Security Engineer

Security System/Information Assurance Engineer

MetroStar Systems is looking for a Security System/Information Assurance Engineer who is passionate about network and data security. You must have strong communication and leadership skills to interact with client business leaders, stakeholders, and other senior level executives. If you want to join a company that values mission-critical work and are open to commuting to Washington, DC, we want you to work for MetroStar! Our team is responsible for providing information management and information technology support. Come be a game changer and join our team! You're a great fit if you:

• can analyze and evaluate system security technology, policy, and training requirements in support of Federal, DOD, and Intelligence Community (IC) and INFOSEC policies
• can Develop, maintain, and coordinate System Security Plans (SSP) to meet all IC and DOD accreditation requirements
• have excellent collaboration, communication, technical skills and experience
• can establish and maintain a high level of client trust and confidence

You'll love this position if you have:

• a minimum of 3 years of experience identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities.
• a Bachelor's in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business or Mathematics
• an active TS/SCI clearance
• an active CISSP or Security+ Certification
• experience with NIST 800.53 current revision
• experience with ICD 503 and 507 guidelines
• experience with DoD Risk Management Framework
• experience with vulnerability identification and remediation
• strong written and oral communication skills

We'll REALLY love you if you have:

• experience with NESSUS vulnerability scanning
• experience with Splunk log correlation engine
• experience with McAfee end point protection
• experience patching servers and network devices
• familiarity with IC incident reporting procedures
• experience performing data collection and analytics using User Activity Monitoring tools
• are customer and relationship-focused, process-driven, results-oriented, and self-motivated

What your day will look like:

• You'll review logs and scan results for known and zero-day vulnerabilities across multiple voice and data networks
• You'll provide expert assistance to the customer for incident mitigation
• You will identify and mitigate vulnerabilities using alternate or compensating controls
• You will support, monitor, test and troubleshoot IA software issues to ensure timely response actions to security incidents
• You'll implement applicable patches including IA vulnerability alerts (IAVA) IA vulnerability bulletins (IAVB) and technical advisories
• You will recognize potential security violations and take appropriate reporting and resolution measures

The Admin Stuff: In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

The Legal Stuff: MetroStar Systems is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.