Cyber Security Specialist IV - NASA NCAPS

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Public Trust

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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The Opportunity:

CACI’s Agile Digital Solutions Operating Group is hiring individuals to lead application development and support for NASA's enterprise business systems. Selected candidates will deliver and sustain capabilities in a fast-paced SAFe Agile development environment. More specifically, we are hiring a principal Cybersecurity Engineer who can deliver expert-level information cybersecurity direction and support consolidating NASA's enterprise IT system.

Successful candidate must be able to communicate clearly and succinctly both written and orally, and present products and ideas in a business-like manner.  The candidate will be required to work in dynamic fast paced environments that require team interaction and coordination of efforts, and must be experienced in interfacing with both client managers and system users.  

Responsibilities:

As a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer, you will be part of a team delivering: 

• Expert knowledge of concepts, processes, practices, and procedures on technical assignments.   

• Support enterprise Cybersecurity standards.   

• Develop and implement Cybersecurity standards and procedures, in coordination with Government

• Coordinate, develop, and recommend security processes for an organization.   

• Recommend Cybersecurity solutions to support customers’ requirements.   

• Identify and report security violations.  

• Recommend and satisfy Cybersecurity requirements based upon the analysis of CSPP, policy, regulatory, and resource demands.   

• Support customers at the highest levels in the development and implementation of processes and policies.   

• Apply know-how to government and commercial common user systems, as well as to dedicated special purpose systems requiring specialized security features and procedures.   

• Supports design and development of security features for system architecture requirements.   

• Analyze and makes recommendations of security requirements for computer systems and applications.   

• Support design, development, engineering, and implementation of solutions that meet CSPP requirements.   

• Provide integration and implementation of the computer system security solution.   

• Analyze general Cybersecurity-related technical problems and provides basic engineering and technical support in solving these problems.   

• Supports vulnerability/risk analyses of computer systems and applications during all phases of the system development life cycle.   

• Perform all procedures necessary to ensure the safety of information systems data assets and to protect systems from intentional or inadvertent access, theft, or destruction.   

• Ensure that all information systems are functional and secure. 

• Leads team support efforts for critical processes outside of normal hours to include nights, weekends, and holidays.  

• Ensure cyber monitoring is performed timely and cyber responses occur within established processes/procedures.

• Lead rapid response to quickly resolve cyber events.

• Communicate with senior customer stakeholders on reporting metrics (e.g., # of events, average time to respond, affected applications or platforms, etc.)  

• Lead preparation and distribution of cyber/IA required reporting.

• Will be the NCAPS program point of contact for collaborating and coordinating with other NASA enterprise contract vendors on cyber/IA activities.  

Qualifications:
Required: 

• Must be a U.S. citizen.

• BA/BS + 12 years of recent specialized experience 

• One or more of the following certifications: CISSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC

• Active Public Trust clearance with ability to obtain higher level clearance if needed.

• Prior experience in cyber and IA security activities on a large, complex program.

• Demonstrated knowledge of NIST Information Technology Security Special Publications (SP) 800 series  

• Proven ability in planning, implementing, upgrading, and monitoring security measures to protect computer networks and information.  

• Ability to apply advanced principles, theories, and concepts, and contribute to the development of innovative IA principles and ideas.  

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Desired:

• SAFe Agile Certification

• CompTIA Security + (IAT Level III or greater)

• ITIL v4 - Foundation

• Experience managing operations in an Agile environment.

• Experience with SecDevOps and Agile processes and/or tools

• Familiarity with the general IT practices and terminology

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Highly responsible, team-oriented individual with very strong work ethic; self-starter

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

 

An environment of trust.

CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

 

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$95,500-$210,100

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.