Amentum is now hiring for a Cybersecurity Engineer (Senior) in support of the Army’s Project Manager Mission Command (PM MC) at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. PM MC provides intuitive, adaptive mission command and situational awareness capabilities for the command post and platform that enable mission execution by commanders and leaders at all levels to be more effective, agile and decisive. This project will provide technical services in support of PM MC’s mission to deliver capabilities across the warfighting functions of movement and maneuver, command and control, fires, sustainment, protection, intelligence, and engagement. We offer competitive wages, vacation days, federal holidays, 401K and dental/medical. If you’re ready to join an exciting team pushing the boundaries of technology in support of the Brave Men & Women of the Military - Apply now!
The Cybersecurity Engineer (Senior) trains users and promotes security awareness to ensure system security and to improve server and network efficiency. Develops plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs. Confers with users to discuss issues such as computer data access needs, security violations, and programming changes. Monitors current reports of computer viruses to determine when to update virus protection systems. Modifies computer security files to incorporate new software, correct errors, or change individual access status. Monitors use of data files and regulate access to safeguard information in computer files. Performs risk assessments and execute tests of data processing system to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures. Encrypts data transmissions and erect firewalls to conceal confidential information as it is being transmitted and to keep out tainted digital transfers.
This role is contingent upon contract award
Required Qualifications:
MA/MS from an accredited college or university in computer science, information systems, telecommunications or other related field. An additional 6 years of experience, without a bachelor's degree or an additional 3 years of experience with a bachelor's degree may be substituted for degree requirement.
8 years’ experience in DoD Information Security.
Must have an Active Secret US Government Clearance. Please note US Citizenship is required to maintain a Secret Clearance.
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