- Company Name
- SPS - Systems Products Solutions, Inc.
- Job Title
- Cybersecurity Engineer (contingent 034)
- Job Description
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Job title: Cybersecurity Engineer (Contingent 034)
Role Summary: Provide cybersecurity engineering expertise to ensure DoD cybersecurity objectives are met across Army programs. Act as subject‑matter expert on RMF, policies, and compliance, advising program managers and Information System Security Officers (ISSOs) on authorization, risk management, and portfolio oversight.
Expectations: Maintain active TS/SCI clearance. Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of DoD instructions (8500.01, 8510.01), Army regulations (AR 25‑1, 25‑2), and FISMA requirements. Deliver technical guidance, review security documentation, and support authorization decisions for ATO, IATO, IATT, and ATC packages.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review and validate RMF packages using eMASS; provide feedback to ISSOs to meet CPE standards.
- Advise PMs on developing Cybersecurity Strategies (CSSs) and coordinate Army approval for milestone decisions.
- Respond to HQDA, staff, and field taskings related to cybersecurity for tactical and developmental systems.
- Manage APMS database, track Information Assurance accreditation status, and oversee portfolio compliance.
- Maintain online repositories of A&A documentation (eMASS, Xacta, AKO‑SIPRNET).
- Consult on RMF implementation, security controls, and policy exceptions for tactical equipment.
- Identify system cybersecurity requirements in acquisition and development, ensuring alignment with RMF, CTOs, STIGs, and policies.
- Lead vulnerability management, review Plans of Action & Milestones, assess risk, and recommend to Authorizing Official.
- Develop cybersecurity education, training, and mitigation strategies at headquarters level.
- Support lifecycle processes for information system packages, including planning, execution, and obtaining ATO or interim authorities.
Required Skills:
- Expertise in RMF, eMASS, Xacta, and Army cybersecurity policy.
- Strong knowledge of DoD Instructions 8500.01/8510.01, AR 25‑1/25‑2, and FISMA.
- Experience with ATO/ IATO/IATT/ATC authorization processes.
- Proficiency in vulnerability assessment, POA&M analysis, and risk recommendation.
- Ability to advise PMs and ISSOs, coordinate across program offices, and manage cybersecurity portfolios.
- Effective communication, documentation, and stakeholder coordination.
Required Education & Certifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or related field.
- Minimum five (5) years of related experience.
- TS/SCI clearance required.
Huntsville, United states
On site
20-02-2026