Cyber Defense Operations Engineer — CPT Mission Support

Cyber Synergy Consulting Group; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Cyber Synergy Consulting Group in the United States is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to support CPT mission operations by translating requirements into technical actions and coordinating with threat-focused teams. This role focuses on planning, SOPs, and briefings that strengthen DCO posture while aligning with mission objectives.

Applicants should have an active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph and experience in cyber operations.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph is REQUIRED.
• Experience supporting cyber operations or CPT-aligned missions.
• Strong written and verbal communication for documentation and briefs.
• Knowledge of adversary behavior and defensive cyber operations concepts.
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK and adversary emulation concepts.

Responsibilities

• Understand CPT objectives, operational end states, and DCO execution.
• Support CPT-aligned efforts across Hunt, Clear, Enable Hardening, and Assess.
• Assist with mission planning, prioritization, and alignment to objectives.
• Develop and improve processes, playbooks, SOPs, and reporting formats.
• Coordinate technical inputs across stakeholders (mission teams, engineers, system owners, leadership).
• Provide clear documentation and briefings translating cyber activity into risk, impact, and recommended actions.

Skills

Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph

Cyber operations experience

Strong written and verbal comms

MITRE ATT&CK familiarity

Education

Cybersecurity certifications (e.g., Security+, CISSP, GIAC)

Job description

Cyber Synergy Consulting Group in the United States is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to support CPT mission operations by translating requirements into technical actions and coordinating with threat-focused teams. This role focuses on planning, SOPs, and briefings that strengthen DCO posture while aligning with mission objectives.

Applicants should have an active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph and experience in cyber operations.