Security Specialist

Job Description: Dynamo Technologies LLC is looking to hire a Systems Security Specialist to support the Army Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PM PNT) System Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) Program.
The Security & Program Protection Directorate requires program protection subject matter expertise (e.
g.
CPI and ICT critical component identification, supply chain risk management, anti-tamper, exportability features, secure design, and cybersecurity) to ensure adequate protection measures are incorporated across the entire PM PNT portfolio and throughout each product's lifecycle.
The PM PNT program provides administrative, business management, programmatic contracting, information technology (IT), program management, engineering, logistics, test and evaluation (T&E), training, operations, security, technology protection, foreign military sales, and acquisition and strategic planning services to the Army director PNT systems.
The SETA services provided to PM PNT shall support the planning, development, management, sustainment, and execution of the U.
S.
Army's PNT portfolio.
PM PNT provides coordinated PNT system of systems architecture and associated PNT products for the Army's mounted and dismounted platforms.
PM PNT is the Army's lifecycle manager for the Mounted Assured PNT System (MAPS), Dismounted Assured PNT System (DAPS), Assured Protection and Alt Nav Technology Development; and the Resiliency and Software Assurance Measures (RSAM), as well as any future PNT efforts in both the Contiguous United States (CONUS) and outside the contiguous United States (OCONUS).
This position is hybrid requiring 2-3 days on site in Aberdeen, MD.
The specific duties include but are not necessarily limited to the following: Duties/ Responsibilities The System Security Specialist (SSP) will provide Technology Protection and engineering assistance to an Army acquisition program.
Applies scientific and engineering principles to identify security vulnerabilities in hardware, software, or firmware, assesses risks, and develops mitigations associated with system vulnerabilities.
Protects critical technology and recommends appropriate countermeasures and program protection strategies.
Provides subject matter expertise in the SETR process and through each adaptive acquisition framework pathway.
Key Duties Include: Developing and maintaining Program Protection Plans (PPPs) Conducting system decompositions and analysis to identify Critical Program Information (CPI) and Information-Communications Technology (ICT) Critical Components Evaluating threat and vulnerability information Conducting risk assessments Developing countermeasures to reduce risks to CPI and ICT critical components Required Skills/Abilities Must have an active TS/SCI Clearance.
Thorough understanding of engineering principles and analyzing a wide range of technology principles.
Familiarity with security requirements (e.
g.
, anti-tamper, exportability features, supply chain risk management, secure design, defense-in-depth and cybersecurity implementation) required.
Nice to Have Skills Experience developing, maintaining, and implementing Science and Technology Protection Plans and/or Program Protection Plans.
Understanding of program protection security requirements, such as: anti-tamper, exportability features, supply chain risk management, secure design, defense-in-depth, and cybersecurity implementation.
Working knowledge of DoD Instruction 5000.
83, "Technology and Program Protection to Maintain Technological Advantage.
" Certifications (desired): Defense Acquisition University Program Protection Credential.
Education and Experience: A degree in Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity or similar- Master's Degree in a specialized field plus a minimum of 4 years of applicable experience; OR Bachelor's Degree in the specialized field plus 5 years of applicable experience; OR Bachelor's Degree in any field with a minimum of 7 years of specialized experience Travel Requirement: None Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI Dynamo is a full lifecycle digital transformation company providing best-in-class technology and mission support services to our clients.
An SBA 8(a) Program participant, Dynamo maintains SBA 8(a) Mentor-Protégé Program Joint Ventures, providing us significant scale and further deepening our capabilities.
Dynamo's mission is to lead the digital transformation industry and provide best-in-class solutions for our clients with a truly human touch.
We leverage industry leading practices to empower our clients, ultimately providing them with the necessary tools, knowledge, and information required to successfully achieve their strategic goals, while optimizing their operations.
Through our partnerships, boldness, and authenticity, Dynamo goes against the grain of a traditional government contracting company by providing top-caliber team members, delivering quality results, and always exceeding expectations.
Dynamo Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.