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Lead Cyber Security Engineer

BlueWater Federal Solutions Inc.
Colorado, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 11/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/21/2026
Job Description
Overview

BlueWater Federal is looking for a Lead Cyber Security Engineer to support the SEWS program at Peterson AFB. As the Lead Cyber Security Engineer, you will supervise and lead the cybersecurity team.


Responsibilities

  • Plan, perform, analyze, and report on compliance with designated security controls using a test environment as well as Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) scans.
  • Implement vulnerability compliance actions to ensure the safety of SEWS data.
  • Ensure all Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) tasks are completed on time.
  • Monitor, assess, and report system security vulnerabilities, document corrective actions, and implement preventative actions to minimize the security vulnerabilities.
  • Identify and analyze emergent cybersecurity technologies and systems engineering methods to improve the system's cybersecurity posture.
  • Perform testing to ensure security controls are implemented correctly and ensure the security of SEWS data.
  • Perform testing of all upgrades to ensure cybersecurity compliance prior to installation of new equipment.
  • Assess, remediate, mitigate, and document/track risks associated with cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
  • Perform Security Impact Assessments on all system changes and events to identify and document and impacts to cybersecurity.
  • Validate systems are configured securely as part of testing initiatives.
  • Document corrective actions or proposed changes to cybersecurity functionality.
  • Create, manage, and delete user accounts, profiles, and policies on SEWS systems.
  • Support incident detection and preliminary response actions to security incidents.
  • Work with a team of engineers to ensure all SEWS equipment is properly STIG'd and ensure patching is completed in a timely manner.
  • Perform ATO package and control compliance reviews in eMASS and maintain the POA&M.

Qualifications

  • Master's or Bachelor's degree in an IT- or cyber-related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of cyber-related experience
  • Must have an active Secret clearance.
  • Security certification at a minimum, CISSP preferred.
  • Experience with ACAS, ESS, and other compliance tools/techniques.
  • Experience with Elastic, Splunk, or other log collection tools
  • Experience with eMASS
  • Robust understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF) security controls.
  • Experience investigating security incidents.

BlueWater Federal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. BlueWater Federal is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We offer a competitive health and wellness benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Our competitive compensation package includes generous 401k matching, employee stock purchase program, and life insurance options, and time off with pay. Salary range: 150-165K


BlueWater Federal 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.

 

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