Systems Security Engineer

Company: Elder Research
Location: Washington
Posted on: April 19, 2025

Job Description:

Career Opportunities with Elder ResearchA great place to work.Careers At Elder ResearchCurrent job opportunities are posted here as they become available.Clearance Required: TS/SCI with PolygraphPeople Centered. Data DrivenElder Research Inc. is a Data Science consulting firm specialized in providing analytic solutions to clients in Commercial and Government industries. Our team enjoys a great variety in the type of work they do and exposure to a wide range of techniques and tools.Join our team and find great opportunities to hone your analytic skills, work on complex problems with amazing teammates, and gain valuable analytics consulting experience.Summary of Position:As a security systems engineer, you shall provide support to ensure the secure development, deployment and maintenance of the sponsor's tools, including managing accreditations and authorization processes, identifying and mitigating security risks, and collaborating with stakeholders.Essential Functions:

• Active TS/SCI security clearance with the required polygraph
• Bachelor's degree in a related field with a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree with 10 years of experience; or a Doctorate with 8 years of experience.
• Proven experience in supporting A&A and information assurance processes.
• Strong understanding of DISA STIGs and hands-on experience with STIG Viewer.
• Comprehensive knowledge of current security risks, protocols, and best practices.Job Specifications/Requirements:
  • Lead the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) and information assurance processes in accordance with Risk Management Framework (RMF) guidelines.
  • Ensure the secure development and maintenance of tools, including managing accreditations and authorization processes; identifying and mitigating security risks and collaborating with stakeholders.
  • Provide consultation, analysis and recommendations on system architecture, system configuration and data flows throughout the life cycle of tool development; including testing, operations, maintenance and decommission.
  • Provide support services that include assisting project personnel in the identification and implementation of appropriate information security controls applicable to their systems, recommending mitigation strategies for vulnerabilities, recommending system exceptions and/or Plan of Action and Milestones, and assisting in the remediation of risk findings identified by Security.
  • Maintain close liaison with ISSM office, with a focus on synthesizing ISSM guidance for streamlined and low-risk implementation for systems.
  • Work with team to write and successfully execute Risk Mitigation Framework (RMF) and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) to address cyber security issues and liens.
  • Serve as the office representative to relevant Cloud and Security related groups.
  • Engage with C2E: Cloud Services Providers and provide recommendations for integration with customer tools as appropriate.About Elder Research, IncElder Research is a fast growing consulting firm specializing in predictive analytics. We pride ourselves in our ability to find creative, cutting edge solutions to real-world problems. We work hard to provide the best value to our clients and allow each person to contribute their ideas and put their skills to use immediately.Our team members are passionate, curious, life-long learners. We value humility, servant-leadership, teamwork, and integrity. We seek to serve our clients and our teammates to the best of our abilities. In keeping with our entrepreneurial spirit, we want candidates who are self-motivated with an innate curiosity and strong teamwork.Elder Research believes in continuous learning - along with providing time for professional development, each week the entire company attends a "Tech Talk". Elder Research provides a supportive work environment with established parental, bereavement, and PTO policies. By prioritizing a healthy work-life balance - with reasonable hours, solid pay, low travel, and extremely flexible time off - Elder Research enables and encourages its employees to serve others and enjoy their lives.Elder Research, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.Elder Research is a Government contractor and many positions require US Citizenship.
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