Overview

Axient is seeking Cybersecurity Engineers in the Washington, DC area.

Responsibilities

• Work with the NAVSEA, PEO IWS, combat system program offices to ensure DOD/DON cybersecurity regulations and best practices are following in the design, development, and sustainment of the integrated combat systems and weapon systems.
• Support the government cybersecurity lead as well as the system engineering teams in the design and development of the next generation of afloat combat systems.
• Help draft and maintain documentation associated with the incorporation of cybersecurity requirements into the Top Level Requirements documentation for the combat system baselines.
• Assist with the coordination of cybersecurity efforts between the program office, commercial design agents, and field activities.
• Provide general cybersecurity and engineering support to PEO IWS programs.

Qualifications

• Technical IT or engineering and cybersecurity background
• Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment.
• Excellent written skills since the cybersecurity engineer develops and/or updates written security related policies, procedures, and operations plans
• Excellent verbal skills since the cybersecurity engineer works directly with the program offices and leadership to communicate progress, status, recommendations, and related
• Excellent teamwork skills since the cybersecurity engineer works in cooperation with program offices, different field activities and other support organizations
• Excellent organizational skills since the cybersecurity engineer may work several projects at once
• Familiarity with PEO IWS organization and systems is desired
• Knowledge of DoD and DON cyber policies and procedures and/or NIST 800-53, DoDI 8500.01, and DoDI 8510.01 is desired
• Knowledge of current PEO IWS combat systems is a plus
• One or more of the following certifications is reqired:
  • SEC
  • CAP
  • IAM
  • CISSP
  • NQV

Must have active DOD Secret clearance.

Must meet applicable COVID safety requirements and protocols