Senior Cybersecurity Engineer with Security Clearance

About McBride
McBride is a certified Minority-Owned Business Enterprise (MBE), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) management and IT consulting firm with significant professional services experience that includes IT transformation, project management, digital transformation, strategic planning, business process improvement, change management, human capital management, disaster recovery, and operations. Job Description
This is a remote position.

The Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) Cybersecurity Engineer will be a member of the Air Operation Center (AOC) cybersecurity team and will be responsible for assisting with the implementation, maintenance, and operation of the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) suite of tools. This is an entry-level position that will provide the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with a wide range of cybersecurity technologies and processes.

Duties include, but not limited to: Assist with the installation, configuration, and maintenance of ACAS components, including Nessus scanners, SecurityCenter/Tenable.sc, and Nessus Network Monitor (NNM)/Tenable.asm. Assist in scheduling and executing vulnerability scans using Nessus scanners. Analyze scan results to identify vulnerabilities, and misconfigurations. Direct DISA STIG-based configuration hardening across multi-classification networks
Assist with compliance assessments against DoW standards and internal security policies.

Generate reports on vulnerability status, compliance posture, and remediation progress. Collaborate with system administrators to facilitate vulnerability remediation efforts. Assist with system administration tasks for ACAS servers and databases.

Manage cybersecurity incident reporting and conduct root‑cause analysis
Develop corrective action plans and maintain POA&Ms
Stay up to date on the latest vulnerability trends and security threats. **Position contingent upon contract award** Requirements
Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in a professional engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited educational program or at least 7 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline, 3 of which must be in the DoD. Understanding of cybersecurity in DoD cloud infrastructure.

Knowledge of Agile methodologies including CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps. Expereinece with systems analysis and eMASS
Strong ability to communicate technical topics effectively in both written and verbal forms. Technical Skills STIG compliance
Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation and documentation. DoD cybersecurity policies and compliance. System Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) processes. DoD cloud infrastructure security. Agile development methods including CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps. Security risk, vulnerability, and contingency planning. PKI management and access control.

Classified material handling and accountability. Interpersonal Skills Strong verbal and written communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences. Ability to collaborate with government, contractor, and industry stakeholders. Effective problem-solving and analytical thinking. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Adaptability to evolving program requirements and security challenges.

Additional Information Location: hybrid flexibility at Hanscom AFB or full remote capability for candidates located near secure operational facilities Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Vision insurance Our people and culture
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Equal Opportunity Employer. McBride Consulting does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.