{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f16f6532ebe9b99a3ac9a0ae","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f16f6532ebe9b99a3ac9a0ae","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f16f6532ebe9b99a3ac9a0ae","title":"Cybersecurity Engineer","description":"Title: Cybersecurity Engineer\nLocation: Manassas, VA\nClearance: Active Secret Clearance Required\nCitizenship Requirement: US Citizenship is required.\nReq #: 4080\nSalary: $110,000 - $175,000 DOE\n\nSummary:\nCraig Technologies has an opening for a Cybersecurity Engineer supporting the work on the Submarine Command, Control, Communication Computers, Cyber-Defense & Intelligence contract supporting Systems Engineering & Intelligence. This work is located onsite in Manassas, Virginia.\n\nAn active Secret clearance is a requirement for this position.\n\nDetailed Description:\nDesign, implement, and maintain security controls and policies across multiple domains (Linux, Windows, cloud, containers, network devices)\nIntegrate secure configuration tools and processes for Linux and Windows environments\nPerform security assessments and validate configurations through automated testing and tailored solutions\nDevelop automation scripts, security tools, and test use cases using Python, C, C++, or Rust\nCreate and understand MBSE artifacts (SysML diagrams, requirements traceability matrices, interface control documents) that capture security requirements, threat models, and mitigation strategies\nResearch new Cybersecurity capabilities, complete trade‑studies, perform risk analysis, develop unconventional mitigations, and continuously integrate lessons learned and emerging knowledge into the program\nCreate clear and concise artifacts (presentations, whitepapers, etc.) for dissemination and provide actionable recommendations for peers, leadership, and customers\nPresent and lead discussions with various teams (working groups, technical exchange meetings, subsystems discussions) to ensure alignment of security objectives across all stakeholder groups\nFollow agile methodologies for task tracking (Jira - backlog, risk tracking, defect management) and maintain up‑to‑date security documentation & test plans (Confluence - create, organize, and collaborate on documentation)\n\nBasic Qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related engineering or IT field with 3 years of relevant experience or master’s degree and 2+ years of relevant cyber experience; Or 7 years of relevant experience.\nExperience with Linux systems and large system development\nExperience with basic networking switch/router/firewall/IDS concepts\nExperience developing Cyber Security Solutions (in any form) as a team\n\nDesired Skills:\nKnowledge of containers and securing the infrastructure through the cloud\nExperience in agile methodologies that highlight Atlassian tools, namely Jira and Confluence\nExperience in model-based system engineering concepts (MBSE)\nExperience in researching new Cybersecurity capabilities, performing trade studies, and providing expertise to peers and leadership.\nProficiency with Cyber best practice security concepts, models, and methods, (e.g., zero trust architecture and maturity model, advanced authentication methods, STIG coding practices)\nAbility to communicate and work effectively with internal members and external customers\nCreative thinker with strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and a continuous learning mindset\nLinux experience in scripting and/or development, e.g. Python, C, C++, Rust\nStrong communication and leadership skills to engage internal teams and external stakeholders\nPossess (or must obtain within 6 months of hiring) an approved DoD 8570 baseline certification for IAT Level II (Security+, GSEC, etc.)\n\nTask List:\nDesign, implement, and maintain security controls and policies across multiple domains (Linux, Windows, cloud, containers, network devices)\nIntegrate secure configuration tools and processes for Linux and Windows environments\nPerform security assessments and validate configurations through automated testing and tailored solutions\nDevelop automation scripts, security tools, and test use cases using Python, C, C++, or Rust\nCreate and understand MBSE artifacts (SysML diagrams, requirements traceability matrices, interface control documents) that capture security requirements, threat models, and mitigation strategies\nResearch new Cybersecurity capabilities, complete trade‑studies, perform risk analysis, develop unconventional mitigations, and continuously integrate lessons learned and emerging knowledge into the program\nCreate clear and concise artifacts (presentations, whitepapers, etc.) for dissemination and provide actionable recommendations for peers, leadership, and customers\nPresent and lead discussions with various teams (working groups, technical exchange meetings, subsystems discussions) to ensure alignment of security objectives across all stakeholder groups\nFollow agile methodologies for task tracking (Jira - backlog, risk tracking, defect management) and maintain up‑to‑date security documentation & test plans (Confluence - create, organize, and collaborate on documentation)\n\nThe salary range for this role is $110,000 - $175,000; however, Craig Technologies considers several factors when extending an offer for employment, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training and preferred skills and knowledge.