Security Systems Engineer; CMMC

*** We are unable to work with 3rd-party or corp-to-corp candidates for this position***

*** Must be authorized to work in the US***

As a security systems engineer, you must be a technically strong individual who is a US Person with a passion for cybersecurity and a desire to make a tangible impact. In this role you will be responsible for deployment and maintaining our Gov Secure Chambers, ensuring compliance with the latest CMMC L2 rules built around the NIST 800-171 Controls.

• Overall responsibility – Engage with internal stakeholders, deploy and support highly secure system environments
• Automate systems and support functions
• Lead efforts to maintain and improve secure chambers to meet and exceed Industry security standards
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure all security measures are up-to-date
• Provide expert guidance on ITAR, CUI and EAR compliance to internal stakeholders, ensuring that all aspects of the infrastructure adhere to the necessary standards
• Stay updated on the latest developments in CMMC and other relevant cybersecurity frameworks to proactively address any changes or enhancements needed.

Required technical experience minimums

• Experience with the fundamentals of Linux / Windows administration and scripting languages (e.g Shell scripts, Python)
• Familiarity with using virtualization technologies like VMware and Proxmox
• 8+ years of IT work experience managing information security and complex network and information security appliances as a Network Security Administrator, Specialist, or Engineer
• Certified CMMC Professional (CCP) certification is a plus
• 3 years’ experience working in enterprise virtualization platforms for on-prem cloud solutions like Proxmox , Open Stack
• 3 years' experience working with infrastructure monitoring services including Prometheus/Grafana, open-source systems metrics (such as Zabbix or Check Mk), experience with security tooling for vulnerability scanning and penetration testing
• 3+ years’ experience working with Service Now ticketing systems
• 5+ years working with Jira project tracking

Required work & industry experience

• Extensive experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on maintaining secure environments compliant with CMMC standards.
• Strong understanding of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework and its application in a global organization.
• Have worked in architecting solutions with securing highly sensitive data
• Proven ability to conduct thorough security assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical requirements into actionable plans.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence.
• Experience working in a global organization is a plus.