Cyber Security Lead

Posted:
8/11/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
California, United States ⋅ San Diego, California, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
IT & Security

Cyber Security Lead

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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CACI delivers industry leading Signals Intelligence exploitation and Electronic Warfare (SIGINT/EW) products that enable our nation’s tactical warfighters to effectively utilize distributed grids of networked sensors, assets, and platforms to perform a variety of critical national security driven missions.

What You’ll Get to Do:  

CACI is seeking a Cyber Security professional with experience fulfilling customer requirements for system security posture assessment, certification process execution, and continuous monitoring to work as part of a team in a government lab supporting CACI products. The successful candidate will work with CACI team members and government personnel to assess cyber security posture on new and existing systems, work with system owners to resolve/mitigate findings, and help maintain systems. Provide Cybersecurity support and expertise to DCGS-N Cloud engineers and integration engineers including guidance and best practices. Conduct ISSO tasks for obtaining Authorization to Operate (ATO) for the Navy's Distributed Common Ground System (DCGS-N).

Office location for this opportunity is in:

San Diego, CA

More About this Role:

  • Collaborate with system integrators and administrators to harden information systems to the required acceptable level.
  • Provide full Assessment & Authorization (A&A) support and technical security guidance in all phases of the system accreditation process and/or Risk Management Framework (RMF)
  • Conduct security review of information security plans for networks and information systems
  • Conduct the research and identify security vulnerabilities and provide guidance to mitigate risks to information systems undergoing the A&A process
  • Conduct system security assessments and provide corrective actions
  • Review and analyze systems architecture diagrams and networks
  • Convey knowledge and security focused comprehensive solutions to technically complex systems and challenges

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:  

Education and Clearance:  

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information technology and/or information systems related discipline desired (will consider experience in lieu of degree) and 5 or more years of experience
  • Must have an active Top Secret/SCI clearance to start

Experience:

  • Strong background in Information Technology processes and/or systems administration
  • 5+ years recent experience generating and implementing System Security Accreditation/ICD 503 packages for DoD and/or IC Customers
  • 5+ years recent experience establishing security processes, practices and principles for SECRET or TS/SCI communication network connected systems
  • 5+ years recent experience with NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and FISMA requirements

Required Skills:

  • RMF Working knowledge
  • Windows and Linux working knowledge
  • Understanding of networking concepts
  • Experience troubleshooting networks and authentication issues
  • 8570.01 Compliant: Security+ or equivalent
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as part of a team
  • Ability to work in a dynamic environment
  • US Citizenship is required

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:  

  • DCGS-N technical experience
  • FADE technical experience
  • Experience with containerization and orchestration
  • Excellent verbal and written communications for technical and security related topics
  • Experience with eMASS/XACTA
  • Use of network security vulnerability assessment tools including ACAS - NESSUS, SCAP, and HBSS
  • Knowledge of DoD/IC Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) and Configuration Management processes
  • Desired Certifications: CISSP, AWS Certifications, Linux OS Certifications

What We can Offer You:

  • We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post
  • Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives
  • We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities
  • We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities
  • For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.

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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.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$90,300 - 189,600 USD

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.