Blue Team Cybersecurity Engineer

DirectViz Solutions, LLC; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive medical benefits

401(k) match

Generous PTO accrual

Professional development reimbursement

Corporate-funded technology certifications

Job summary

A government IT contractor is looking for a skilled Blue Team Cybersecurity Engineer to enhance security for advanced military systems. The position requires a Bachelor's in a technical field with extensive cybersecurity experience. Responsibilities include analyzing risks, implementing secure architectures, and conducting assessments using advanced frameworks like MITRE. Candidates must possess or be eligible for an Active Secret clearance and have a strong command of IT security policies. This role supports national security initiatives and offers competitive compensation along with professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering.
• Ability to design and implement secure systems.
• Active Secret clearance required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Analyze cybersecurity risks and identify vulnerabilities.
• Design and implement secure architectures.
• Conduct rigorous testing and maintain cybersecurity measures.

Skills

System hardening

Networking and virtualization technologies

Vulnerability assessments

DoD cybersecurity policies

Threat intelligence analysis

Management of security controls

Education

Bachelor's in Information Systems, IT, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering with 10 years experience

PhD with 5 years experience

Master's degree with 8 years experience

Tools

Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)

MITRE ATT&CK framework

MITRE D3FEND framework

Linux

Windows

Job description

DirectViz Solutions (DVS) is a dynamic and rapidly growing government contractor committed to delivering innovative IT solutions that address the mission‑critical needs of our government clients. Through the expertise and dedication of our talented team, we provide cutting‑edge technology services designed to achieve success and exceed expectations.

At DVS, we prioritize our employees as our greatest asset. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive medical benefits, a 401(k) match, generous PTO accrual, professional development reimbursement, corporate‑funded technology certifications, and robust employee recognition and appreciation programs.

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Blue Team Cybersecurity Engineer to provide cybersecurity engineering support for the research, testing, and development of advanced military systems. As cyber threats continue to rise, integrating robust security measures from the outset is critical. This role involves analyzing cybersecurity risks, designing and implementing secure systems, conducting rigorous testing, and maintaining cybersecurity throughout the lifecycle of military systems. The ideal candidate will also assess and enhance the security posture of legacy systems to ensure resilience against emerging threats.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze cybersecurity risks in military systems to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Design and implement secure architectures to prevent cyberattacks and unauthorized access.
• Perform Testing & Evaluation (T&E) on systems to identify weaknesses and enhance security controls.
• Maintain and enforce cybersecurity measures throughout the entire system lifecycle.
• Evaluate and enhance the security of legacy systems to ensure continued compliance and protection.
• Apply advanced cybersecurity frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK and MITRE D3FEND to strengthen defense mechanisms.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments using tools such as the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) and remediate findings by implementing vendor patches across Linux and Windows environments.
• Design, implement, configure, and enforce security controls on networks, hardware, and software components.
• Stay updated on emerging threats and provide threat intelligence insights to enhance system security.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering and 10 years OR a PhD and 5 years OR a Masters degree and 8 years of experience in the following areas:
  • System hardening to protect against cyber threats.
  • Networking and virtualization technologies.
  • Application and enforcement of DoD cybersecurity policies and security tools.
  • Conducting vulnerability assessments and implementing mitigation strategies.
  • Threat intelligence analysis to identify emerging threats.
  • Implementation and management of security controls across diverse IT environments.
• Certifications: DoD 8570.01-M Baseline Certification, minimum IAT Level III, in accordance with DFARS 252.239-7001.
• Clearance: Active Secret or higher required.

Why Join Us

• Work on cutting‑edge cybersecurity initiatives for advanced military systems.
• Contribute to national security by protecting critical defense assets.
• Collaborate with top cybersecurity professionals in a mission‑driven environment.
• Competitive compensation and professional growth opportunities.

If you are a cybersecurity professional with a passion for securing military systems against evolving threats, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our innovative team!

Physical and Mental Qualifications

• Maintain focus and awareness throughout scheduled working hours.
• Perform tasks requiring prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk, utilizing a computer, mouse, and keyboard.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 15 pounds as needed.
• Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong command of the English language.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Quickly learn and retain routine tasks and processes.
• Possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, business correspondence proficiency, and self‑management capabilities.
• Perform the essential functions of the role satisfactorily; reasonable accommodation will be provided for employees with disabilities upon request.
• Accept and adapt to additional responsibilities or changes to assigned duties as determined by DirectViz Solutions (DVS).

DirectViz Solutions, LLC (DVS) is an equal opportunity employer who prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, sex (including pregnancy), age, gender identity, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

DVS has a zero‑tolerance policy for harassment, threats, coercion, discrimination, and intimidation. Employees may file a complaint or exercise any right protected by Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, or the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998.