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RTL Networks

Cyber Systems Security Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$135K - $175K/yr

RTL Networks has an exciting opportunity for a DoD SECRET cleared Cyber Systems Security Engineer ... Performing network vulnerability scans in support of Government validation checks for the program ...

Actalent

Model Based Systems Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA

$80 - $100/hr

Experience in the defense industry. --- Work Environment The position supports cleared air vehicle ... With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and ...

Biointellisense

DevOps Engineer

Redwood City, CA · Remote

$140K - $170K/yr

Our FDA-cleared and award-winning BioButton wearables, BioHub gateways, BioMobile applications ... Experience with AWS services such as ECS/Fargate, Lambda, EventBridge, and networking/security

Biointellisense

DevOps Engineer

Redwood City, CA · Remote

$200K/yr

Our FDA-cleared and award-winning BioButton ® wearables, BioHub™ gateways, BioMobile™ ... Experience with AWS services such as ECS/Fargate, Lambda, EventBridge, and networking/security

Biointellisense

DevOps Engineer

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$140K - $170K/yr

Our FDA-cleared and award-winning BioButton ® wearables, BioHub™ gateways, BioMobile™ ... Experience with AWS services such as ECS/Fargate, Lambda, EventBridge, and networking/security

NextHop AI

Digital Verification Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$160K - $196K/yr

Familiarity with networking / switching datapaths or high-speed interfaces. What Success Looks Like ... Every milestone is cleared with documented functional and code coverage - no block signs off on "it ...

NextHop AI

Digital Verification Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$160K - $196K/yr

Familiarity with networking / switching datapaths or high-speed interfaces. What Success Looks Like ... Every milestone is cleared with documented functional and code coverage - no block signs off on "it ...

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A cleared Network Engineer is an IT professional responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining computer networks for organizations that require a security clearance, often due to the sensitive or classified nature of their work. These engineers handle tasks such as network configuration, troubleshooting, and security management while ensuring all operations comply with government or military security standards. They often work for defense contractors, government agencies, or companies with federal contracts, and must possess an active security clearance such as Secret or Top Secret.

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AspectNetwork Engineer ClearedNetwork Engineer
Required CertificationsSecurity Clearances (e.g., Top Secret, TS/SCI), Cisco, CompTIA Security+Networking certifications like Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Network+
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, defense contractors, secure facilitiesCorporate, telecom, IT service providers
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily government and defense sectorsPrivate sector, commercial networks
Search & Comparison IntentFocus on security clearance requirements and government workGeneral networking skills and industry roles

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Cyber Systems Security Engineer

RTL Networks

Sunnyvale, CA • On-site

$135K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Position Title: Cyber Systems Security Engineer
Location: Schriever SFB, Colorado Springs, CO
Pay Rate: The annual salary range for this position is $135,000 - $175,000. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RTL Networks considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Status: Full-time / On-site
Required Clearance: Secret with T5 background investigation. Must be able to obtain/maintain sponsored clearance of up to TS/SCI.
Required Certification(s): IAT Level II (Security+CE)
About Us: RTL Networks, Inc. is a rapidly growing company primarily focused on providing information technology (IT) support services and personnel to various commercial and government customers for extended-term contracts. By providing a wide array of professional services and products, we help our customers leverage technology and operate confidently in their technology environments to ensure resource predictability, security, and reliability to meet business objectives.
Summary:
RTL Networks has an exciting opportunity for a DoD SECRET cleared Cyber Systems Security Engineer to help support Space and Ground segments of a military satellite communications program.
Primary Responsibilities:
Essential responsibilities of the Cyber Systems Security Engineer to include, but are not limited to:
  • Provide Cybersecurity Systems Engineering (CSSE) knowledge and expertise for the COOLR MILSATCOM systems to:
    • Maintain awareness of current and emerging Cyber threats.
    • Assist with the analysis of Cyber threats and help determine impact to the systems.
    • Evaluate how the systems can mitigate the Cyber threats and then develop Courses of Action (COAs) to mitigate threats and prioritized risks.
    • Develop procedures to counter / mitigate Cyber threats to the Ground Systems, Space Vehicle and payloads while maintaining the mission the maximum extent possible.
    • Assist with the development of recovery plans to return the systems to operation.
    • Apply systems engineering and cyber expertise for the development and implementation of mission recovery support Tactics Techniques and Procedures (TTPs) when / if Cyber incidents occur.
    • Assess software and hardware behaviors due to systems' modifications and any related, expected system impacts.
    • Supporting and implementing intrusion detection solutions and / or systems into the Protected EHF SATCOM system baselines that includes, but is not limited to, host-based intrusion detection systems (HIDS), network intrusion detection (NIDS) and / or intrusion protection systems (IPS) where not covered or inherited by DoD provided defensive cyber operations (DCO).
      • Analyzing, reporting, and summarizing DISA Endpoint Security Solution (ESS) data.
      • Perform primary operational point of contact duties for the program's cybersecurity defense suite of tools, known as Cybersecurity Subsystem (CSS).
      • Manage CSS accounts, accesses, and monitoring dashboards.
      • Provide Tier 1 troubleshooting for CSS tools (Splunk, DISA ACAS, DISA ESS).
  • Provide CSSE support and expertise by:
    • Preparing, maintaining and submitting the RMF-artifact delivery schedule (which includes identified RMF package delivery dates), as provided in the prime contractor format, that captures the status of the submission frequency of the identified RMF artifacts per system sustainment cybersecurity-related activities being performed in accordance with this contract.
    • Creating and updating information system artifacts, such as hardware/software baselines, Ports, Protocols, and Services Management (PPSM), network diagrams, etc.
    • Ensuring information systems meet Risk Management Framework (RMF) standards by directly communicating with the respective Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)/Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM.)
    • Performing network vulnerability scans in support of Government validation checks for the program's information systems.
      • Analyzing, summarizing, and prioritizing ACAS scan vulnerabilities.
      • Routinely review and work with fellow LM CSSEs and the gov't ISSO and ISSM to prioritize cyber findings and engineering remediations.
    • Support the baselining of STIG scans for Operating Systems, COTS products, and other systems/services.
      • Support ongoing security accreditation engineering artifact update activities.
    • Delivering fully tested vulnerability patch and virus signature releases for each Core O&S system every 60 calendar days (6 times annually) as approved by the Government before installation on all applicable Core O&S systems.
    • In addition to delivering patches and virus signature updates, support LM in delivery of approximately 4 fully tested emergency vulnerability patch and virus signature releases as needed and prioritized by the Government (SSC/ECPM).
    • Supporting updating and/or development of Security Assessment Plans (SAP).
    • Providing technical engineering and cyber support for all required cybersecurity technical meetings.

Qualifications:
  • Must meet DoD 8570 Information Assurance Workforce (IAWF) criteria or Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II certification at time of hire (i.e., Security+).
  • Advanced degree and 7+ years' experience or bachelors with 9+ years' experience or equivalent.

Physical Demands:
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds.
  • Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.
  • Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for clearance at this location.
NOTE:
  • The applicant selected for this position must have and be able to maintain an Active Security Clearance.
  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Applicants must have a valid driver's license for this position and will be subject to verification.
  • Chosen applicants must pass pre-employment drug screening, credit review, and a criminal background check.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, Females/Minority/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin
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