Cyber Security Engineer

GovCIO; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Corporate Discounts

Learning & Development platform

Training, Education and Certification

Referral Bonus Program

Internal Mobility Program

Pet Insurance

Flexible Work Environment

Job summary

GovCIO is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to design, implement, and sustain security capabilities aligned with Zero Trust across AF IC mission systems. The role is on-site at Joint Base San Antonio, TX and requires TS/SCI clearance, with collaboration across AF cyber, IT, and mission operations.

The engineer will implement continuous verification, micro-segmentation, ABAC enforcement, and integrate SIEM/EDR/SOAR tools while producing security documentation and supporting accreditation per NIST

Qualifications

• Clearance TS/SCI is required.
• Experience in the AF Intelligence Community or IC mission organizations.
• IAT III Level Certification, CASP+/SecurityX, CCNP, CISA, CISSP, or CCSP.
• Strong understanding of Zero Trust principles, frameworks, and DoD Zero Trust Strategy.
• Hands‑on experience with security operations, vulnerability management, identity security, or network security.
• Familiarity with NIST RMF, NIST SP 800-53, DoD Cloud SRG, and IC security guidelines.
• Experience with security tools such as Splunk, ArcSight, Elastic, CrowdStrike, Tanium, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Engineer cybersecurity solutions aligned with Zero Trust architecture pillars: identity, devices, networks, applications/workloads, data, and analytics.
• Implement technical controls supporting continuous verification, micro-segmentation, and access enforcement.
• Support AF IC Zero Trust initiatives, including ICAM modernization, data tagging, and ABAC enforcement.
• Integrate security tools and platforms such as SIEM, EDR, SOAR, identity providers, and boundary security systems.
• Develop and maintain security documentation: system security plans, architecture diagrams, configuration standards, and POA&Ms.
• Participate in and support AF and IC accreditation activities following NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI standards, and DoD cybersecurity requirements.
• Conduct security assessments, risk analyses, vulnerability scans, and remediation activities.
• Collaborate with enterprise architects, cloud engineers, and mission partners to design secure workflows and secure data flows.
• Evaluate emerging Zero Trust technologies and recommend adoption strategies to enhance AF IC mission resilience.

Skills

Zero Trust principles

Security operations

Vulnerability management

Risk analysis

NIST SP 800-53

DoD cybersecurity

Collaboration with stakeholders

Education

High School + 10+ years experience

Tools

Splunk

ArcSight

Elastic

CrowdStrike

Tanium

Job description

Hampton, Virginia

Top Secret w/ SCI

On-site only

Cyber Security & Intelligence

Overview

GOV CIO is seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Engineer to design, implement, and sustain security capabilities that align with Zero Trust principles across AF IC mission systems. The Air Force Intelligence Community (AF IC) is advancing its enterprise cybersecurity posture through a comprehensive Zero Trust architecture. This role supports critical intelligence missions and requires strong collaboration with AF cyber, IT, and mission operations stakeholders. This position will be located at Joint Base San Antonio in San Antonio, TX and will be an onsite position.

Responsibilities

• Engineer cybersecurity solutions aligned with Zero Trust architecture pillars: identity, devices, networks, applications/workloads, data, and analytics.

• Implement technical controls supporting continuous verification, micro-segmentation, and access enforcement.

• Support AF IC Zero Trust initiatives, including ICAM modernization, data tagging, and attribute-based access control.

• Integrate security tools and platforms such as SIEM, EDR, SOAR, identity providers, and boundary security systems.

• Develop and maintain security documentation: system security plans, architecture diagrams, configuration standards, and POA&Ms.

• Participate in and support AF and IC accreditation activities following NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI standards, and DoD cybersecurity requirements.

• Conduct security assessments, risk analyses, vulnerability scans, and remediation activities.

• Collaborate with enterprise architects, cloud engineers, and mission partners to design secure workflows and secure data flows.

• Evaluate emerging Zero Trust technologies and recommend adoption strategies to enhance AF IC mission resilience.

Qualifications

High School with 10+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• Clearance Required: TS/SCI

• Experience in the AF Intelligence Community, Air Force ISR, 16th Air Force, or other IC mission organizations

• IAT III Level Certification, CASP+/SecurityX, CCNP, CISA, CISSP, or CCSP

• Strong understanding of Zero Trust principles, frameworks, and DoD Zero Trust Strategy.

• Hands‑on experience with security operations, vulnerability management, identity security, or network security.

• Familiarity with NIST RMF, NIST SP 800-53, DoD Cloud SRG, and IC security guidelines.

• Experience with security tools such as Splunk, ArcSight, Elastic, CrowdStrike, Tanium, or similar.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Background in DevSecOps, automation, or IaC tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or Kubernetes.

• Experience engineering solutions involving data tagging, cross-domain systems, or ABAC enforcement.

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#DL

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Posted Salary Range

USD $180,000.00 - USD $200,000.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process

• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team

• Camera must be on

• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview

• During the Hiring Process

• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening

• Background check, to include:

• Criminal history (past 7 years)

• Verification of your highest level of education

• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well‑being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Corporate Discounts

• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content

• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*

• Referral Bonus Program

• Internal Mobility Program

• Pet Insurance

• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full‑time employees

Our employees’ unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at‑will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.