Cybersecurity Systems Engineer Cover Letter

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for subject matter expertise in the creation, editing, and management of rules and filters for specialized cyber security systems including but not limited to network and host-based IDS, IPS, firewall, web application firewall, proxy and SIEM systems Contributes to the completion of milestones associated with specific projects.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience in cybersecurity requirements evaluation and validation
• Knowledge of cybersecurity systems engineering principles
• Knowledge of STIG application and hardening operating systems
• Knowledge of Cyber technologies and how they impact a mission system
• Experience in Cyber threat assessment and risk management of a mission system
• Deep understanding of the development, monitoring, and enforcement of CyberseIA procedures and processes for classified information processing systems, to include implementation of system auditing
• Expertise in the design and developing of system security engineering products and system security architectures, including development of CONOPS, Cybersecurity, IA requirements, and IA test plans/procedures
• Strong Knowledge of architecture/design practices for DoD system high, multi-level secure (MLS), and cross-domain systems

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for continuous monitoring of integration and test infrastructure components by leveraging Host Based Security Solutions (HBSS) and Continuous Monitoring and Risk Scoring dashboards.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Proficient with Windows Scripting
• Quick learner of new concepts and technologies
• A current, Single Scoped Background Investigation (SSBI) or Top Secret clearance
• Demonstrated understanding of some model-based systems engineering (MBSE) approaches
• Experience with simulators and DIS or HLA communication protocols
• Microsoft Windows and Linux (CentOS) administration experience – enough to recommend specific fixes to specific vulnerabilities
• Evidence of the contribution of fixes to vulnerabilities found in the work of others
• Information Assurance or Cybersecurity experience

I would like to submit my application for the cybersecurity systems engineer opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for server and network administration and other related support, including maintenance and operation of a diverse array of Windows (2008+) and Linux servers.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Demonstrated experience implementing cryptographic algorithms in software
• Proven capabilities in developing security documentation in support of system security A&A (IATT/ATO) and compliance, including RMF/DIACAP, DoDI 8500.2, NIST SP 800-53
• Networking, firewalls, intrusion detection, and penetration testing experience
• Experience with HAIPE and/or NSA Type 1 crypto/key management development and integration
• Exposure to multiple operating systems
• Familiarity with system architecture modeling, DODAF, UML, SysML, and use case development
• Experience in key management for COTS/GOTS cryptographic units embedded in large systems
• Proficiency in proposal development, program management, and business development

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

Previously, I was responsible for first responder services (on call) on network security incidents as a subject matter expert within our Incident Management Framework.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Knowledge of Air Force Avionics systems
• Previous work with Air Force avionics systems and/or Electronic Warfare systems
• Prior bomber operational experience or bomber aircraft Test and Evaluation experience
• Minimum BS in Information Technology, Computer Networking, Security, or related field
• MCSA/MCSE Certified
• CompTIA Network+ Certified (or similar professional networking certification)
• Proficient with Wired and Wireless Networking setup and troubleshooting including Enterprise Security
• Proficient with Microsoft management and security tools (SCCM, WSUS, Group Policy, AppLocker, BitLocker, etc)

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for support for security divisions, namely zone-based data center, zone-based local break-out, and zone-based VPN (Virtual Private Network).

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Demonstrated experience to integrate system hardware and software components
• Crypto system requirements capture and design formulation
• Familiarity with crypto algorithms and their implementation
• Integration of crypto system hardware and software components
• Verification and validation of crypto system functional and security requirements
• Development of software based tools to support crypto system development, integration, and verification
• Development of artifacts to support certification of crypto system and components
• Experience with Information Assurance and/or Cybersecurity industry standards of practice