What are the responsibilities and job description for the System Cybersecurity Engineer position at Odyssey Consulting?
Position Summary
Odyssey Systems has an exciting new opportunity for a System Cybersecurity Engineer to support PARCS program office with MD4 at Peterson SFB, CO. This is a full-time position at Peterson SFB with some telework time approved at the discretion of the customer.
Responsibilities
Duties include, but not limited to:
- Labor provided to deliver cybersecurity services is certified in accordance with DoDI 8140.02, and AFMAN 17-1303 standards.
- Ensure that all system deliverables comply with NIST SP 800-53, Risk Management Framework, as incorporated and directed in DoD and Air Force/Space Force cybersecurity policy, specifically DoDI 8500.01, Cybersecurity, AFI 17-130, Air Force Cybersecurity Program Management, and AFI 17-101, Risk Management Framework (RMF) for Air Force Information Technology (IT).
- Ensure that cybersecurity policy is implemented correctly on covered systems in the maintenance of Authority to Operate (ATOs).
- Ensure compliance with DoD and Air Force Certification and Accreditation policies, specifically Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 8510.01, Risk Management Framework (RMF) for DoD Information Technology, and AFI 17-101, The Risk Management Framework (RMF) for Air Force Information Technology.
- Direct the discovery, monitorization, and elimination or mitigation of both known and unknown vulnerabilities that could compromise the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of the information being processed, stored, or transmitted by covered systems and maintain eMASS Programs of Action and Milestones (POA&M) for the same, to include DISA STIGs and the DoD IAVA/IAVM process.
- Conduct Cybersecurity Risk Management for additions/changes to all systems via the Security Impact Assessment (SIA) process.
- Develop a focused approach in the continual improvement of processes and producers to manage the RMF packages in Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS), Xacta, and SGN/CORE.
- Design/Security Test & Evaluation (ST&E) Requirements RMF Control identification, to include building implementation plans and validation plans, assist with the entry and review of entered information to the Information Technology Investment Portfolio Suite (ITIPS), assist with the preparation and review of Federal Information Security Modernization Act documentation.
- Perform the full range of cyber security and information security processes, procedures, and functions, to include reviewing data, maintaining/implementing, and compliance notification of required IAVAs, NOTAMs, and cybersecurity posture for systems.
- Advise division leadership on architecture mitigations to limit risk posture within the systems, and representing the risk posture in briefings and slides to DoD Chief Information Officer, Headquarters USSF, and USSTRATCOM; utilizing National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) 800 series special publications in the development of new system artifacts to ensure.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Citizenship: Must be a US Citizen
Clearance: Must have a minimum Secret and be able to obtain/maintain a Top-Secret Security Clearance
Certification: DoD IAM Level I (CAP, CND, Cloud , GSLC, Security CE, CISSP)
Education: High School Diploma
Years of Experience: 10 years’ directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the functionally aligned job description, 5 of which must be in the DoD; OR,
- BA/BS degree and 5 - 8 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 3 of which must be in the DoD; OR,
- MA/MS degree and 2 - 3 years of experience in the respective technical/ professional discipline being performed, 2 of which must be in the DoD
Additional Experience:
- Possess the advanced knowledge, experience and recognized ability to be considered an expert in their technical/professional field.
- Possess the ability to perform tasks and oversee the efforts of junior and mid-level personnel within the technical/professional discipline.
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge of their technical/professional discipline as well as possess a comprehensive understanding and ability to apply associated standards, procedures and practices in their area of expertise.
Preferred Experience:
Certification: DoD IAM Level II/III (CAP, CASP CE, CISM, CISSP (or Associate), GSLC, CCISO,)
Education: BA/BS degree
Years of Preferred Experience: 10 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 5 years of which must be in the DoD
Additional Information:,
Location: Peterson SFB, CO
Hybrid: Some telework is allowed, subject to change per the customers’ discretion
Travel Requirement: 25%
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Company Overview
Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.
Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.
Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.
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Please Note:
Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.
This position is filled through continuous recruitment and will remain open until a sufficient pool of applications has been received.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Tricare supplement, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee assistance program, learning and development benefit, paid time off, and holidays.