Cybersecurity Engineer​/ISSE remote

Cybersecurity Engineer/ISSE – 26-006 – San Diego, CA

AUSGAR Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity, Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Department of Defense contractor specialized in Information Assurance, Cybersecurity and Systems Engineering. Located on both the East and West coasts, we offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that cares.

• Active Secret clearance required.
• Security+ CE required; CISSP desired.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field, or business‑related field.
• Desired:
  Advanced degree in Information Technology or related field.
• 5‑7 years of experience in cybersecurity risk assessment and supporting RMF A&A processes for DoD and Navy systems.
• Hands‑on experience conducting vulnerability assessment using SCAPs, ACAS/NESSUS scans, and DISA STIGs/SRGs.
• Experience developing mitigations and writing mitigation statements for ongoing vulnerabilities.
• Experience using eMASS.
• Experience working in Navy environments.
• Experience with wireless networks technology.
• Experience with Visio required.
• Ability to author and maintain policy documents for RMF and Vulnerability Management.
• Good working knowledge of Windows and RHEL OS, layer 2/3 network devices and supporting infrastructure.
• Analytical skills for troubleshooting complex technical problems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to advise technology stakeholders, program initiatives, and accrediting authorities on security requirements and cybersecurity trends.
• Some travel up to 10%.
• Remote work; must visit the government site minimum one day per week or as required.

• Provide Cybersecurity Engineering and Risk Management Framework (RMF) support for PEO‑Digital.
• Support RMF Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processes for PEO‑Digital.
• Technically implement the RMF.
• Conduct cybersecurity and risk assessments on networks, systems and applications to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Handle multiple RMF authorization types, including baseline changes, use cases, Assessment Summary Results (ASR), Authorization to Operate (ATO), CAR, Denial of Authorization to Operate (DATO) & HRR/HR.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments using SCAPs, ACAS/NESSUS scans and DISA STIGs/SRGs.
• Create RMF documentation, including Security Assessment Plans (SAPs), eMASS Security Risk Assessments (SARs), Special Access Programs (SAPs) Executive Summary, SAPs Body of Evidence (BOE).
• Document security posture, capabilities and vulnerabilities accurately.
• Lead creation of SAPs and SARs and convey technical findings and risk assessments.
• Perform detailed risk analysis, identify system vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation.
• Verify, validate and document risk; perform Security Control Assessments (SCAs) and document compliant/failed controls in eMASS.
• Assess STIGs and SRGs.
• Ensure traceability of vulnerabilities from raw results to Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
• Support the Continuous Security Monitoring (CSM) program as required.

Salary Range: $100 000–$115 000. Placement in Level I–V based on qualifications.

Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and flexible remote options. Some travel may be required.

An essential qualification for this position is obtaining a security clearance issued by the Federal Government, which may require a background check. We use E‑Verify to electronically confirm the employment eligibility of newly hired employees.

AUSGAR Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need assistance completing the application, you have the right to request reasonable accommodation. Please e‑mail us at  if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access  careers page as a result of your disability.