Cyber Security Engineer IV
Reston, VA, US • Posted 4 hours ago • Updated 4 hours ago
SOS International LLC (SOSi)
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Skills
- SOS
- Customer Facing
- Microsoft Office
- Information Systems
- ISSM
- Risk Assessment
- NISP
- Risk Management Framework
- RMF
- NIST SP 800 Series
- Risk Management
- Privacy
- Authorization
- Documentation
- SSP
- Security Controls
- Collaboration
- System Security
- Security Engineering
- Amazon Web Services
- Google Cloud
- Google Cloud Platform
- OCI
- Terraform
- Identity Management
- RBAC
- Multi-factor Authentication
- Microsoft
- Microsoft Azure
- Recovery
- Continuous Monitoring
- Auditing
- Regulatory Compliance
- Leadership
- Incident Management
- Penetration Testing
- Forensics
- Data Security
- FIPS
- Media
- DoD
- Security Clearance
- Information Technology
- Computer Science
- Cyber Security
- Network Security
- Endpoint Protection
- Cloud Security
- Software Security
- Intrusion Detection
- SIEM
- Antivirus
- Encryption
- ISO 9000
- Analytical Skill
- Problem Solving
- Conflict Resolution
- Communication
- Attention To Detail
- Security+
- CISSP
- Cisco Certifications
- CISM
- Cloud Computing
- Vulnerability Management
- Qualys
- Management
- STIG
- Email Security
- DLP
- Master Data Management
- Mobile Device Management
- Kubernetes
Summary
Founded in 1989, SOSi is among the largest private, founder-owned technology and services integrators in the defense and government services industry. We deliver tailored solutions, tested leadership, and trusted results to enable national security missions worldwide.
Job Description
SOSi is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to join our team at SOS International in Reston, VA. This role strengthens SOSi's enterprise and customer-facing security posture across on-prem, Microsoft 365/Azure, and multi-cloud environments (AWS, Google Cloud Platform, OCI). You will engineer, implement, and continuously improve controls that protect CUI/FCI and other sensitive data, align with federal frameworks, and enable secure, reliable mission delivery.
Essential Job Duties
Classified Systems Leadership (ISSM)
- Program Oversight: Lead SOSi Corporate Classified Information Systems and serve as the primary ISSM for all classified spaces.
- Compliance Frameworks: Develop and conduct risk assessment procedures to verify RMF/A&A safeguards in accordance with NISPOM/DAAPM, RMF, JSIG, and NIST 800-series (800-53, 800-171) guidelines.
- A&A Management: Direct all cybersecurity tasks including Authorization and Accreditation (A&A), risk management, vulnerability management, and privacy analysis.
- Authorization to Operate (ATO): Author and maintain critical security documentation, including System Security Plans (SSP) and Security Controls, to obtain and sustain system ATOs.
- Remediation: Collaborate with system owners to address Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) and conduct continuous evaluations of system security controls.
Security Engineering & Architecture
- Zero-Trust Implementation: Design and implement security reference architectures for endpoints, networks, identity, and cloud workloads aligned with zero-trust principles.
- Cloud Security: Engineer guardrails (policies, blueprints, landing zones), encryption, secrets management, and container security (Kubernetes) across Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or OCI using Infrastructure as Code (Bicep/Terraform).
- Identity & Access Management (IAM): Enforce least-privilege, RBAC/ABAC, and MFA/conditional access across Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) and supporting directories.
Threat Detection & Incident Response
- Operations: Build and tune detections (SIEM/EDR) and manage the end-to-end incident lifecycle: triage, evidence preservation, containment, eradication, and recovery.
- Continuous Monitoring: Define audit events, ensure reliable log collection/integrity, and generate compliance reports for leadership and external auditors.
- Active Defense: Coordinate with incident response teams to facilitate penetration testing, forensic analysis, and tabletop exercises.
Vulnerability & Data Protection
- Vulnerability Management: Operate and mature the vulnerability management program (e.g., Qualys), tracking findings through remediation and Change Advisory Board (CAB) control.
- Data Safeguarding: Enforce classification/labeling and FIPS-validated encryption for CUI/FCI data at rest and in transit, including secure handling of removable media and sanitization.
- Secure Baselines: Implement and maintain secure configuration baselines based on CIS/STIG requirements.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- Current active, in-scope DoD Secret clearance, with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
- Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; OR equivalent experience.
- Minimum seven years of experience in cyber security or a related field.
- Strong understanding of network security, endpoint security, cloud security, and application security.
- Experience with security technologies such as intrusion detection/prevention systems, SIEM, antivirus software, and encryption techniques.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements and standards such as CMMC, NIST, and ISO/IEC 27001.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining high standards of security.
- Proven track record of successfully managing and mitigating cyber threats and incidents.
- Experience in developing and implementing security strategies and policies.
Preferred Qualifications
- One or more relevant certifications: Security+, CISSP, CASP+, CCSP, CISM, GIAC (e.g., GCIHIAEDLD), AZ-500, SC-200/300, or cloud-provider security certs.
- Background with vulnerability management at scale (e.g., Qualys) and secure baseline management (CIS/STIG).
- Familiarity with email security, DLP, MDM/MAM, ZTNA/secure web gateways, and container/Kubernetes security.
- Master's degree is a plus.
Additional Information
Work Environment
- Working conditions are normal for an office environment, both on-site and hybrid work environments.
- Fast paced, deadline-oriented environment.
- May require periods of non-traditional working hours including consecutive nights or weekends (if applicable).
- Hybrid work in local areas is possible.
Working at SOSi
All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against for any reason.
- Dice Id: 10237746
- Position Id: 3743990011543396
- Posted 4 hours ago
Company Info
Since 1989, SOSi has provided specialized services supporting the national security interests of the United States and the security and stability needs of its allies.
We excel at providing logistics, construction, training, intelligence and information technology solutions to our clients in the defense, diplomatic, intelligence and law enforcement communities.
Decades of successful business have earned SOSi a well-deserved reputation for reliability and excellence in the government contracting industry. Originally founded to provide specialized language support to the law enforcement community, SOSi has grown into a diverse company with a broad portfolio of clients and service offerings. Our ability to enter new markets and deliver integrated solutions to complex challenges has been the hallmark of our growth into a large business with global reach.
Since 2002, SOSi s compounded annual growth rate has exceeded 30%, fueled by growth and diversification of SOSi s core businesses. In 2016, SOSi made its first acquisition, adding New World Solutions (NWS) to the portfolio of SOSi companies. NWS enhances SOSi s intelligence service offerings, adding highly sought after capabilities in data and imagery science, overhead persistent infrared (OPIR) and cyber solutions.
Whether the mission involves systems engineering and intelligence analysis supporting the U.S. military in Europe or operating bases that house thousands of clients in Iraq, we re ready to go where you need us.
At SOSi, it s always Challenge Accepted!
SOSi s unique approach to business features:
-An experienced team For over a quarter century, SOSi has delivered quality program management. We have proven business processes, corporate infrastructure and credentialed professionals that ensure project success.
-A client-centric approach As a family owned business, we bring a passion and commitment to our customers jobs that companies with institutional or public ownership simply do not offer. We are personally vested in our customers' success.
-Fully integrated solutions We do more than just staff a project. We develop holistic solutions that meet our customers needs. Innovation, efficiency and quality are the hallmarks of our work.
-An international perspective With experience in over 30 countries across Latin America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia, SOSi understands how to manage complex projects both at home and abroad.
-Willingness to take calculated risks SOSi is as comfortable working in the national capital region of the United States as it is supporting its clients in remote, austere and dangerous places. We go wherever you need us.
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