Cyber Security Engineer

Company Description

We are a leading-edge technology consulting firm committed to empowering organizations through the implementation of cloud-native and enterprise DevSecOps transformations. Our team of dedicated experts is driven by a passion for harnessing cutting-edge technologies to deliver unparalleled value to our clients. We specialize in crafting innovative technical solutions grounded in cloud-native principles, containerization, and the implementation of advanced automation-driven DevSecOps practices.

At the heart of our ethos lies a relentless pursuit of progress and the establishment of new industry benchmarks. Our unwavering commitment to excellence sets us apart and makes us the preferred choice for our clients. We recognize that delivering exceptional technical solutions necessitates the expertise of renowned professionals.

If you share our zeal for constructing cloud-native systems, developing cloud-based applications, and designing automation solutions, and if you are seeking to join a company that stands as a dominant force in the realms of Enterprise DevSecOps and Cloud Native domains, then you've discovered the ideal destination.

We cultivate a vibrant, inclusive, and collaborative environment that champions innovation and continuous learning. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to engage in exciting projects, tackle intricate challenges, and make a substantial contribution to the advancement of digital transformation for our clients. Come and be a part of a team that thrives on pushing the boundaries of what technology can achieve.

Job Description

Oteemo is looking for a Mid-level Cybersecurity Engineer who is interested in working in a fast-paced environment providing cybersecurity support for a cloud-native DevSecOps platform for a DoD customer. The successful candidate will support accreditation activities to attain Authority-to-Operate for cloud platforms and services, analyze security posture of services, secure and harden services, and monitor platforms and services for vulnerabilities and threats. Our Cybersecurity Engineers are asked to solve challenging problems for unique customers and have a direct impact on the direction of software products and solutions used by those customers. This position is located in the Discovery District of UMD’s campus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist developing assessment and authorization (A&A) documentation in compliance with DoD Cybersecurity policy and agency guidance, including DoD, ICD, CNSS, and NIST special publications.
• Research security standards/tools; review or conduct system security and vulnerability assessments of cloud and on-prem environments in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
• Support development and implementation of innovative methods to achieve compliance with government and commercial cybersecurity frameworks.
• Research and identify best practices to harden and secure containers and Kubernetes clusters at scale.
• Provide continuous monitoring support to classified environments.
• Ensure platforms and networks are compliant with DoD policies.
• Conduct technical evaluation of MacOS information systems design, and information security aspects and accreditation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience with FedRAMP or Impact Level assessments Advanced writing skills: able to clearly articulate ideas for executive level consumption.
• Advanced problem-solving skills: able to use prior experience and knowledge to address new situations; especially during interactions with clients.
• Advanced analytical skills: able to use prior experience and knowledge to seamlessly incorporate new knowledge or information during client interactions.
• Ability to work on site in an office environment
• US Citizenship and an active Secret security clearance

Desired Qualifications:

Previous experience with newer ATO strategies such as Fast Track or Continuous ATO.

• Experience assessing the security of cloud and Kubernetes environments Knowledge of Platform One Iron Bank secure registry of hardened containers Previous experience as a system administrator or cyber security engineer utilizing a Linux or MacOS information system.

Additional Information

We Value:

• Drive: Passion and energy to implement quality technical solutions. Self-motivation and intellectual curiosity
• Commitment to Quality: Passion to conceive and produce world-class solutions that drive real-world value for the customer
• Customer Focus: Consultative approach to solving problems for customers. Expectations management.
• Communication: Superior communication skills. Ability to clearly articulate problems, solutions, risks, rewards etc. (written and verbal)
• Technical Skills: Love for technology. You have to be inherently passionate about technology.
• Business Acumen: Technology ultimately is used to enable the business. We look for people who understand how the businesses can be enabled through their technical solutions

What we offer:

• Ability to make a noticeable difference for the organization and our customers
• Tremendous growth opportunity by becoming part of a rapidly growing organization. It’s not your tenure but what you can bring to the table that defines how your career will be shaped. You control your growth.
• Complex but interesting challenges to improve the depth and breadth of your technical and business skills. Our consultants are business technologists and understand how technology drives business. 
• Competitive pay and benefits

Work authorization requirement: US Citizen.

Oteemo is an equal employment and affirmative action employer. We evaluate qualified applicants on merit and business needs and not on race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status or any other factor protected by law. Oteemo complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodations for handicapped and disabled employees.