Cybersecurity Engineer

Govcio LLC•Hampton, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

GovCIO is hiring a Cybersecurity Engineer to support modernization efforts. The position is fully onsite at Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Hampton, Virginia. The engineer will lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure digital infrastructure; develop and enforce security protocols; operate and enhance cybersecurity systems; and protect the organization’s information assets. The role maintains a robust security posture across environments and provides expert guidance and technical oversight to internal and external stakeholders. It also involves supporting government representatives and collaborating with the client on strategic design, translating security requirements into technical designs.

Requirements

High school education and 9+ years of experience, or commensurate experience.
Active TS/SCI eligibility.
Expert knowledge of fundamental and advanced cybersecurity.
DoD 8140 IAM Level III certification, such as CISSP, GSLC, or CISM.
Proven experience developing, operating, and maintaining security systems.
Extensive knowledge of operating systems and database security.
Proficiency in networking technologies, network security, and network monitoring solutions.
Knowledge of security systems including antivirus applications, content filtering, firewalls, authentication systems, and intrusion detection and notification systems.
In-depth knowledge of security protocols and principles.
Critical-thinking skills and ability to solve complex problems.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or a related field.
Proficiency in secure network architectures, encryption technologies and standards, application security, virtualization technologies, and secure coding practices.
Familiarity with identity and access management principles, networking routing techniques, social engineering, Advanced Persistent Threat (APT), and gateway anti-malware.

Responsibilities

Develop, execute, and track the performance of measures that protect information, network infrastructure, and computer systems.
Design computer security strategy and comprehensive cybersecurity architecture.
Identify, define, and document system security requirements, and recommend solutions to management.
Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain security infrastructure software and hardware.
Install software to monitor systems and networks for security breaches and intrusions.
Monitor systems for irregular behavior and establish preventive measures.
Plan, develop, implement, and update the organization’s information security strategy.
Educate and train staff in information system security best practices.
Ensure appropriate security features and safeguards are implemented on information systems in accordance with DoD/IC policies and directives and industry best practices.
Apply understanding of the system development lifecycle and provide guidance to government representatives.
Participate with the client in strategic design, translating security requirements into technical designs.