\n\nNote: This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor's ability to modify work assignments as appropriate.\n\n***All candidates selected will be subject to a security background investigation and must meet all eligibility requirements for access to classified information. ***\n\nCraig Technologies is an EEO Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other non-job-related protected status. 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This work is located onsite in Manassas, Virginia.\n\nAn active Secret clearance is a requirement for this position.\n\nDetailed Description:\nDesign, implement, and maintain security controls and policies across multiple domains (Linux, Windows, cloud, containers, network devices)\nIntegrate secure configuration tools and processes for Linux and Windows environments\nPerform security assessments and validate configurations through automated testing and tailored solutions\nDevelop automation scripts, security tools, and test use cases using Python, C, C++, or Rust\nCreate and understand MBSE artifacts (SysML diagrams, requirements traceability matrices, interface control documents) that capture security requirements, threat models, and mitigation strategies\nResearch new Cybersecurity capabilities, complete trade‑studies, perform risk analysis, develop unconventional mitigations, and continuously integrate lessons learned and emerging knowledge into the program\nCreate clear and concise artifacts (presentations, whitepapers, etc.) for dissemination and provide actionable recommendations for peers, leadership, and customers\nPresent and lead discussions with various teams (working groups, technical exchange meetings, subsystems discussions) to ensure alignment of security objectives across all stakeholder groups\nFollow agile methodologies for task tracking (Jira - backlog, risk tracking, defect management) and maintain up‑to‑date security documentation & test plans (Confluence - create, organize, and collaborate on documentation)\n\nBasic Qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related engineering or IT field with 3 years of relevant experience or master’s degree and 2+ years of relevant cyber experience; Or 7 years of relevant experience.\nExperience with Linux systems and large system development\nExperience with basic networking switch/router/firewall/IDS concepts\nExperience developing Cyber Security Solutions (in any form) as a team\n\nDesired Skills:\nKnowledge of containers and securing the infrastructure through the cloud\nExperience in agile methodologies that highlight Atlassian tools, namely Jira and Confluence\nExperience in model-based system engineering concepts (MBSE)\nExperience in researching new Cybersecurity capabilities, performing trade studies, and providing expertise to peers and leadership.\nProficiency with Cyber best practice security concepts, models, and methods, (e.g., zero trust architecture and maturity model, advanced authentication methods, STIG coding practices)\nAbility to communicate and work effectively with internal members and external customers\nCreative thinker with strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and a continuous learning mindset\nLinux experience in scripting and/or development, e.g. Python, C, C++, Rust\nStrong communication and leadership skills to engage internal teams and external stakeholders\nPossess (or must obtain within 6 months of hiring) an approved DoD 8570 baseline certification for IAT Level II (Security+, GSEC, etc.)\n\nTask List:\nDesign, implement, and maintain security controls and policies across multiple domains (Linux, Windows, cloud, containers, network devices)\nIntegrate secure configuration tools and processes for Linux and Windows environments\nPerform security assessments and validate configurations through automated testing and tailored solutions\nDevelop automation scripts, security tools, and test use cases using Python, C, C++, or Rust\nCreate and understand MBSE artifacts (SysML diagrams, requirements traceability matrices, interface control documents) that capture security requirements, threat models, and mitigation strategies\nResearch new Cybersecurity capabilities, complete trade‑studies, perform risk analysis, develop unconventional mitigations, and continuously integrate lessons learned and emerging knowledge into the program\nCreate clear and concise artifacts (presentations, whitepapers, etc.) for dissemination and provide actionable recommendations for peers, leadership, and customers\nPresent and lead discussions with various teams (working groups, technical exchange meetings, subsystems discussions) to ensure alignment of security objectives across all stakeholder groups\nFollow agile methodologies for task tracking (Jira - backlog, risk tracking, defect management) and maintain up‑to‑date security documentation & test plans (Confluence - create, organize, and collaborate on documentation)\n\nThe salary range for this role is $110,000 - $175,000; however, Craig Technologies considers several factors when extending an offer for employment, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training and preferred skills and knowledge.\n\nNote: This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of the job. 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