Cyber Security Engineer IV

Aether Aerospace•Dayton, OH

4d•$128,413 - $182,000•Remote

About The Position

Aether Aerospace is hiring a full-time, permanent Cyber Security Engineer IV to support cyber defense initiatives and maintain security toolsets for continuous monitoring and compliance with industry and DoD Information Assurance (IA) standards. The position monitors, analyzes, and detects cyber events; assesses cyber risk; determines security requirements; conducts vulnerability analyses and risk assessments; implements intrusion detection methodologies; and supports security system installation, testing, compliance monitoring, and incident response. The engineer will design and integrate secure DoD IA architectures and develop preventive and reactive security measures. As an emerging authority, the engineer develops cybersecurity solutions and exercises considerable latitude in determining approaches to complex security challenges. The role collaborates with stakeholders on security initiatives, compliance, and risk management, while providing technical support to program strategies and contractual requirements. The position is remote, with Boston, MA or Dayton, OH preferred. The start date is immediate.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI clearance.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 8–10 years of experience, or a master's degree with 6–8 years of experience.
Extensive technical expertise in cybersecurity and the ability to operate as an emerging authority.
Ability to develop technical solutions to complex cybersecurity challenges with minimal supervision.
Ability to exercise considerable latitude in determining objectives and strategies for security operations.
Expertise in cybersecurity principles, risk management frameworks, and security compliance standards.
Experience with intrusion detection methodologies, vulnerability assessments, and security tools.
Familiarity with security monitoring solutions, incident response protocols, and DoD IA security architectures.

Nice To Haves

Experience with DoD IA architecture, risk management frameworks, and cybersecurity compliance initiatives.
Knowledge of network security principles, secure system design, and vulnerability management tools.
Familiarity with cybersecurity automation tools and security best practices for cloud and hybrid environments.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop and implement security solutions for evolving threats.

Responsibilities

Monitor, analyze, and detect cyber events and incidents across networks and information systems.
Coordinate and maintain security toolsets supporting continuous monitoring and risk assessment initiatives.
Determine security requirements through vulnerability analyses, risk assessments, and business strategy evaluations.
Implement security systems by specifying intrusion detection methodologies and overseeing system installations.
Conduct security testing, develop test scripts, and verify security systems for compliance and functionality.
Support incident response by analyzing security events and implementing corrective security measures.
Design, develop, and integrate DoD IA architectures in compliance with security frameworks and operational security standards.
Monitor adherence to security policies, standards, and procedures.
Develop and conduct security training programs to improve cybersecurity awareness and readiness.
Develop technical solutions to complex cybersecurity challenges, exercising considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches.
Provide technical support for operational strategies and program initiatives that optimize processes, enhance productivity, and ensure quality.
Ensure all planned hours are worked and recorded.
Identify and forward to leadership opportunities for growth within the work area.
Participate in growth efforts as requested.
Ensure contractual deliverables are met or exceeded to the customer's satisfaction.
Complete a personal PDP and attend company meetings with the camera on.
Build productive and positive professional relationships with clients.
Execute assigned contract requirements in accordance with contract-specific LCAT and requirements.