Job Description:

Competitive Range partners with the government to plan and deploy complex, IT-enabled, and mission-essential capabilities. Our goal is to help you develop and expand your professional capabilities while working on challenging, exciting projects in a collaborative, congenial environment.

We are seeking an experienced Computer Security System Specialist Level 3 to analyze and define security requirements , design and implement mission-critical security solutions , and conduct risk analyses to safeguard DoD information systems. This role involves evaluating existing security products , understanding Multi-Level Security (MLS) environments , and ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze and define computer security requirements for high-level applications within DoD IT environments.
• Design, develop, and implement security solutions , ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity frameworks.
• Conduct risk assessments , identifying vulnerabilities and security threats within defense systems.
• Gather and organize technical data related to DoD mission goals, security products, and MLS programs.
• Evaluate approved security product capabilities , ensuring optimal system performance and protection.
• Develop solutions to MLS-related security challenges , optimizing system integrity and operational security.
• Collaborate with system engineers, software developers, and DoD cybersecurity teams to implement security architectures.
• Ensure compliance with DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST standards, and federal cybersecurity policies.

Required Qualifications:

• ****Active Secret Clearance: TS preferred. **
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• Education: * ****Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Information Science, Information Systems, Computer Science, Physics, Math, or related discipline OR * Master's degree in the fields above with 7 years of experience (at least 5 years specialized) OR * 12 years of experience (at least 10 years specialized) with no degree required.

• Experience: * Minimum of 8 years in cybersecurity roles, with at least 6 years specialized experience in :

  • Defining computer security requirements.
  • ****Evaluating approved security product capabilities.
  • Developing solutions for MLS security challenges.

• Skills: * ****Expertise in cybersecurity frameworks, risk analysis, secure system design, and network security protocols. * Ability to interpret and implement DoD cybersecurity compliance policies. * Strong problem-solving, technical documentation, and analytical skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with classified defense systems and military cybersecurity operations.
• Knowledge of AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, and secure cloud environments.
• Certifications such as CISSP, Security+, CEH, or DoD-approved cybersecurity credentials.