Cyber Security Engineer

Netrolynx AI; United States; On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Work-life balance

Flexible schedule

Competitive pay

Job summary

MANTECH is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Engineer to lead technical operations in Chantilly, VA. The role focuses on executing advanced cybersecurity engineering solutions and safeguarding critical enterprise systems in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

You will develop, implement and manage security measures, ensuring compliance with industry standards and government regulations while maintaining the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of client systems for mission-critical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent with 4+ years of experience.
• 5+ years of cybersecurity experience including RMF.
• Leadership experience managing small to medium-sized engineering teams.
• Proficiency with Jira, Confluence and Microsoft Office products.
• Solid understanding of DoD/IC policies and guidance for information systems.
• Active IAT Level II certification (GSEC, Security+, SSCP, or CCNA-Security) or ability to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Develop project schedules using the ESS platform built on Microsoft Project.
• Create briefing decks with cost estimates for senior leadership.
• Author and organize technical documentation; manage customer engagement and requirements.
• Coordinate engineering, integration and admin functions to deliver capabilities and documentation.
• Ensure all project aspects meet established implementation plans and schedules.
• Oversee build-out and testing of applications and tools in virtual and physical environments.
• Manage incident and request ticket queues through ServiceNow, providing Tier 2–4 support, including after-hours.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Company

MANTECH is a leading provider of innovative technology solutions and professional services dedicated to supporting government agencies and commercial clients. With a strong commitment to excellence, MANTECH specializes in cybersecurity, systems engineering, and mission-critical support, ensuring the security and efficiency of complex enterprise systems. The company fosters a collaborative environment that encourages continuous learning, innovation, and professional growth, making it a preferred employer for talented professionals seeking impactful careers in the technology sector.

About The Role

We are seeking a motivated, career-oriented Senior Cyber Security Engineer to join our dynamic team in Chantilly, VA. In this role, you will be instrumental in leading technical operations, executing advanced cybersecurity engineering solutions, and safeguarding critical enterprise systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop, implement, and manage security measures that protect sensitive information and ensure compliance with industry standards and government regulations. Your expertise will help maintain the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our clients' systems, supporting their mission-critical operations.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience with over four years of relevant work experience. A minimum of five years of cybersecurity experience, including direct involvement with Risk Management Framework (RMF), is required. Leadership experience managing or supporting small to medium-sized teams in engineering operations is highly desirable. Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Microsoft Office products is essential. Candidates must demonstrate a solid understanding of DoD/IC policies and technical security guidance applicable to information systems. An active IAT Level II certification (GSEC, Security+, SSCP, or CCNA-Security) is mandatory, or the candidate must be able to obtain it within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing comprehensive project schedules utilizing the Enterprise Scheduling Service platform (ESS) built on Microsoft Project, ensuring timely delivery of cybersecurity initiatives.
• Create detailed briefing decks, including cost estimates, to support presentations to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Author and organize technical documentation, manage customer engagement, document technical requirements, and facilitate clear communication with clients.
• Coordinate engineering, integration, and administrative functions necessary to deliver capabilities, documentation, and services aligned with operational and engineering baselines.
• Ensure all project aspects are completed and delivered according to the established implementation plans and schedules.
• Oversee the build-out and testing of sophisticated applications and tools within virtual and physical environments to validate functionality and security.
• Manage incident and request ticket queues through ServiceNow, providing Tier 2-4 support to customer systems, including after-hours and weekend support when necessary.

Benefits

MANTECH offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being and professional development.

• competitive salaries
• health insurance plans
• retirement savings options
• paid time off
• ongoing training opportunities
• tuition reimbursement programs
• collaborative work environment that promotes innovation and career growth
• work-life balance
• flexible work arrangements to accommodate personal commitments

Equal Opportunity

MANTECH is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We believe diversity drives innovation and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals.