[Hiring] Cybersecurity Engineer @McBride

Role Description

McBride Consulting has an exciting opportunity for a Cybersecurity Engineer providing support to the Command, Control, Communications (C3C)/Kessel Run division. This is a full-time position located at Offutt AFB, Nebraska, and does have the ability to be worked remotely.

• Carry out ISSO duties per DoDI 8510.01 and enforce all applicable Air Force cybersecurity policies and countermeasures.
• Maintain required cybersecurity certifications and ensure users meet clearance, training, and access requirements.
• Manage user access documentation, account requests, ports/protocols, and access control lists.
• Ensure compliance with DoD security configuration guidelines (e.g., STIGs, SRGs) and oversee system configuration management activities.
• Identify, report, and coordinate remediation of security incidents, vulnerabilities, and risks.
• Support RMF Authorization & Accreditation (A&A) activities, ensuring high-quality documentation and adherence to DoD and Air Force requirements.
• Develop and support security-focused documentation including SSPs, PPPs, OPSEC Plans, SRAs, CONOPS, vulnerability analyses, and other system security engineering artifacts.
• Manage system security updates, patches, and configuration tracking in accordance with DoD requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments, security audits, reviews, and security evaluations for planned and operational systems.
• Recommend security policies, contingency plans, disaster recovery procedures, and risk-based strategies.
• Promote cybersecurity awareness and ensure security principles are embedded in organizational goals.
• Participate in system and network design to ensure correct implementation of security requirements.
• Obtain required cybersecurity exceptions, waivers, and deviations when necessary.
• Support evidence gathering and preservation for security investigations.
• Provide technical cybersecurity guidance across supported systems and evaluate system designs against requirements.
• Collaborate with Government and commercial stakeholders to achieve authorization from all Authorizing Officials under RMF.

Qualifications

• Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
• Minimum Required Qualifications:
• Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain a Secret Level Clearance
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a related field
• Years of experience: 3+ years of experience with 3+ years of experience in the DoD
• Understanding of cybersecurity in DoD cloud infrastructure
• Understanding of Agile methods, including CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps
• Possess the ability to effectively communicate in both written and verbal forms on highly technical topics

Requirements

• Technical Skills:
• STIG compliance
• Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation and documentation
• DoD cybersecurity policies and compliance
• System Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) processes
• DoD cloud infrastructure security
• Agile development methods including CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps
• Security risk, vulnerability, and contingency planning
• PKI management and access control
• Classified material handling and accountability
• Interpersonal Skills:
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to collaborate with government, contractor, and industry stakeholders
• Effective problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Adaptability to evolving program requirements and security challenges

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance