Information Assurance (IA) Cyber Security Engineer

CACI•Hampton, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a mission-focused team responsible for securing the Air Force IC Enterprise Cross Domain Solution (ECDS) and External Services across multiple locations as an Information Assurance (IA) Cyber Security Engineer. In this role, you will design, implement, and sustain robust security controls that protect both classified and unclassified information. You’ll help ensure secure operations in multi‑level security environments while supporting intuitive user interface applications and critical enterprise services. If you’re passionate about defending complex systems and contributing to national security, this position offers a meaningful and rewarding path.

Requirements

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
BA/BS degree in a related field (AA/AS and additional experience may be considered)
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
Current DoD 8140 cybersecurity certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CISSP)
Strong problem‑solving abilities and a customer‑service mindset
Extensive experience with system/server hardware, operating systems, software applications, and network connectivity
Proactive approach to anticipating and resolving issues while optimizing resources
Experience collaborating effectively with client managers and system users
Experience with XACTA
Experience tracking and reporting CVUs
Experience with ELK or Splunk dashboards

Nice To Haves

Administrator‑level certifications in technologies such as Microsoft, RHEL, Linux, or VMware

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and enforce security policies and controls for enterprise and CDS environments
Conduct security assessments and vulnerability evaluations across cross‑domain and adjacent systems
Apply Risk Management Framework (RMF) principles, including security control assessments, ATO activities, and continuous monitoring
Ensure compliance with DISA STIGs, NIST standards, and Air Force IC cybersecurity requirements
Monitor security events, investigate incidents, and support coordinated incident response
Review and validate security configurations for user‑facing applications and support services
Prepare and maintain security documentation, including SSPs, POA&Ms, and control matrices
Work closely with platform engineers to integrate security controls into system architecture
Partner with civilian and military personnel to uphold physical, network, and cybersecurity procedures