Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is searching for a Space Cyber Security Specialist (Senior) to support the Narrowband Satellite Communications (NBSC) program at Space Systems Command (SSC). This professional requires computer science and cybersecurity engineering experience to support the design, development, integration, test, and sustainment of cyber solutions, defensive and offensive for the Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) program. MUOS is a United States Space Force (USSF) narrowband military communications satellite system that supports a worldwide, multi-service population of users in the ultra-high frequency (UHF) band.

Why is MTSI known as a Great Place to Work?

• Interesting Work: Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
• Values: Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.
• 100% Employee Ownership: we have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.
• Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:
  • Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
  • Flexible schedules
  • 6% 401k match with immediate vesting
  • Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
  • Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
  • Up to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursement
  • Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
  • Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
• Track Record of Success: We have grown every year since our founding in 1993

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance.

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com.

As a Space Cyber Security Specialist (Senior) with MTSI, you will support the Narrowband Satellite Communications (NBSC) program at Space Systems Command (SSC). This professional requires computer science and cybersecurity engineering experience to support the design, development, integration, test, and sustainment of cyber solutions, defensive and offensive for MUOS. MUOS is a United States Space Force (USSF) narrowband military communications satellite system that supports a worldwide, multi-service population of users in the ultra-high frequency (UHF) band. In this position, you will provide Advisory and Assistance Service (A&AS) to SSC for procurement of additional satellites, ground systems and follow-on capability to the MUOS program. A successful candidate should be a leader and problem solver with a proven ability to deliver superior results as part of a high performing team in a high-profile, fast-paced environment.

Your essential job functions will include but may not be limited to:

• Works high-visibility, mission critical aspects of programs and performs all functional duties independently- oversees and responsible for efforts of subordinates.
• Install, configure, and maintain an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and internet systems or a segment of a network system, to include data communications network, operating systems, and physical and virtual servers.
• Perform System monitoring and verify the integrity and availability of hardware, network, and server resources and systems.
• Review System and application logs and verify completion of scheduled jobs, including system backups.
• Analyze network and server resource consumption and control user access.
• Conduct network modeling, analysis, planning, and coordination between network and data communications hardware and software.
• Communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy-oral and written.

• Minimum ten (10) years DoD/IC, or relevant industry work experience on SATCOM.
• Knowledge of evolving space cyber threats, strategy, policy, and regulation.
• Understanding of NBSC operational environment and corresponding mission user needs.
• Experience managing cybersecurity/IA issues such as secure provision, operate and maintain, protect and defend, analyze/investigate, respond, recover, and oversee/govern networks and systems.
• Experienced in interface with cyber authorities such as NSA to support Key Management Infrastructures (KMI) and manage Assessment and Authorization (A&A) approvals.
• Experience providing Information System Security Engineering (ISSE) subject matter expertise to obtain and maintain system authorizations such as: Interim Authority to Test (IATT), Interim and full Authority to Operate (IATO/ATO), Interim and full Authority to Connect (IATC/ATC), Cross Domain Solution Authorization (CDSA) and Assessment and Authorizations (A&A) in both the developmental and operational environments.
• Expertise in system test including the ability of systems designs to support testability requirements.
• Experience with Statements of Work (SOW) and Performance Work Statements (PWS).

Desired skills:

• Relevant DoD and/or Industry work experience in SATCOM/MUOS.
• Advisory and Assistance Service (A&AS) to Government program office.
• Experience with space and/or multi-domain warfighter operations.
• Experience with integrated air, space and cyberspace capabilities.
• Experience with ACAT I/II level acquisition programs.
• Experience in Space Systems Command (SSC) acquisition.
• Fluency with Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR) organizations.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science (BA/BS) degree from an accredited college or university.

Certifications Requirements:

• The ability to obtain DAWIA Level III certification in Information Systems or equivalent within 12 months after hire date.

Location/Travel Requirements:

• Primary looking for candidates to be in the vicinity of San Diego, CA, but open to discussing other location such as LA and COS with travel when required.
• You will be required to travel up to 25% of time within the continental United States and Hawaii.

Clearance Requirements:

• Candidate must have active TOP SECRET clearance as a condition of employment.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

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