Senior Cyber Assessment Engineer

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

Battelle’s Cyber Business Unit is seeking a Senior Cyber Assessment Engineer to lead the Cybersecurity Assessments of Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). As a team member on Mission Focus Tool’s Cyber Architecture & Advisory Services you will provide advanced information assurance (IA) solutions to our government and commercial clients.

This position is located at Battelle Chantilly, VA, Battelle Crystal City Office, DHS St. Elizabeth’s Campus, Washington DC, and remote locations. Compensation will be based on qualifications and experience. A full benefits package will be provided. The selected candidate will be expected to travel up to 5% of the time. This position is contingent upon program award.

Responsibilities

Primary job responsibilities:

• Provide technical program management for cyber physical assessments

• Lead and participate in Cyber assessments of Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS)

• Manage Hardware assessment, network communication analysis, Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) Research, Electromagnetic Spectrum performance analysis

• Manage the development of Cyber Assessment Reports, associated deliverables, and official correspondence

• Manage full lifecycle Cyber Assessment Process deliverables: Test Plans, Test Readiness Reviews (TRR), Cyber Assessment Reports, Cyber Assessment Policies and Procedures, vulnerability analysis, and risk management, and Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms).

• Serve as trusted partner and Subject Matter Expert for Senior Federal Program Managers.

• Brief Senior Federal Executive Leadership on Cyber Assessment Reports and recommended remediation.

• Develop and deliver security policy white papers and briefings

• Provide research and analysis of latest information technology security trends

Additional job responsibilities:

• Evaluate and analyze leading edge security technologies to be implemented to improve the organization’s security posture.

• Work with research and development (R&D) organizations to define requirements to design and develop leading-edge security solutions.

• Collaborate with fellow Cyber Security Practice Team Members both locally and across the Cyber Security Practice in the full-lifecycle development and delivery of security technology solutions.

• Actively contribute to the Battelle Cyber process improvement initiatives

• Actively participate in leading edge cyber security conferences, working groups and training

• Actively participate in Cyber Security Practice “Solving the Toughest Security Problems” expert group

Key Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen

• Active DoD SECRET Clearance or DHS “Enter on Duty” (EOD) or “Full Suitability Approval” (FSA) Background Investigation status.

• 10+ years IT experience with at least 4+ years of that experience in information assurance and IT security

• Bachelors Degree (BS/BA)

• Certified Information Systems Professional (CISSP)

• Motivated self-starter who requires minimal supervision and oversight

• Strong organizational, and time management skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines

• Strong Analytical and Writing skills with history of producing quality technical documentation

• Proven experience working in collaborative sessions demonstrating strong verbal and written communication skills along with tactful negotiation skills

• Experience and expertise in Cyber Physical Systems Assessment, Project Management, Systems and Security Engineering, Cyber Security, Requirements Elicitation, Customer Service & Delivery

• Proven knowledge of NIST 800-53 rev3 Operation, Technical, and Managerial Controls, IT, IA and physical security concepts and principles

• Experience with Windows and Linux configuration STIG hardening, DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), implementation SCAP Compliance Checker (SCC) and STIG Viewer.

• Expertise with Plans of Actions and Milestones (POA&M) management

• Subject Matter Expertise of the Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Preferred Qualifications

• Current DHS Security Suitability

• M.S. in Information Systems or related field

• Experience with Electromagnetic Spectrum assessment, Signal Characterization, Electronic Warfare and countermeasures.

• Experience with C-UAS, Aviation, Maritime, and/or Border operations and systems

• Experience with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to include: U.S. Border Patrol (USBP), Support to Federal, State, Local, and Tribal Authorities, Border Operations, Operational Intelligence; Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) systems; Processing, Exploitation, and

• Dissemination (PED), and law enforcement support

• Experience with IT Security Engineering in support of systems development, interface, and/or architecture requirements and concepts for C-UAS, Aviation, Maritime, and/or Border Protection solution elements; and

• Experience with DHS MD 4300A Security Controls and Security Authorization Process.

• Expertise in evaluating system and application security threats and vulnerabilities

• Experience with Nessus, CrowdStrike, Splunk SIEM, SCAP, End Point Protection tools, and other vulnerability detection tools

• Experience with reviewing Static Application Security (SAST) Reports

• Experience with Cloud Architectural Concepts & Design Requirements.

• Experience with Cloud Data Security

• Experience with Cloud Platform & Infrastructure Security

• Experience with Cloud Application Security

• Experience with Cloud Environment Operations

• Experience with Mobile Application Security

• Consulting environment experience

• Military veteran with relevant IT and computer security experience will be considered a plus.

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life

We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.

• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.

• Take time to recharge : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.

• Prioritize wellness : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.

• Better together : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.

• Build your financial future : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.

• Advance your education : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed

For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects

• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery

• Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment

• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders

• Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

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