Cyber Security Engineer

About

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what's happening now and shape what's coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go‑getters—where people work together to help customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently.

Eligibility

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Requires an active U.S. Government security clearance at the TS/SCI level with required polygraph.
• Export Control/ITAR: Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Responsibilities

• Support Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities in accordance with the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Develop, maintain, and manage cybersecurity artifacts including System Security Plans (SSPs), POA&Ms, and related documentation.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate system risks; support vulnerability remediation and continuous monitoring and observability efforts.
• Assist project teams in selecting and implementing appropriate security controls and mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate with the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with security requirements.
• Utilize tools such as eMASS, ACAS, SCAP, and DISA STIGs for vulnerability management and compliance tracking.
• Engage with Cloud Service Providers and provide secure integration recommendations aligned with mission requirements.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate security and compliance into system architectures and workflows.
• Support adoption of automated A&A, compliance, and testing methodologies.
• Conduct research, testing, and evaluation of emerging technologies to enhance cybersecurity capabilities and processes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable directives, standards, and security frameworks.
• Support evolving mission priorities in a fast‑paced environment, including leading/assisting with scaling of capabilities and processes into new spaces.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 8–12 years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree with 8 years of experience; or Doctorate with 6 years of experience.
• Experience supporting A&A and information assurance processes, including development of cybersecurity artifacts.
• Hands‑on experience with tools such as eMASS, ACAS, SCAP, and DISA STIGs.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity risks, protocols, and best practices.
• Willingness to work onsite full time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, GIAC, or equivalent).
• Experience supporting large, complex, multi‑classification systems.
• Working knowledge of RMF aligned with ICD 503, NIST SP 800 series, CNSSI 1253, and DoD 8500.
• Experience designing and implementing cybersecurity architectures and plans.
• Familiarity with cloud‑hosted systems and applications.
• Experience with Red Hat or CentOS Linux operating systems.
• Experience in DevSecOps environments and associated tooling.
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and secure development practices (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI).
• Basic scripting or automation experience (e.g., Python, Bash) to support security processes.
• Familiarity with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes) and associated security considerations.
• Experience with Identity and Access Management (IAM), PKI, or Zero Trust Architecture concepts.
• Experience with automated compliance and continuous monitoring solutions.
• Experience with security scanning and vulnerability management tools (e.g., Nessus, OpenSCAP, Tenable, Rapid7).
• Experience supporting secure data analytics or AI/ML platforms.

Pay Range

• Washington, DC metropolitan area: $137,000 – $228,000 annually.
• Other states: geographic cost‑of‑labor adjustments apply; ranges may vary by location.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package, including a robust 401(k) with company match.
• Mental health resources.
• Student loan repayment assistance.
• Adoption reimbursement.
• Pet insurance.