Cloud Engineer

Dobbs Defense Solutions, LLC; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 118,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Dobbs Defense Solutions, LLC is seeking a skilled Cybersecurity Engineer in Fort Meade, Maryland. This role involves conducting cybersecurity assessments, providing engineering guidance, and ensuring effective cybersecurity measures are in place.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field and over 15 years of cybersecurity experience. The position requires an active Top Secret SCI clearance and offers a competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience with cybersecurity or information assurance.
• Minimum DOD 8140/DOD 8570 IAM Level II Certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cybersecurity engineering research and provide recommendations.
• Develop and deliver presentations on cybersecurity engineering topics.
• Plan and schedule the installation of new or modified security hardware.
• Analyze complex information and implement recommendations.
• Develop cybersecurity documentation and test plans.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or business discipline

Job description

Our Mission

At Dobbs Defense, we deliver mission‑centric IT, Cyber, and data analytics solutions for our government and commercial clients through the convergence of automation, innovation, training, and education. Delivering high‑quality IT, cybersecurity, and data analytics solutions through proven and innovative methods is our vision.

Job Description

Dobbs Defense Solutions is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer skilled in conducting assessments of cybersecurity architectures and implementation and recommending improvements in flexibility, scalability, and security. The candidate will attend coordination and synchronization sessions within the geographic area focused on cybersecurity tasking, operations support, and maintenance of cybersecurity systems. The candidate will maintain awareness of system security status and recommend solutions to prevent unauthorized activities. Provide engineering guidance to cybersecurity engineers Level 1 and 2 and guide the implementation of appropriate operational structures and processes to ensure an effective cybersecurity program.

Duties

• Initiate actions to conduct cybersecurity engineering research and analysis and provide recommendations for the implementation of security mechanisms
• Develop and deliver articulate and effective briefings/presentations on complex cybersecurity engineering topics as applicable to assigned projects to any size audience that may include high‑level decision makers
• Plan and schedule the installation of new or modified security hardware, operating systems, and software applications
• Analyze complex information independently, take appropriate actions, and review and implement recommendations from others
• Coordinate effort to develop all cybersecurity documentation, concept papers, and test plans required by Command policies and the Risk Management Framework
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge and understanding of DOD and/or Intelligence Community (IC) engineering efforts across multiple engineering disciplines

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Minimum 15 years of experience with cybersecurity or information assurance
• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or business discipline from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or related discipline
• Minimum DOD 8140/DOD 8570 IAM Level II Certification

Working Environment

On Site

Required Clearance

Active Top Secret SCI w/CI poly

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Dobbs Defense Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), gender expression and transgender status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital or domestic partner status, genetic information, citizenship, low‑income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

Salary Range

Pay range information will be disclosed consistent with applicable state and local pay transparency laws once available. For this position, the anticipated salary range is $118,000.000–$125,000.00, depending on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.