Cybersecurity Engineer, Mid Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the cybersecurity engineer, mid position.

Previously, I was responsible for security control (including overlays) guidance and recommendations using those requirements found in the NIST 800-53, DCID 6/3, DoDI 8510.01, Intelligence Community Directives and other applicable policies;.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Risk Management Framework, Security +, CISSP Certification
• Advanced certification in cybersecurity
• Military program experience
• Experience with Cybersecurity, IA and accreditation support, and DIACAP
• Experience with developing and presenting technical information and presentations to non–technical audiences and clients
• Knowledge of DoDI 8500.01 Cybersecurity, DoD 8510.01Risk Management Framework (RMF) for DoD IT, DoD 8500.2 - Information Assurance Implementation 44 U.S. C
• Experience with AISR data transport communications architectures
• Experience with DoD acquisitions, including the DoD 5000 series preferred

I am excited to be applying for the position of cybersecurity engineer, mid. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for iA guidance at meetings, briefings and design reviews and during system development in accordance with prevailing IA regulations and policies.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Experience with implementing Cybersecurity solutions into ICS environments
• Experience with drafting and delivering RMF packages
• Knowledge of DoD, Army, and intelligence community information assurance and security laws, regulations, and policies, including mandates
• DoD 8570-Compliant Certification, including Security+
• Experience in secure software design practices
• Experience with software cyber vulnerabilities and defenses
• Recent code development experience in multiple languages (C/C++, Java preferred)
• Experience in multiple operating environment (VxWorks, Linux, Windows, iOS, Android)

In response to your job posting for cybersecurity engineer, mid, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for guidance during the design of the control systems and control system communication networks to identify DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP)/RMF issues, as well as to complete the DoDI 8510 (DIACAP)/RMF within the confines of the USMC policy.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Experience with DoD secure communications products
• Experience with COMSEC devices and certification requirements' methodology and documentation
• Knowledge of Navy, DoD, and other security and information assurance-related security requirements, including DCID 6-3, DoDIIS, DoD Certification, and NIST guidelines
• Security+, CISSP, CISM, GIAC, CEH, CISA, or GCIH Certification preferred
• Knowledge of RMF and NIST processes
• Experience with working in DoD environments
• Experience with Cybersecurity work
• Experience with installing, configuring, or troubleshooting IT devices

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the cybersecurity engineer, mid position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for artifacts for National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF) Security Authorization efforts.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience in customer service or help desk environments
• Current DoDI 8570 IAT Level II Certification or obtain within the first 6 months of hire
• Experience in using SecurityCenter, Nessus for Cybersecurity assessments
• Experience working with Government organizations and systems
• CAP, CASP or IAM Level II Certification
• Knowledge of Cybersecurity, information assurance, or security practices
• Experience with missile defense systems
• Experience with inventory and assessment of ICS

Please consider me for the cybersecurity engineer, mid opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for dedicated Assessment and Authorization (A&A) support services as defined in the DoD/DoN Risk Management Framework (RMF).

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience in code analysis and/or penetration testing
• Experience in machine learning or AI for cyber event detection and defense
• Experience with network security and networking technologies and system, security, and network monitoring tools​
• Knowledge of IA policies, including DIACAP, NIST, RMF, and Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA)
• CAP or CASP, IAM Level II Certification
• Security+ and/or equivalent related security-related certification
• Experience leading technical discussions with internal and external customers
• Understanding of Relational Database Management System (RDBMS) and query language, scripting and APIs