Security Engineer

MKS2 Technologies, LLC, an award-winning high growth small business, creates innovative and customer-centric technology solutions in the areas of Cyber Security, Instructional Design and Training, Software Engineering and IT Support Services to improve the security and well-being of our clients. Our commitment to excellence and our “Mission First” orientation has resulted in steady growth and an expanding client base across government agencies. We have employees nationwide and for the past three consecutive years were named one of the fastest growing Veteran-owned companies in the nation. Please take a moment to browse through our website and learn more about what it means to serve with MKS2.

Security Engineer

• Clearance Requirement: Secret Clearance (Top Secret clearance preferred)
• Location: Dahlgren, VA
• Position Type: Full-Time

We are seeking experienced Security Engineers to support Navy afloat and tactical combat systems. This role requires a deep understanding of DoD cybersecurity policies, system security engineering, and hands-on experience with Navy combat systems such as Aegis, SSDS, and Zumwalt. Candidates will contribute to the development, assessment, and implementation of cybersecurity strategies and solutions across complex defense systems.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

• 2+ years of program-specific security engineering experience with Navy afloat/tactical combat systems, or
• 5+ years of general security engineering experience

Combat Weapons Systems:

• At least six Security Engineers across the team must have 2+ years of experience with Aegis, SSDS, Zumwalt, or other Navy afloat tactical combat systems

Certifications:

• IAT Level II or III certification per DoD 8570.01 (or successor) when performing as ISSO, ISSE, or NQV

Privileged User Requirements:

• Final adjudicated SSBI with IT Level-1 designation in JPAS must be achieved and maintained

Security Clearance:

• At least one Security Engineer must hold an active Top Secret clearance

 Required Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of:
• Computer security principles
• Military system specifications
• DoD cybersecurity policies for both land-based and afloat systems
• Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal

Core Responsibilities

• Author DoD Cybersecurity Assessment and Authorization (A&A) artifacts
• Document systems from a cybersecurity perspective using MS Word, Excel, Visio, and other tools
• Derive and document system CONOPS for Mission Assurance Categorization (DoDI 8500.2)
• Recommend and implement logical/physical security solutions for certification and accreditation
• Apply DISA STIGs and NSA security guidance
• Identify and resolve discrepancies between system specs, security requirements, and DoD policies
• Author and revise system requirements to align with DoD security mandates
• Conduct Red Team/Blue Team vulnerability testing using ACAS and other tools
• Plan, execute, and document risk assessments based on known vulnerabilities and threat vectors
• Analyze connectivity and interface security between Navy warfare systems and external equipment
• Serve as ISSO and lead security efforts for assigned systems
• Define and manage Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) Plans
• Execute and document security test results
• Support development of cybersecurity requirements, standards, and procedures for combat systems
• Conduct research and coordination in support of DoD cyber assurance and policy initiatives
• Participate in working groups to develop strategies against emerging cyber threats
• Assist in cybersecurity system engineering, risk analysis, and mitigation planning
• Develop and utilize MBSE models for cybersecurity analysis

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: MKS2 Technologies is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.