Cybersecurity Engineer Job at Piper Companies (San Diego)

Cybersecurity Engineer

Piper Companies

Location:
United States , San Diego

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

130000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

Zachary Piper Solutions is currently seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer – RMF / A&A to support a critical DoD program based in San Diego, CA. This position is a full‑time, 100% onsite role. The Cybersecurity Engineer will serve as the primary cybersecurity resource overseeing all Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities for a system’s Authority to Operate (ATO). This role is central to securing government systems and ensuring all cybersecurity requirements, controls, and documentation meet Navy and DoD standards. As a Cybersecurity Engineer, you will independently drive the full ATO lifecycle—developing and maintaining RMF artifacts, managing eMASS packages, validating security controls, and interfacing directly with government cybersecurity stakeholders.

Job Responsibility:

Primary RMF / A&A Execution
Execute RMF activities in compliance with NIST SP 800‑37, DoDI 8510.01, and Navy RMF guidance
Develop, update, and maintain A&A artifacts including SSPs, SCTMs, POA&Ms, and supporting documentation
Manage and maintain eMASS packages through authorization and continuous monitoring
Coordinate with AOs, SCAs, ISSMs, ISSOs, and system engineers to meet ATO milestones
Prepare systems for ATO, ATO renewal, and interim authorization activities
Track RMF status, deliverables, and deadlines to ensure timely authorization
Security Control Implementation & Validation
Validate implementation of NIST SP 800‑53 security controls
Support and track DISA STIG implementation and remediation efforts
Review system configurations, architecture diagrams, and data flows for compliance
Analyze ACAS, SCAP, and similar vulnerability scan results and document corrective actions
Maintain accurate, actionable POA&Ms
Continuous Monitoring & Risk Management
Develop and maintain continuous monitoring strategies and documentation
Track cybersecurity posture and risk metrics for reporting to government stakeholders
Support impact analysis for system changes and configuration updates
Ensure compliance with enclave‑specific security requirements
Collaboration & Advisory Support
Provide cybersecurity guidance to system, network, and cloud engineers
Identify gaps and recommend risk mitigation strategies
Coordinate with enterprise cybersecurity teams for policy alignment and reach‑back support
Support audit readiness, inspections, and compliance reviews

Requirements:

5+ years of experience supporting RMF and A&A processes in DoD environments
Demonstrated experience independently managing eMASS packages
Strong working knowledge of NIST SP 800‑53 security controls
Experience supporting systems through full ATO lifecycle
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Active Secret clearance required
Certification (IAM Level II – one required): CASP+
CAP
CISM
CISSP (or Associate)
GSLC

What we offer:

Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
PTO
Sick Leave as required

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 04, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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