Principal Cybersecurity Engineer

ABOUT BLACKROCK STRATEGY, INC. Blackrock Strategy, Inc. (BrS) is a Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) delivering tailored solutions to government and commercial clients. Our expertise spans the Department of War, Intelligence Community, private equity, high-net-worth individuals, and business leaders. Our mission is to optimize resources, reduce risk, and protect our clients’ interests through expert assessments and proactive strategies. We deliver solutions that enhance safety, resilience, and mission effectiveness in complex environments. At Blackrock Strategy, Inc., we invest in our people. You will work on meaningful, high-impact efforts alongside a team that values critical thinking, collaboration, and ownership. POSITION OVERVIEW Blackrock Strategy, Inc. is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer to provide senior-level technical leadership supporting cyberspace test, evaluation, and capability development efforts. This role sits at the intersection of cyber engineering, test & evaluation, and operational experimentation, supporting the integration and assessment of advanced cyber capabilities within government mission environments. You will support the Prototyping & Experiments Technical and Engineering Support effort for Washington Headquarters Services (WHS), Acquisition Directorate (AD), working directly with government stakeholders to evaluate emerging technologies and inform mission-critical decisions. This position is contingent upon contract award. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE Cyber capabilities are effectively tested, validated, and transitioned into operational environments Technical assessments clearly identify system performance, risks, and operational feasibility Emerging cyber technologies are successfully integrated into test and mission environments Stakeholders receive clear, actionable insight into system effectiveness and tradeoffs Test and evaluation activities directly inform acquisition and operational decisions Cross-functional teams operate with alignment across engineering, testing, and mission execution Risks and performance gaps are identified early and mitigated before impacting delivery KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Provide senior-level technical leadership across cyber engineering and cyberspace test & evaluation efforts Support analysis, assessment, demonstration, testing, and experimentation of cyber capabilities Support research, development, integration, and testing of innovative technologies for offensive and defensive cyber operations Evaluate and validate system and sensor performance, effectiveness, and operational feasibility Recommend and support assessments to determine system performance and associated risks Support integration of emerging cyber capabilities into operational and test environments Coordinate with government stakeholders, engineers, and program leadership to align technical execution Support project management activities across complex, multi-disciplinary technical efforts Develop technical documentation, test plans, and assessment reports to support mission objectives REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Active TS/SCI clearance with SAP eligibility 15+ years of experience in cyber engineering and cyberspace test & evaluation 10+ years of experience supporting project management for technical or cyber-related programs 10+ years supporting analysis, assessment, demonstration, testing, and/or experimentation of cyber capabilities Demonstrated experience supporting research, development, integration, and testing of innovative cyber technologies 10+ years of experience evaluating and validating system and sensor performance in operational environments Experience recommending assessments to determine system performance and associated risks Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related engineering field Must meet certification requirements in accordance with applicable DoD directives and instructions Must possess one or more of the following certifications:CISSP, CISM, CISA, CASP+, OSCP, GIAC, or CCSP PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) or military programs Experience working in prototyping, experimentation, or emerging technology environments Familiarity with cyber operations in both offensive and defensive contexts Experience supporting high-visibility, government-led technical programs WORK ENVIRONMENT Based in the National Capital Region (NCR), supporting government site operations Operates in a high-visibility, fast-paced mission environment Requires frequent interaction with government leadership, engineering teams, and mission stakeholders Supports complex, multi-organization technical efforts with direct mission impact LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to clearly communicate complex cyber and technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences Ability to prepare executive-level briefings, technical reports, and assessment summaries REASONING ABILITY Ability to evaluate complex cyber systems, analyze technical tradeoffs, and assess operational impact Capable of identifying risks, performance gaps, and integration challenges across cyber environments Ability to synthesize technical findings into clear, actionable recommendations for leadership EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Blackrock Strategy, Inc. is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a workplace free from discrimination. We recruit, hire, and advance qualified individuals based on merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also take affirmative action to employ and advance veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Human Resources department at (256) 429-3608.