Cyber Security Engineer

Cyber Security Engineer (HITS-R)

Bowhead seeks a Cyber Security Engineer to support the High Performance Computing Modernization Program (HPCMP) Integrated Technical Services -Restricted (HITS-R) contract located in Vickburg, MS. Bowhead will provide the High Performance Computing Modernization Program (HPCMP) with technical and professional support elements required for the operation of the HPCMP Office (HPCMPO) in all phases of planning and execution of its mission, including: technical and administrative support in all areas of program activity, program management support, meeting facilities and office environment, to include a complete telecommunications and computer systems capability and full logistical services.

Responsibilities

• Develop interface specifications for use within the enclave environments.

• Ensure that enclave systems and network designs support the incorporation of DoD-directed vulnerability solutions, e.g. IAVA requirements.

• Apply and maintain cybersecurity for systems;

• Utilize defense-in-depth strategies and methods to harden systems and networks (e.g. blocking/filtering, IDS/IPS, A/V, logical separation of management traffic, content detonation and automated analysis, and DISA SRG/STIG compliance)

• Responsible for interfacing with both cybersecurity operations and project personnel in order to formulate engineering requirements, and seek concurrence in satisfying stated objectives

• Maintain a schedule for upcoming software and hardware upgrades and follow procedures for regularly scheduled maintenance and, in the instances necessary, ad hoc or emergency maintenance

• Ensure secure backup of systems and data through formally documented backup plan, accurate and up-to-date listing of systems to be backed up, proper storing and labeling of completed backups

• Possess the necessary technical skills to lead the overall design, engineering, integration, operation and maintenance of a defense-in-depth strategy for cybersecurity infrastructure

Qualifications

• Must possess BS/A degree in Computer Science or related field.

• A minimum of ten (10) years of relevant technical experience.

• Possess the necessary technical skills to lead the overall design, engineering, integration, operation and maintenance of a defense-in-depth strategy for cybersecurity infrastructure.

• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.

• Ability to communicate effectively, interpret regulatory guidance and identified vulnerabilities to a wide audience.

• Presentation and strong public speaking skills are required.

• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.

Physical Demands: • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds • Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time• Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Top Secret level, may be required to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance upon hire. US Citizenship is a requirement for Top Secret clearance at this location.