Company Introduction
9th Way Insignia is a service-disabled veteran-owned company bringing transformative technology to our government customers so they can achieve their missions. Our specialties include cybersecurity, cloud modernization, software development, data analytics, enterprise architecture, enterprise IT, analytics and artificial intelligence. Learn more about 9th Way Insignia at https://9thwayinsignia.com.

Team (Project) Introduction

HBA (Heuristic Behavior Analytics) is a significant part of VA’s overall defensive security strategy. The project will provide a tool and sensor baseline to support continual heuristic analysis of behaviors to identify anomalies by defining normal baselines of behavior and traffic patterns. HBA will also provide comprehensive visibility into data and traffic throughout the network. Successful implementation of this solution requires a leader who is familiar with VA’s data, processes, policies, controls, infrastructure, and organizational landscape and who can oversee a phased, integrated, and detailed approach to deploying, tuning, and operating the HBA solution.

9th Way Insignia Solutions has an opening for a Systems Security Engineer to work in support of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Office of Information & Technology (OIT), Office of Information Security (OIS) on the Heuristic Behavior Analytics (HBA) implementation. This high-profile position serves as Insignia’s primary point of contact and leads the day-to-day deployment and operations and maintenance (O&M) of the HBA technical baseline, ensuring that the HBA technical scope is delivered within budget, schedule, and quality requirements.

Professional Level Information

The Systems Security Engineer position is at the Engineer 2 level at 9th Way Insignia. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in systems architecture, cybersecurity, and risk management, coupled with a passion for designing and implementing robust security measures. This position requires the ability of designing, implement, test, and maintain security and integrity of digital solutions against existing and possible threats per Federal standards.

Functional Job (LCAT) Information

A System Security Engineer has experience in reviewing security plans, processes, and strategies to identify areas for improvement or update. Has an understanding of security regulations, and directives for organizational and agency level requirements. Has experience in designing and implementing security requirements into products and systems.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage security measures for IT systems and infrastructure.

• Conduct regular security assessments, audits, and vulnerability scans.

• Develop and update security policies, procedures, and protocols.

• Collaborate with engineering and DevOps teams to integrate security best practices.

• Monitor, investigate, and respond to security incidents and breaches.

• Provide timely and relevant threat intelligence.

• Develop training and guidance to staff on security best practices and risk mitigation.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational security standards.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information technology, or related computing discipline (8 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education).

• 5+ years of proven experience in cybersecurity activities.

• Experience with IT infrastructure, including servers, firewalls, routers, and switches.

• Knowledge of security technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, encryption, and VPNs.

• Proficiency in programming and scripting languages like JAVA, C#, Perl, or Shell scripting.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.

• Expertise in compliance frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, GDPR).

• Effective communication skills and the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and their security frameworks.

• Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.

Preferred/Desired:

• Industry security certifications such as CompTIA Security+

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $77,096.24 - $117,000.00

9th Way Insignia’s range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Clearance, background investigation

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Location
This position is remote.

9th Way Insignia reserves the right to adjust work location based upon mission requirements.

Benefits

Benefit eligible employees will have access to our comprehensive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life Insurance, PTO, paid holidays, 401(k), FSA, HSA. Resources such as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Traveling Assistance. Also included, company paid benefits such as Telehealth, STD and LTD disability plans and basic life A&D.

Legal
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