complete their application to be considered for the opportunity.