Cybersecurity Chief Engineer bei HX5, LLC

Cybersecurity Chief Engineer
Schriever Space Force Base
Colorado Springs, CO
 
HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is currently seeking a qualified Cybersecurity Chief Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract at Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, CO.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Cybersecurity Architecture & Strategy:
  • Lead the development and execution of the organization's cybersecurity technical strategy, including defining secure system architectures, engineering processes, and security best practices across various platforms, potentially involving on-premises and cloud environments.
• Engineering Leadership & Mentorship:
  • Lead and mentor cybersecurity engineering teams, fostering technical development, driving quality initiatives, and providing technical guidance on complex projects.
• Secure System Design & Implementation:
  • Guide the design, selection, integration, and deployment of secure systems, potentially encompassing secure networking, computing, and information assurance architectures.
  • Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics for security program effectiveness.
• Technical Expertise & Collaboration:
  • Act as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity, collaborating with internal teams, stakeholders, and external partners to ensure technical consistency, align with enterprise goals, and integrate new technologies securely.
  • Guide organization through cybersecurity inspections and tests
• Threat Intelligence & Risk Management:
  • Monitor the threat landscape, analyze attack vectors, and assess vulnerabilities to proactively implement defense mechanisms and develop effective mitigation strategies, including potentially utilizing frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK.
• Compliance & Audit:
  • Ensure adherence to industry standards, government regulations (like DoD RMF, NIST SP 800-160), and company policies, potentially including managing and verifying required documentation and conducting audits.
• Innovation & Research:
  • Explore opportunities to evaluate, implement, and manage cutting-edge security tools and technologies to stay ahead of
    the evolving cyber threat landscape.

Salary: This position is expected to pay $160,00 - $195,000 annually; depending on experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.

Education and Experience:

• Must have an associate’s degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field
• Must have 8, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience
  • May be reduced with completion of advanced education
• Must have 6, or more, years of directly related experience
• Must have 2, or more, years of experience working in a management or leadership role
• Must have deep technical knowledge and strong understanding of security principles, networking, operating systems, and security technologies.
• Must have experience with security frameworks and standards (NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, DoD RMF).
• Must have proven experience with cloud security best practices and technologies.
• Must have a strong background in security architecture design and implementation.
• Must have experience with secure system integration across complex environments.
• Must have proven ability to identify and resolve complex security issues.
• Must have strong analytical skills for threat assessment and risk evaluation.
• Must have an active CISSP certification or DoD 8570 IAT Level III Certification
• Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance or higher.

Desired Requirements:
 

• Have experience with compliance and audit processes
• Be familiar with Missile Defense Agency and Missile Defense System
• Have knowledge of emerging technologies (AI/ML security, IoT security, blockchain)
• Have strong project management capabilities aligned with Agile practices

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: 

This is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week and offers a flexible work schedule Monday through Friday during core business hours. 

Other Position Requirements: 

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain a Secret clearance. 
• Must be able to travel, including air travel.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include: 

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance 
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Pet Insurance 

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: 
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please call (850) 362-6551.

CJ