Senior Technical Recruiter - Space and Intelligence - Missiles and Defense
Job Description: The Information Technology Engineering LLC (ITEC) is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Engineer to join our Cyber Security Engineering team in Aurora, CO. This position supports Continuous Monitoring and Authority to Operate (ATO) maintenance for Government-accredited systems. You will play a key role in vulnerability and compliance management across mission‑critical systems and work directly with various stakeholders to ensure system security and integrity.
Security Clearance: TS/SCI CI poly required.
Responsibilities
- Review and adjudicate findings from Tenable/Nessus vulnerability scans.
- Assess system vulnerabilities and verify compliance with applicable STIGs, SRGs, and other security guidelines.
- Perform Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) work‑off.
- Support Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities.
- Assist with Software Assurance evaluations.
- Provide cybersecurity engineering expertise during system development.
- Deploy and maintain security patches in alignment with vulnerability management and compliance policies.
- Administer and secure systems operating on Linux OS platforms.
Required Skills
- Advanced STEM degree and 5+ years of engineering experience.
- Experience with Tenable Security Center and Nessus for vulnerability assessments.
- Demonstrated experience maintaining and deploying security patches.
- Hands‑on experience with Linux operating systems and command‑line tools.
- Knowledge of NIST RMF, including SP 800‑37, 800‑53, and 800‑171.
- DoD ‑M IAT Level II compliant certification (e.g., Security+ or equivalent).
Desired Skills
- Strong understanding of DoD RMF certification & accreditation processes.
- Experience using STIG Viewer and performing manual security checks.
- IAT Level III certification (e.g., CISSP or equivalent).
- Self‑starter with strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently.
Seniority Level
- Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
- Full‑time
Job Function
- Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
- Defense and Space Manufacturing