Cybersecurity Engineer

Job Summary This position supports cybersecurity operations for complex C5ISR systems, focusing on protecting IT infrastructure, applications, and networks in a mission-critical environment. The role involves implementing security controls, conducting vulnerability assessments, supporting incident response, and ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards and policies. Key Responsibilities Recommend and implement hardware, software, and network security solutions Administer, configure, and support secure IT infrastructure, including operating systems, networks, and applications Apply and manage STIG checklists across multiple technologies and develop cybersecurity policies and standard operating procedures Review Windows, Linux, cloud, network, and application STIGs, DoD SRGs, and vendor hardening guides Conduct ACAS vulnerability scans and generate reports with remediation recommendations Continuously monitor systems and applications for changes impacting security posture Provide daily cybersecurity operational support Create, track, and report audit metrics and findings to the appropriate security leadership Support investigations of cybersecurity incidents and potential breaches Analyze multiple data sources to identify indicators of compromise Prepare reports outlining findings, risks, and recommended actions Stay current on emerging cyber threats, attack techniques, and detection methods Develop scripts using PowerShell, Python, or similar languages to automate repetitive tasks Collaborate with other cybersecurity engineers to resolve security issues and develop scalable security solutions Required Skills & Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity At least 3 years of experience in malware analysis, digital forensics, or intrusion detection At least 2 years of experience using tools such as FTK, Wireshark, Autopsy, or similar technologies Minimum of 1 year of experience developing code in languages such as Python, Lua, C / C++, Ruby, or similar IAT Level I certification Active Secret security clearance Preferred Qualifications IAT Level II or III certification Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or an equivalent technical field