Security Engineer Sr - C

At Telos Corporation, the most security‑conscious organizations rely on our advanced cybersecurity solutions to protect their vital IT assets. Our reputation is built on the quality of our solutions and the integrity of our people. Join us in safeguarding Navy systems as a Cybersecurity Engineer II, contributing to design, risk management, and cyber resilience initiatives aligned with DoD and NAVSEA standards.

Location:

Virginia Beach, VA.

• Conduct system and software engineering analyses to ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards and best practices.
• Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities by developing and maintaining technical artifacts, assessment documentation, and Authorization to Operate packages.
• Review and support the implementation of Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and vulnerability remediation processes.
• Perform configuration management of cybersecurity baselines, ensuring changes to system design maintain compliance with RMF and NIST SP 800-53 controls.
• Apply system hardening techniques and zero‑trust security principles across operating systems, applications, and network devices.
• Analyze and support interconnection security agreements (ISAs) and ensure compliance within approved Authorization boundaries.
• Utilize and support cybersecurity assessment tools including ACAS, STIG Viewer, eMASS, and Security Compliance Checker.

• Participate in the design and implementation of secure systems architecture, providing cybersecurity engineering input from concept through sustainment.
• Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments for systems undergoing upgrades or changes, including penetration and regression testing.
• Support secure coding practices and software assurance reviews to detect and mitigate exploitable flaws.
• Contribute to development and documentation of cybersecurity procedures, security plans, and network diagrams.
• Assist in hardware and software patch management, version control, and baseline integrity monitoring.

• Provide system administration support for Windows, Linux, and network environments, ensuring cybersecurity compliance.
• Execute cybersecurity best practices during lab and field operations, including monitoring, incident response coordination, and risk reporting.
• Maintain technical documentation, POA&Ms, and audit trails in support of cybersecurity posture tracking.

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Cyber Operations, Cyber Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Mathematics with a concentration in Computer Science, or equivalent disciplines.

• DoD 8570.01‑M in accordance with DFARS 252.239‑7001 Baseline Certification, minimum IAT Level II.

• Five (5) years of full‑time professional experience performing system hardening with demonstrated expertise.
• Experience supporting Navy, NAVSEA, or DoD cybersecurity programs.
• Proficiency with DISA STIGs, eMASS, ACAS, Nessus, and RMF documentation.
• Knowledge of system hardening, zero‑trust frameworks, and cross‑domain security solutions.
• Working knowledge of NIST SP 800‑37, 800‑53, and 800‑160 cybersecurity engineering standards.
• Hands‑on experience with Windows Server, Linux, and network device administration.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills for cybersecurity deliverables (CDRLs, POA&Ms, risk assessments, etc.).

• Detail‑oriented with a systems‑thinking approach to cybersecurity.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work across engineering and program teams.
• Demonstrated ability to balance mission assurance, security compliance, and system performance.

Eligible candidates must be U.S. citizens with the ability to meet all security clearance requirements for sensitive information access.

Telos maintains a drug‑free workplace and will conduct drug testing on all applicants who have accepted an offer of employment.

Telos Corporation participates in the E‑Verify program. Employment is contingent upon confirmation from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and/or the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that the individual is authorized to work in the United States.

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