Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related discipline., 5+ years of experience in system security engineering in a DoD or federal environment., Experience with security hardening of Linux and Windows systems., Familiarity with RMF, STIGs, DISA security tools, and secure system design..

Key responsibilities:

Configure, apply, and maintain DoD-mandated security baselines and patches across servers and systems.

Implement and test technical controls as part of assessment and authorization activities.

Perform vulnerability assessments and remediation planning using tools such as ACAS, Nessus, and SCC.

Support audit readiness by generating and maintaining control evidence and contributing to SSP, SAR, and POA&M documentation.

Job description

Position Summary
Blue Sky is seeking a security professional to help safeguard military health systems by engineering secure, compliant infrastructures and maintaining robust vulnerability management operations. As a System Security Engineer, you will play a hands-on role in applying technical security controls, evaluating system configurations, and supporting infrastructure hardening efforts aligned with NIST 800-171 and other federal cybersecurity standards.

Key Responsibilities

Configure, apply, and maintain DoD-mandated security baselines and patches across servers and systems.
Implement and test technical controls as part of assessment and authorization activities.
Perform vulnerability assessments and remediation planning using tools such as ACAS, Nessus, and SCC.
Monitor system security posture and identify areas for improvement in hardening and compliance.
Support audit readiness by generating and maintaining control evidence and contributing to SSP, SAR, and POA&M documentation.
Assist with developing infrastructure diagrams and documentation to support security architecture reviews.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related discipline.
5+ years of experience in system security engineering in a DoD or federal environment.
Demonstrated experience with security hardening of Linux and Windows systems.
Familiarity with RMF, STIGs, DISA security tools, and secure system design.
Preferred certifications: Security+, CISSP, or equivalent.

About Blue Sky
Blue Sky Innovative Solutions (Blue Sky) assists its federal, state and local, and commercial clients with solving their toughest challenges in the areas of IT Infrastructure Support and Engineering; Application Development and Maintenance; Program and Project Management; and Management Consulting. Find out more about Blue Sky at www.bsis-llc.com. Blue Sky is an equal opportunity employer and recruits mission-oriented, proactive, skilled candidates from across the United States. As an SBA certified HUBZone small business, Blue Sky has a special interest in recruiting and hiring personnel who reside in HUBZones. To determine whether you reside in a HUBZone, visit http://map.sba.gov/hubzone/maps/ . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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