Cybersecurity System Security Engineer

Los Angeles, CA, United States

Become an integral part of a diverse team while working at an Industry Leading Organization, where our employees come first. At ManTech International Corporation, you’ll help protect our national security while working on innovative projects that offer opportunities for advancement.

Currently, ManTech is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Cybersecurity System Security Engineer to join our team in the Los Angeles, CA area.

The System Security Engineer’s primary function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting SMC and AFSPC acquisition programs. The position will provide day-to-day support for collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities to meet NIST Cybersecurity requirements for system assessment & authorization.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Perform oversight of the development, implementation and evaluation of information system security program policy; special emphasis placed upon integration with existing SAP network infrastructures

Support a team of System Security Engineers and Certification and Accreditation Analysts responsible for ensuring the customers national and international security interests are protected as support equipment are designed and tested

Support customer and SAP community IA working groups, participate in SSE IPT reviews

Provides expert level consultation and technical services on all aspects of Information Security

Review SSE related designs and provides security compliance recommendations

Develop and provide IA risk management recommendations to the customer

Provide SSE support for Mission and Training systems design and development

Assist with development and maintenance of the Program Protection Plan & Cybersecurity Strategy

Assist with site activation activities and design reviews

Represent the Government Program Manager in various SSE related working groups, advisory groups, and advisory council meetings

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree; 4 additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree

6+ years related experience including 2 years’ experience within SCI or SAR environments

DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level 2 and Information Assurance Manager Level 1, may obtain within 6 months of the date of hire

Familiarity with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Joint SAP Implementation Guide (JSIG) processes for system accreditation, along with legacy (DITSCAP, DIACAP) processes

Must be familiar with security policy/manuals and the appropriate ICDs/JAFANs/DOD Manuals and other guiding policy documents

Security Clearance Requirements:

Current Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility

Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information

Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%

The person in this position frequently communicates with co-workers, management and customers, which may involve delivering presentations.

Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations

Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer

Secure our Nation, Ignite your Future

Become an integral part of a diverse team while working at an Industry Leading Organization, where our employees come first. At ManTech International Corporation, you’ll help protect our national security while working on innovative projects that offer opportunities for advancement.

Currently, ManTech is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Cybersecurity System Security Engineer to join our team in the Los Angeles, CA area.

The System Security Engineer’s primary function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting SMC and AFSPC acquisition programs. The position will provide day-to-day support for collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities to meet NIST Cybersecurity requirements for system assessment & authorization.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Perform oversight of the development, implementation and evaluation of information system security program policy; special emphasis placed upon integration with existing SAP network infrastructures

Support a team of System Security Engineers and Certification and Accreditation Analysts responsible for ensuring the customers national and international security interests are protected as support equipment are designed and tested

Support customer and SAP community IA working groups, participate in SSE IPT reviews

Provides expert level consultation and technical services on all aspects of Information Security

Review SSE related designs and provides security compliance recommendations

Develop and provide IA risk management recommendations to the customer

Provide SSE support for Mission and Training systems design and development

Assist with development and maintenance of the Program Protection Plan & Cybersecurity Strategy

Assist with site activation activities and design reviews

Represent the Government Program Manager in various SSE related working groups, advisory groups, and advisory council meetings

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree; 4 additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree

6+ years related experience including 2 years’ experience within SCI or SAR environments

DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level 2 and Information Assurance Manager Level 1, may obtain within 6 months of the date of hire

Familiarity with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Joint SAP Implementation Guide (JSIG) processes for system accreditation, along with legacy (DITSCAP, DIACAP) processes

Must be familiar with security policy/manuals and the appropriate ICDs/JAFANs/DOD Manuals and other guiding policy documents

Security Clearance Requirements:

Current Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility

Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information

Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%

The person in this position frequently communicates with co-workers, management and customers, which may involve delivering presentations.

Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations

Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer

The projected compensation range for this position is $109,100-$181,100. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary /hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, ManTech invests in it’s employees beyond just compensation. ManTech’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections. For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license.The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. ManTech may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone.

ManTech International Corporation, as well as its subsidiaries proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, status as a Disabled Veteran, Recently Separated Veteran, Active Duty Wartime or Campaign Badge Veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with ManTech through its online applicant system, please contact ManTech's Corporate EEO Department at (703) 218-6000. ManTech is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer - minorities, females, disabled and protected veterans are urged to apply. ManTech's utilization of any external recruitment or job placement agency is predicated upon its full compliance with our equal opportunity/affirmative action policies. ManTech does not accept resumes from unsolicited recruiting firms. We pay no fees for unsolicited services.

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