Intertek Acumen is looking for a Security Engineer III - FIPS to join our team in Rockville, MD.

***Based on a candidate geographical location, we are open to this position being Hybrid or Remote.

Job Overview

The Security Engineer III will be a part of and lead a team of engineers to assess the compliance of cryptographic modules against the Federal Information Processing Standard Information Technology (FIPS) 140-2/3 and ISO 19790/24579 Security Evaluation standard. The Security Engineer III has mastery of the FIPS 140-2/3 certification process and is proficient with ACVP and ESV. The Security Engineer III acts as the Point of Contact for customers and the government in support of FIPS 140-2/3 certifications. The Security Engineer III regularly provides both individual and overall lab training and guidance. For this position, a solid understanding of foundational networking concepts (OSI model, TCP/IP, Ethernet, etc.) is essential. Experience working with and an understanding of secure communications protocols (TLS, SSH, IPsec, MACsec, etc.) is of utmost importance. The Security Engineer III executes projects and provides operational oversight to other engineers in support of FIPS 140-2/3 certifications.

Scope of Work

• Conduct and lead FIPS 140-2 and FIPS 140-3 evaluations
• Assist in the development and review of all test reports and required certification documentation
• Lead CAVP algorithm testing using ACVP/ACVTS
• Support SP800-90B entropy evaluations
• Review/comment submission-related output from other Engineers
• Project POC with government
• Technical POC with customers
• Lead customer Gap Analysis workshops and create related consulting documentation
• Participate in external technical communities
• Lead internal training and mentorship activities

Who We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer/Information Science, Information Assurance/Cybersecurity, or equivalent degree (Masters Degree preferred)
• 4+ years of technical experience in FIPS 140-2/3 or a related area
• Proficiency with ACVP and ESV
• CVP, or ability to obtain CVP within 180 days of employment
• Excellent communication (written/verbal) skills and analytical skills
• High proficiency with customer interactions
• High proficiency in testing security products
• High proficiency in understanding and solving technical problems
• High proficiency in applying standards to different types of technology
• Ability to understand and speak on technical and programmatic levels
• Advanced networking skills
• Proficiency using security related protocols and their usage (e.g., TLS, SSH, IPsec)

Why Work at Intertek?

Intertek is a world leader in the $250 billion Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. At Intertek, we exercise our spirit of innovation, the passion of our people and our unmatched customer commitment to realize our purpose of making the world an ever better, safer, and more sustainable place for all. Learn more about Our History and What We Do .

Intertek is committed to a safe work environment for our employees and clients. Learn more about our COVID-19 Policy .

What we Have to Offer

When Working with Intertek , you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including

• Fully comprehensive benefits package; Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability
• 401(k) with company matching
• Competitive market pay
• Employee referral bonus
• Discounted prices on travel, merchandise, auto purchases
• Tuition reimbursement and much more

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, all hires are required to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Intertek believes that Our People are our strongest tool for success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status or on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeoc.data@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.