Cyber Security Engineer - Top Secret Clearance | Charleston, SC

Cyber Security Engineer – Top Secret Clearance | Charleston, SC

Cambridge International Systems, Inc.

Join a dynamic global team united by shared values : commitment, integrity, and perseverance. At Cambridge, you’ll work alongside top talent worldwide, tackling some of today’s most complex and critical challenges in defense and security.

We are currently seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to support operations in Charleston, SC. This is a full-time, CONUS position requiring an active DoD Top Secret clearance.

What You’ll Do

As a Cyber Security Engineer, you will play a critical role in monitoring, analyzing, and detecting cyber events and incidents within information systems and networks, that serve U.S. government missions at the Cambridge corporate office. You will :

Cybersecurity Monitoring & Incident Detection :

Continuously monitor and analyze network traffic, system logs, and security alerts to identify suspicious activities and potential threats.

Detect, investigate, and escalate cybersecurity incidents, ensuring timely response and documentation.

Cyber Defense Operations :

Support integrated, dynamic cyber defense strategies in alignment with organizational risk management frameworks.

Coordinate and maintain security tools and platforms to support continuous monitoring and ongoing authorization programs (e.g., RMF, NIST frameworks).

Establish frameworks to quantify and measure cyber risk, enabling risk-based decision-making across the enterprise.

Security Architecture & Risk Assessment :

Evaluate business strategies to determine cybersecurity requirements, aligning them with current information security standards and best practices.

Conduct system security and vulnerability assessments, risk analysis, and architectural reviews to identify integration challenges and security gaps.

Develop cost estimates for implementing security solutions based on risk and compliance assessments.

Policy Compliance & Authorization :

Prepare, implement, and ensure compliance with cybersecurity policies, standards, and Assessment and Authorization (A&A) requirements.

Plan, implement, upgrade, and monitor cybersecurity controls to enhance resilience and support accreditation processes.

Vulnerability Management & Incident Response :

Identify and assess cybersecurity vulnerabilities, propose remediation strategies, and track mitigation efforts.

Respond to and investigate cybersecurity breaches; re-establish protections and submit incident reports in accordance with regulatory requirements.

Testing & Verification :

Develop and execute test scripts to verify the functionality and effectiveness of implemented security measures.

Conduct security validation activities to ensure compliance with operational and technical security controls.

Training & Awareness :

Develop and deliver cybersecurity training programs to enhance user awareness and adherence to security practices.

Lead post-incident reviews and security workshops to promote a security-conscious culture.

System Design & Secure Architecture :

Design, develop, and integrate DoD Information Assurance (IA) architectures and system components for secure use within computing, network, and enclave environments.

Ensure system architectures (including programs of record and special-purpose processing nodes) meet functional, performance, and security requirements.

Support secure integration of platform IT and special-purpose systems with existing infrastructure.

W hat You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications :

Education & Experience :

HS Diploma + 5 years of relevant experience

Technical Expertise :

Experience with the RMF Process

Experience with policy and RMF artifact development.

Ability to lead a team of cyber security professionals and direct tasking and provide mentorship and leadership.

Experience web-based applications designed to support the RMF and A&A such as eMASS and MCCAST.

Certifications :

CISSP or CASP+ certification

Must have a current and active DoD Top Secret security clearance.

Proficient with modern IT tools and infrastructure technologies

Develops technical solutions to complex problems.

Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment.

Preferred (Nice to Have) :

• Desire experience with HBSS.

Travel & Passport

Work Environment

Office setting :

Primarily an office-based role in Charleston, SC.

Standard desk / computer work with flexibility for walking and movement on site

Must be able to work in an office environment, sitting at a desk, looking at a computer for most of the workday.

Work is physically comfortable; the employee has discretion about sitting, walking, standing, etc.

May be required to travel short distances to offices / conference rooms and buildings on site.

Background & Security

Employment is contingent upon successful background investigation

Drug screening may be required for federal contract compliance

Benefits & Perks

We believe in investing in our team—both professionally and personally :

Medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and critical illness insurance

401(k) immediate vesting and match

Paid time off and company holidays

Generous tuition & training support

Relocation assistance

Sign-on and performance-based bonuses

Employee referral program

Access to Tickets at Work, EAP, wellness initiatives, and more

Join Us

If you're driven by mission, technology, and teamwork—we want to hear from you. Cambridge is growing, and this position is just one of many opportunities on our global team. Know someone perfect for the role? Referrals are welcome—both employees and non-employees may qualify for a bonus.

Apply today and help shape the future of secure cloud computing for national security.

About Cambridge International Systems

At Cambridge, innovation grows through diversity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment for all. Learn more at www.cbridgeinc.com .

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