Cyber Security Engineer - SME (DHS)

ARETUM, a well-established government contracting company, is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Cyber Security Engineer - SME to join our team. As a Cyber Security Engineer - SME at ARETUM, you will be responsible for providing expert-level cybersecurity guidance and support to our government clients, ensuring the protection and integrity of their information systems and networks.

ARETUM is known for providing cutting-edge solutions and outstanding service to Federal clients in various sectors, including Next Generation Analytics, Engineering Services, Training Services, IT Systems, Cyber Security, PMO Support, and Financial Consulting. Our mission is to deliver technology-driven solutions that meet the unique needs of our government clients, enabling them to achieve their objectives effectively and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex network and IA systems in unclassified and classified environments for compliance with DoD and industry best practices security configuration requirements
• Must have understanding of RMF requirements and NIST 800-53 Rev. 5 security controls
• Performance of C&A workflow in accordance with RMF requirements, preparation of system-related RMF artifacts, system security engineering, preparation of security test plans and their execution, remediation of system vulnerabilities, and preparation of IA documentation including PPS matrix, POA&M and system security plans.
• Writing Standard Operation Procedures (SOP), COOP, Configurations, and other documentation in support of RMF as required
• Provide technical evaluation of proposed system(s) and application approaches
• Validation of Information Assurance (IA) Controls
• Experience with STIG Tools.

Requirements

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of five (5) years of DoD IA experience.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience analyzing, assessing, and implementing corrective actions based on vulnerability management and penetration testing tools and work efforts.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience with the NIST RMF, NIST SP 800-53, STIGs, SCAP, IAVAs, and FISMA.
• Proven experience supporting DoD defensive cyber operational activities, including, but not limited to, information system protection, defense, response (incident handling), reporting, and recovery.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to work independently as required.
• Active Top Secret Clearance is required
• IAT Level III Certification required

ARETUM is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified candidates will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, religious creed, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, or age.

ARETUM utilizes e-Verify to check employment authorization.

EEO/AA/F/M/Vet/Disabled.

Benefits

ARETUM is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified candidates will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, religious creed, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, or age.

ARETUM utilizes e-Verify to check employment authorization.

EEO/AA/F/M/Vet/Disabled.