Job description

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift: Day About the Company Athena Technology Group, Inc. (ATG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) focused on Information Technology and Communications consulting, system engineering, integration, deployment and operation of state of the art command and control and information systems that deliver critical network centric solution to the warfighter. With a proven track record of technical support to our customers, we are looking for innovative industry professionals to join our team. ATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability Job Summary We are seeking an Information System Security Engineer II (ISSE II) to support a Navy cybersecurity program. The selected candidate will support cybersecurity engineering and Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities, including implementation and validation of security controls, vulnerability management, and continuous monitoring across multiple systems and authorization packages. This position is contingent upon award of the contract. Key Responsibilities • Support RMF lifecycle activities, including preparation, review, and maintenance of A&A artifacts. • Assist in capturing and refining information security operational and security requirements. • Support implementation and validation of security controls in accordance with applicable DoD and Navy requirements. • Conduct vulnerability scanning and remediation support using approved tools such as ACAS. • Maintain and update cybersecurity documentation and authorization artifacts within eMASS. • Apply STIGs, SRGs, patching actions, and secure configuration baselines. • Support POA&M tracking, configuration updates, and remediation efforts. • Coordinate with ISSOs, ISSEs, system administrators, and developers to maintain compliance and security posture. Qualifications Required: • Active Secret Clearance. • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or an equivalent STEM degree from an accredited college or university. • Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience capturing and refining information security operational and security requirements and ensuring those requirements are properly addressed through purposeful development and configuration; and implementing security controls, configuration changes, software/hardware updates and patches, vulnerability scanning, and securing configurations. • Experience with RMF, A&A processes, eMASS, and vulnerability management activities. • IAT II Certification including any of the following CCNA-Security, CySA+, GCIP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, SSCP • Familiarity with NIST SP 800-37 Revision 2 (Risk Management Framework) Desired: • Experience supporting Department of the Navy or NAVSEA environments. • Familiarity with STIGMAN and related cybersecurity compliance tools. • Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills. Physical and Environmental Conditions Normal office environment. Requires sitting, standing, near acuity, speaking with colleagues and customers, listening, sight, and use of hands/fingers. This position description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. This and all positions are eligible for organization-wide transfer. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time. Additional Benefits • Performance bonuses and annual salary reviews • Health, dental, and vision insurance • Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance • 401(k) plan with company match • Opportunities for professional growth and development • A collaborative and inclusive work environment EEO Statement ATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Employment Type: Full-Time
Support RMF lifecycle activities, including preparation, review, and maintenance of A&A artifacts.
Assist in capturing and refining information security operational and security requirements.
Support implementation and validation of security controls in accordance with applicable DoD and Navy requirements.
Conduct vulnerability scanning and remediation support using approved tools such as ACAS.
Maintain and update cybersecurity documentation and authorization artifacts within eMASS.
Apply STIGs, SRGs, patching actions, and secure configuration baselines.
Support POA&M tracking, configuration updates, and remediation efforts.
Coordinate with ISSOs, ISSEs, system administrators, and developers to maintain compliance and security posture.
Active Secret Clearance.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or an equivalent STEM degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience with RMF, A&A processes, eMASS, and vulnerability management activities.
IAT II Certification including any of the following CCNA-Security, CySA+, GCIP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, SSCP
Familiarity with NIST SP 800-37 Revision 2 (Risk Management Framework)

Nice-to-haves

Experience supporting Department of the Navy or NAVSEA environments.
Familiarity with STIGMAN and related cybersecurity compliance tools.
Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
Physical and Environmental Conditions
Normal office environment. Requires sitting, standing, near acuity, speaking with colleagues and customers, listening, sight, and use of hands/fingers.
Additional Benefits
Performance bonuses and annual salary reviews
Opportunities for professional growth and development
A collaborative and inclusive work environment

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