C4PS-2510 Cybersecurity Engineer - Tactical Communications Systems - DEC 2026

C4 Planning Solutions•Camp Pendleton North, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cybersecurity Engineer provides cybersecurity engineering, vulnerability management, and system-hardening support for Marine Corps tactical communications systems, including MCWS-H/L, MCWS-X, SCAR, NGT, and LRS. The role identifies and mitigates vulnerabilities, maintains security compliance, and supports the operational readiness of critical communications systems. It is located at the Government Customer Site at Camp Pendleton, California, and requires in-person attendance due to facility clearance and ISO operating standards. The position requires an active security clearance and CompTIA Security+ certification. Travel is required; the employee must possess or be able to obtain a valid U.S. passport and be physically qualified to support military exercises and contingency operations. The employee must be willing to work in a 24x7x365 secured environment and allow for flexible scheduling. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time.

Requirements

Active security clearance.
CompTIA Security+ certification.
3–5 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, vulnerability management, systems administration, or a related technical field.
Hands-on experience conducting credentialed vulnerability scans and implementing remediation using ACAS, Tenable Nessus, or equivalent tools.
Working knowledge of DISA STIGs, SRGs, DoD cybersecurity standards, and system-hardening procedures.
Experience securing, patching, troubleshooting, and maintaining Windows operating systems and software images.
Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking, Ethernet, network switches, routers, and IP-based communications infrastructure.
Familiarity with DoD RMF, continuous monitoring, and IAVM processes.
Ability to assess cybersecurity vulnerabilities, implement effective mitigations, and maintain operational system functionality.
Experience preparing technical documentation, vulnerability reports, and security configuration procedures.
Must possess or be able to obtain a valid U.S. passport and be physically qualified to support military exercises and contingency operations.
Willingness to work in a 24x7x365 secured environment and allow for flexible scheduling.
Strong technical troubleshooting and analytical skills, attention to detail, adaptability, personal effectiveness and credibility, ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment, strong written and verbal skills, and ability to collaborate across technical teams.

Nice To Haves

Experience with tactical SATCOM systems, military communications equipment, or Marine Corps C4I systems.
Familiarity with Linux, firmware security, eMASS, and cybersecurity compliance documentation.

Responsibilities

Conduct recurring credentialed vulnerability scans of tactical communications systems, including laptops, network switches, satellite modems, and IP-based communications equipment.
Analyze vulnerability findings, assess operational impacts, and develop and implement remediation or mitigation strategies.
Configure, implement, and maintain DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), Security Requirements Guides (SRGs), and system-hardening baselines.
Develop, test, and maintain secure operating system images and software patches, including validating and distributing them through Government-managed repositories.
Support DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities, continuous monitoring, security assessments, and cybersecurity authorization requirements.
Assess cybersecurity impacts associated with hardware, software, firmware, and system configuration changes.
Respond to Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) notifications, cybersecurity task orders, and Government-directed security requirements.
Prepare vulnerability assessment reports, remediation documentation, and cybersecurity compliance records for Government leadership.
Coordinate with Government cybersecurity personnel and system engineers to resolve security issues while maintaining system functionality and operational readiness.