Cyber Security Engineer- Tampa FL

Aperture Cloud is a rapidly growing government contractor providing leading-edge support to federal customers, with a particular focus on Defense and National Security mission sets. We leverage more than 17 years of support to stakeholders across the federal government, with established and growing capabilities across Intelligence, Analytics, Engineering, Mission Support, and Communications disciplines. Founded in 2008, our mission is to transform the way our customers approach constantly changing and complex problem sets by bringing to bear the latest in technology and the highest caliber of talent. Headquartered in Washington, DC's historic Dupont Circle neighborhood, Aperture Cloud also has a corporate presence in Tampa, FL, Bedford, IN, and Dayton, OH, with team members across the United States and around the world. As a leader in our space, we partner with firms in the private sector, academic institutions, and industry associations with a goal of continually building our expertise and capabilities for the benefit of our employees and the customers we support. Through all of this, we have built a vibrant corporate culture diverse in expertise and perspectives with a focus on collaboration and innovation. Our teams are at the frontier of the Nation's most complex and rewarding challenges. Join our team. Aperture Cloud is seeking an experienced, innovative, and motivated Journeyman Cybersecurity Engineer to support the mission objectives and needs of the U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) in Tampa, FL. Responsibilities: Develops, implements, and monitors security measures to protect computer systems, networks software, and information to ensure secure reliable and uninterrupted availability. Monitors, detects, mitigates, and responds to cyber incidents. Performs operational Cybersecurity and infrastructure support. Implements and enforces cyber security policies and requirements are addressed. Conducts certification and testing in accordance with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) policy. Identifies deficiencies and vulnerabilities and providing risk mitigation recommendations. Integrates projects with the current USSOCOM ICAM, PKI, ABAC, and RBAC capability. Automates security and testing processes, integrating security tools and practices into the development pipeline, and fostering a culture of shared responsibility for performance and security. Guide teams to break down silos and unify software development, deployment, security and operations. Qualifications: Must hold an active Top Secret clearance and be SCI eligible. BA/BS and 3 years relevant experience, AA/AS and 7+ years of experience, -or- 9+ years of total experience and HS Diploma Current DoD 8140 – IAT II Certification (e.g. CompTIA Security+) Expertise in monitoring tools (e.g., SIEM systems) and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) to identify, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity threats in real time. Strong understanding of DoD-specific cybersecurity frameworks and standards, including the Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST 1000-53 and the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). Experience with Zero Trust (ZT) architectures, automated unit, functional, integration, and security testing. Experience establishing and maintaining software factories, that support the rapid development, testing, and deployment of software. Desired: Ability to work fully on-site with minimal accommodation Prior experience supporting USSOCOM Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Excellent communication and collaboration abilities Ability to work with teams, but also self-motivated to complete projects on your own. EEO Commitment All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.