Position: Cyber Security Engineer
Location: Mojave, CA - Hybrid
Pay: $140k-170k with full benefits
Day to day:
A client of Insight Global is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer II or III to join their team of diverse and qualified individuals. As the complexity of cyber threats continues to evolve, we are seeking individuals with fresh perspectives and innovative thinking to support information systems lifecycle activities. Our approach to security encompasses a holistic strategy that integrates people, processes, and technology to address a wide range of cyber threats. We are in search of an experienced professional who can support process analysis, security certification testing, security documentation, investigations, software research, emerging technology research, inspections, and periodic audits relative to CMMC. Salary range is between $140k to $170k depending on years of experience and education.
Must Haves:
- Master's Degree with 3 years of experience; OR a Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of experience; OR an Associate's Degree with 7 years of experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 10 years of experience is required.
- Must have a current DoD 8570 IAM level II (or higher) security certification (CASP, CCISO, HCISPP, CISM, GSLC, CISSP); OR must be able to obtain the certification within 6 months of start date.
- Direct experience with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements.
- Candidates must have a current DoD Secret level security clearance (at minimum) or be able to acquire and maintain a DoD secret clearance.
- Ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Programs as a condition of continued employment.
- Working knowledge in Risk Management Framework.
- Ability to interpret and apply controls from governing documents (Examples: NIST 800-171, JSIG).
- Ability to independently organize and prioritize work to meet critical deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient user of Microsoft Office
- Experience with Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) protection requirements and related controls