Cybersecurity Engineer (ISSE) with Security Clearance

JOB TYPE: FULL-TIME COMPETITIVE SALARY, COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS AND A COMPANY THAT CARES! Relocation Available AUSGAR Technologies, Inc., an EOE Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans employer, is a rapidly growing Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Department of Defense, government contractor with core competencies in Information Assurance, Cybersecurity and Systems Engineering. With offices on both the East and West coasts, an inviting culture and above-standard benefits, opportunity abounds for the right individual! Cybersecurity Engineer - 21-029 - San Diego, CA As a growing Department of Defense Contractor, AUSGAR Technologies has an exciting opportunity for an Cybersecurity Engineer to join our team of smart and innovative technical team members. AUSGAR is currently seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer who will be responsible for providing validation-ready artifacts of Navy A&A, cybersecurity, security engineering and Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) on technology platforms. The position will consist of Information System Security Engineer (ISSE), Risk & Vulnerability Specialist duties as outlined below. Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) duties: Ensure that the development and implementation of security requirements and security practices are incorporated throughout the system engineering lifecycle (SELC). Ensure that engineering maintenance of solutions, applications, products, information systems and network environments minimize risk to the organization. Communicate with those at FRC-SW Government IT department to help implement and configure host and network firewalls, logging and Intrusion Prevention Systems/Intrusion Detection Systems (IPS/IDS) at the highest appropriate level of security. Troubleshoot and seek answers posed by IMS System Administrators on topics such as how to implement automated monitoring of configuration, patching, access controls and role delegations, application whitelisting and other security measures to give system and network administrators daily actions to maintain the highest possible level of security and ensure that those actions are being performed. Assess systems for shortcomings related to business requirements, functionality or policy compliance and develop and document steps to mitigate. Evaluate functional requirements and develop customer-oriented solutions. Rapidly suggest adjustments to designs and program solutions based on new threat and attack information. Ensure security components (Security Assessment and Authorization and infrastructure) are included into new product releases; ensures security (and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) fixes) in new releases and deployment. Maintain a professional and inclusive relationship with FRC-SW ISSO and ISSM Cyber Security Workforce Leadership personnel. Risk & Vulnerability Specialist duties: Develop estimates of risks associated with technologies and discovered threats, enabling organization to assess the resources needed to respond effectively. Follow systematic process to assess the ability of systems and networks to withstand exploitation by adversaries. Conduct assessments of threats and vulnerabilities. Determine deviations from acceptable configurations, enterprise or local policy, assess the level of risk and develop and/or recommend appropriate mitigation countermeasures in all situations. Assess systems security posture to maintain acceptable risk. May test applications throughout its lifecycle to identify weaknesses. May perform technical tests, network scans, vulnerability scans and/or penetration testing to evaluate the effectiveness of systems, devices, procedures and methods used to safeguard information in computer accessible media. Requirements The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Active secret clearance or above required. Bachelor of Science degree with focus in Computer Science/Information Technology and/or 8+ years of applicable experience. Current Security+ CE certification or other DoDD 8140 cyberspace workforce Level II certification required. Five to eight years Cybersecurity Engineering experience. Admin/operator experience using vulnerability testing/scanning tools (ACAS/Tenable Nessus or equivalent) and identifying vulnerabilities in security systems. Experience using DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), Security Requirements Guide (SRGs) and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) to audit and securely configure network-enabled devices. Experience building, compiling and updating Risk Management Framework (RMF) packages for submission, approval and re-accreditation cycles. Experience security hardening and auditing platforms that include Cisco iOS, Windows, VMWare and a variety of applications. Ability to remediate security vulnerabilities by implementing solutions on network devices and applications. Ability to author and maintain technical documents in support of RMF and Vulnerability Management. Working knowledge of scripting/programming languages (PowerShell, Python, BASH). Operational knowledge and experience with switches/routers/firewalls. Fundamental knowledge of DoD IA Vulnerability Management Processes (IAVMs). Fundamental knowledge of DISA Enterprise Mission Support Service (eMASS). Employ strong written and verbal communication skills to advise various levels of technology stakeholders, program initiatives and accrediting authorities on security requirements and cybersecurity trends and solutions to include risk assessments and mitigations. Be able to utilize Agile and collaboration tools, such as JIRA. An essential qualification for this position is successfully obtaining a Secret security clearance issued by the Federal Government, which may require successful completion of a background check. AUSGAR Technologies, Inc.is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. AUSGAR Technologies, Inc.is committed to engaging in affirmative action to increase employment opportunities for females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. 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Created: 2025-11-15