Information Security Analyst- Journeyman

Mayvin is seeking a Senior Systems Security Engineer to help our DHS CWMD client with the application of systems security within its programs. The position will work with both information security, program managers, and program maintainers to translate each other’s needs, convey the advantages and benefits of system security, and help ensure proper coordination early in the program lifecycle.   

Must be a U.S. Citizen. 

Clearance Required:  Active SECRET clearance, ability to pass DHS background investigation. 

Responsibilities: 

• Define customer needs, security protection requirements including cyber resiliency needed to reduce mission / business / organizational risk to an acceptable level 

• Assist with achieving required security functionality early in the systems’ development lifecycle, documenting requirements.  

• Apply knowledge of regulations and policies related to Enterprise Architecture, and Information Security, including NIST (SP) 800-160 Volumes 1 and 2, NIST SP 800-161, DHS Information Technology Strategy, DHS Zero Trust Strategy in designing secure solutions 

• Conduct design, synthesis, and system validation while considering the goals of the acquisition program 

• Effectively communicate technical details verbally and in writing to people of varying technical backgrounds 

Qualifications: 

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field of study from a fully accredited institution. (Advanced degree preferred but not required) with a minimum of 18 years of related experience (or 13 with a Master’s degree), which may include systems security, cyber / information security, systems engineering, and government acquisition programs 

• Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills 

• Ability to support and manage multiple concurrent projects with shifting priorities in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment 

• Mastery in use of personal computers with extensive experience using Microsoft Office Suite; including familiarity with web-based applications such as Microsoft Teams 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• An understanding of DHS/CBP processes and organizational structure is highly desirable 

• Experience with government acquisition process preferred 

• Educational or professional experience in current capabilities and challenges in sensing techniques for detecting chemical threat agents at the border is preferred. 

About Mayvin: 

Mayvin offers our employees an innovative culture, excellent benefits and amenities, an inclusive work environment, ongoing career development, and recognition and rewards to honor hard work. Most importantly, our employees have a voice and are heard; we treat our employees with unwavering dignity and respect. Mayvin is dedicated to protecting the interests of the United States. We made a commitment to deliver unparalleled service to serve the interests of national security. Come join us in tackling our nation’s hardest problems in a place where #PeopleMatter #ReimagineYourMission.