Systems Engineer

J5 Consulting is a Maryland based company established in 2006 to provide computing and consulting services for government and commercial entities. Our services improve Information System networking performance and compliance and protect electronic assets from loss and compromise. We welcome your application to receive consideration for the following position.

Introduction
The Sponsor's office is working to accelerate mission delivery and connect mission partners with the power of commercially-driven cloud computing. The Sponsor brings multi-cloud solutions to mission environments, supporting cloud services providers (CSPs), and offering cloud services across multiple networks.
 

Required Skills and Demonstrated Experience:  

• Facilitating TEMs with cloud service providers to review cloud service architectures
• Maintaining A&A packages across multiple services/systems in accordance with FIPS-199, NIST 800-53, and CNSS 1253
• Designing, implementing, assessing or reviewing systems utilizing cloud technology with AWS, Oracle Cloud, Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure
• Utilizing or reviewing cross domain technology and common architecture designs
• Continuous monitoring requirements including scan analysis with tools such as Rapid 7, Nessus, and Qualys
• Creating, monitoring, or closing POA&Ms
• Utilizing compliance tools such as Xacta 360, Risk Vision, RSA Archer
• Common control provider concept within the NIST RMF
• Security control assessments including working with SCAs and preparing security packages
• Information system security engineering activities
• Project management including planning, task tracking, milestone management, and resource coordination
• Developing and maintaining program metrics, performance indicators, and compliance status dashboards
• Preparing technical reports, program highlights, status briefings, and leadership communications

Highly Desired Skills and Demonstrated Experience: 

• Using the Sponsor's or IC element A&A process
• Creating or reviewing A&A body of evidence documentation in a cloud security environment
• Identifying, implementing, or reviewing appropriate information security controls
• Working in Xacta 360
• Experience with Sponsor's A&A tools

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US Citizenship:

• This position requires US Citizenship. Verification of US Citizenship to meet federal government security requirements will be confirmed.

Security Clearance:

• The successful candidate must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret Security Clearance with a Full Scope Polygraph.
• Clearance Verification: This position requires successful verification of the stated security clearance to meet federal government customer requirements. You will be asked to provide clearance verification information prior to an offer of employment.

Travel: 

• This position is expected to be onsite. The position will be located within the Washington Metropolitan Area (WMA).   Local travel/POV will be on an as needed basis, within the local place of performance.

Join J5 Consulting and Grow Your Cybersecurity Career

At J5, we’re a team of innovators protecting organizations from evolving cyber threats. With 18+ years of success in government and commercial sectors, we offer meaningful opportunities to grow your career.

Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including:

• 100% employer-paid health coverage
• a 6% 401(k) match
• PTO
• tuition reimbursement
• bonuses
• professional development, and more.

Ready to make an impact? Explore our open positions and apply today.