Cyber Security Engineer

Kundlas Consulting Group LLC•Christiansted,

11h

About The Position

The Cyber Security Engineer will support the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) READI contract by ensuring cybersecurity compliance for systems and networks supporting emergency response, disaster recovery, infrastructure restoration, and continuity of operations activities. This role provides cybersecurity expertise to protect information systems, communications infrastructure, and operational technology environments from cyber threats while maintaining compliance with federal cybersecurity requirements and security frameworks. The Cyber Security Engineer will support the implementation, monitoring, assessment, and maintenance of cybersecurity controls across enterprise systems, cloud environments, network infrastructure, and field-deployed technologies. The position requires close coordination with IT personnel, network engineers, system administrators, cybersecurity teams, and government stakeholders to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical systems supporting recovery operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Network Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Demonstrated professional experience in cybersecurity engineering, information assurance, network security, or related cybersecurity roles.
Strong knowledge of network security principles, firewalls, VPN technologies, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and endpoint security solutions.
Experience conducting vulnerability assessments, security evaluations, risk assessments, and incident response activities.
Familiarity with federal cybersecurity frameworks and standards including NIST, FISMA, RMF, CIS Controls, and related compliance requirements.
Experience supporting secure network and system operations in enterprise environments.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to coordinate with technical teams and government stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, Security+, GIAC, CASP+, or equivalent cybersecurity credentials.
Experience supporting USACE, DoD, FEMA, DHS, or other federal information technology and cybersecurity programs.
Familiarity with NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), Authority to Operate (ATO) processes, and federal compliance documentation.
Experience securing cloud environments including Microsoft Azure, AWS, or hybrid cloud infrastructures.
Experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms, threat monitoring tools, and security automation technologies.
Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash for security automation and system administration.

Responsibilities

Ensure cybersecurity compliance for systems, networks, and information technology assets supporting emergency response and recovery operations.
Implement, maintain, and monitor cybersecurity controls in accordance with federal requirements, NIST guidance, and organizational security policies.
Conduct vulnerability assessments, security scans, risk analyses, and compliance reviews to identify and mitigate cybersecurity risks.
Monitor network traffic, system logs, security alerts, and threat intelligence sources to detect and respond to potential cybersecurity incidents.
Support incident response, forensic analysis, containment activities, and corrective action planning following cybersecurity events.
Review system configurations, access controls, security architectures, and network designs to ensure compliance with established security requirements.
Coordinate with IT personnel, network engineers, system administrators, contractors, and government representatives to resolve cybersecurity issues and maintain secure operations.
Prepare security documentation, compliance reports, risk assessments, and technical recommendations supporting federal cybersecurity programs.
Support disaster recovery planning, continuity of operations activities, and cybersecurity readiness initiatives.
Maintain awareness of emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, technologies, and federal cybersecurity guidance relevant to emergency management and recovery operations.