FIPS 140 Security Engineer

Job Title : FIPS 140 Security Engineer Location : Columbia, MD Compensation : $60.00-$68.00 / HR Duration : 6 month contract with possibility of extension In joining the team, you will get an exciting opportunity to work in the growing IT Security field in support of National defense. The products you will touch will be deployed into larger systems and / or deployments to facilitate secure communications for our military in the modern cyber warfare environment. Come be a part of an expanding industry that is integral in ensuring our National Security. You’ll get an opportunity to learn from Industry experts work with various Commercial off the Shelf products across many technology types and be able to use your skillset in a hands-on lab environment. Job Responsibilities : The selected candidate will work on varied FIPS 140 validation projects. General security analysis Design work (product architecture) Vulnerability testing Physical security testing System-level logical analysis Product evaluations against Technology Type standards (Protection Profiles) Cryptographic and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) testing Cryptographic algorithm testing Source code review activities Technical report writing and review. Testing automation through scripting Develop applications to support test cases. Qualifications : Cryptographic Validation Program (CVP) Certification BS degree with 2 - 4 years of prior relevant experience. Knowledge of cryptographic encryption algorithms, key exchange algorithms, hashing / message authentication algorithms, PKI, random number generators, etc. Experience with various programming languages (C, C++, Python or Java) and development environments. Ability to comprehend security standard requirements and apply them to products. Experience setting up networks and familiarity with subnetting and routing concepts. Knowledge of common security related protocols and their design (i.e. SSH, IPsec, TLS, etc.). Experience building testing environments, performing testing and reporting results (technical writing). Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Strong multitasking and time management. Preferred Qualifications : Experience with Python programming language Experience with debugging (Android debug bridge (adb), WinDBG, Visual Studio, etc.). Experience with statistical analysis of entropy sources. Knowledge of OpenSSL and / or OpenPGP. Vulnerability Analysis and / or penetration testing experience / expertise. Strong knowledge of computer security principles and best practices. Strong English (both oral and written) skills. Related certifications (CCNA / CCNP / CCIE, JNCIA / JNCIS / JNCIP / JNCIE). Knowledge of Active Directory and Linux. Hands on experience using tools such as an oscilloscope, function generator, multi-meter, signal generator, etc Knowledge of X.509 certificate validation. System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan. System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #M-M2 #LI-RF1 #DI-RF1 Ref : #850-Rockville (ALTA IT)