Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

Odyssey has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer providing support to the Command, Control, Communications (C3C)/Kessel Run division.

Kessel Run is an Air Force unit that delivers resilient command and control and targeting software capabilities that provide warfighters with decision advantage. Under the Department of the Air Force Program Executive Office for Command, Control, Communication, and Battle Management (DAF PEO C3BM), Kessel Run technologies make up the DAF BATTLE NETWORK, the systems-of-systems designed to help the Joint Force make operational decisions faster than our adversaries. The Division architects and acquires the means to connect weapon systems with warfighters and decision makers to enable the warfighter to win against the pacing challenge in an era of great power competition.

This is a full time remote position for candidates near secure operational facilities.

**Position contingent upon contract award**

The Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) Cybersecurity Engineer will be a member of the Air Operation Center (AOC) cybersecurity team and will be responsible for assisting with the implementation, maintenance, and operation of the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) suite of tools. This is an entry-level position that will provide the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with a wide range of cybersecurity technologies and processes.

Duties include, but not limited to: 

• Assist with the installation, configuration, and maintenance of ACAS components, including Nessus scanners, SecurityCenter/Tenable.sc, and Nessus Network Monitor (NNM)/Tenable.asm.
• Assist in scheduling and executing vulnerability scans using Nessus scanners.
• Analyze scan results to identify vulnerabilities, and misconfigurations.
• Direct DISA STIG-based configuration hardening across multi-classification networks
• Assist with compliance assessments against DoW standards and internal security policies.
• Generate reports on vulnerability status, compliance posture, and remediation progress.
• Collaborate with system administrators  to facilitate vulnerability remediation efforts.
• Assist with system administration tasks for ACAS servers and databases.
• Manage cybersecurity incident reporting and conduct root‑cause analysis
• Develop corrective action plans and maintain POA&Ms
• Stay up to date on the latest vulnerability trends and security threats.

**Position contingent upon contract award**

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications

Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain an Active Secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a professional engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited educational program and at least 10-15 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline, 10 of which must be in the DoD.

• Understanding of cybersecurity in DoD cloud infrastructure.

• Knowledge of Agile methodologies including CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps.

• Expereinece with systems analysis and eMASS

• Strong ability to communicate technical topics effectively in both written and verbal forms.

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.

Additional Information

Location: hybrid flexibility at Hanscom AFB or full remote capability for candidates located near secure operational facilities

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**Position contingent upon contract award**

Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

This position is filled through continuous recruitment and will remain open until a sufficient pool of applications has been received.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Tricare supplement, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee assistance program, learning and development benefit, paid time off, and holidays.

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