Cyber Computer Engineer

Job Description

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) is a Department of Defense entity responsible for research and development, test and evaluation, engineering and fleet support organization for the Navy's ships, submarines, military watercraft and unmanned vehicles. This requirement is for NSWCPD Code 20 Land Based Test Site Programs, which is responsible for the support of Risk Management Framework (RMF) package development of all NSWCPD Land Based Test Sites. All test site systems must receive and maintain full RMF Authority To Operate (ATO) to ensure Cyber Security and Information Assurance (IA) Hardening of all Land Based Test Site Systems. Systems in scope are both Ashore and Afloat systems within each Land Based Test Site.

PRIMARY DUTIES RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supports the information system owner to complete security assessments, achieve system authorizations, continuous monitoring, and configuration management
• Verifies patches and virus definitions are updated on the system using existing automated tools
• Adheres to pre-defined configuration management and change management policies for authorizing software prior to its implementation on systems
• Verifies mitigation and closure of open vulnerabilities following the NSWC change control process.
• Assesses NSWC systems in accordance with Navy, NIST, DoD, and DISA guidance
• Reports security incidents in accordance with the Command's Incident Response Plan
• Ensures systems are operated, used, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with all applicable security policies and practices

Requirements

MINIMUM SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess an active Secret clearance at the minimum
• A minimum of five (5) years of cybersecurity experience
• Must currently hold a DoD 8570-compliant IAT II certification (SSCP or Security+CE with appropriate CE/OS certificate), and IAM II certification (CAP or CASP CE) or be able to obtain within six months. CE/OS certificate may include Windows or Linux
• Experience with eMASS and/or Xacta, ACAS/Nessus, SCAP, Benchmarks, STIG Viewer, and POA Ms
• Experience with patching, reviewing system and event logs for operating systems such as Windows and Linux
• Must be able to diagnose and solve problems within a computer network
• Have knowledge of National Institute of Science and Technology (NIST) and Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) standards, guidelines, and requirements as related to Cybersecurity and Risk Management
• Have experience in reviewing compliance in Microsoft Windows, Red Hat Linux and other operating systems in accordance with DISA and NIST requirements
• Minimal travel could be required

DESIRED SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

• 5+ years of professional experience in computer design, software development or computer networks
• Experience in the research, design, development, and test of computer hardware and software programs
• Understanding of the DoD RMF process

• Bachelor's Degree (BS) in Computer, Electrical or Electronics Engineering or Mathematics with concentration in Computer Science
• Minimum current IAT I level certification - A+ CE, CCNA- Security, Network+ CE, SSCP

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL WITH TOP SECRET / SCI ELIGIBILITY

ABOUT US

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

Scientific Research Corporation offers a competitive salary, an extensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages excellence. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

DIVERSITY INCLUSION

We strongly believe in the abundance of differences among individuals. We value different points of view and appreciate diverse perspectives. We truly believe this is what makes our organization inclusive and more responsive to the needs of our diverse customers.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Scientific Research Corporation endeavors to make www.scires.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact srchr@scires.com for assistance. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

Covid 19

SRC does not currently require COVID-19 vaccinations for its employees. Pending the outcome of various court proceedings and resultant government action, SRC and all other Federal Contractor employees may be required, at some point in the future, to be fully vaccinated subject to accommodations for valid medical or religious reasons. Please visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/ to read more about the Federal Government's current position on COVID-19 vaccines for Federal Contractor employees.

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