Cyber Security Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Cyber Security Engineer to join our team in North Charleston, South Carolina. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a critical role in supporting mission-essential systems and ensuring the security of Department of Defense (DoD) intelligence and command-and-control operations. This opportunity requires a strong background in cybersecurity and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, reliable, and high-performing solutions.

Responsibilities:
• Provide recurring security patch updates and application maintenance for military intelligence and command-and-control systems.
• Conduct integration, functional, and operational testing to validate system reliability and performance.
• Perform Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) activities to ensure compliance and mission readiness.
• Implement and maintain cybersecurity controls in accordance with DoD standards and best practices.
• Manage configuration management processes, including version control, change tracking, and baselining.
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation for system users and stakeholders.
• Support the development and sustainment of secure and resilient systems for C5ISR, information operations, and enterprise IT environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop solutions that meet operational requirements and enhance mission capabilities.
• Enhance deployment and update processes to improve system efficiency and minimize downtime.• A minimum of 10 years of experience with a master’s degree, or 14 years with a bachelor’s degree, in computer design, software development, or computer networking.
• At least 5 years of technical experience supporting military or DoD command-and-control systems.
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Mathematics with a concentration in Computer Science.
• Certified Information Systems Security (CISSP) certification.
• Proficiency in cybersecurity tools and technologies, including Checkpoint, firewall technologies, and Cisco ASA.
• Strong knowledge of configuration management processes and tools.
• Eligibility for a TS/SCI clearance and must be eligible to work in the U.S.
• Additional certifications such as Cisco CCNP, VMware Certified, or cloud-related certifications are highly desirable.