Cyber Security Engineer

INCATech - Innovative Computing & Applied Technology; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Job summary

INCATech - Innovative Computing & Applied Technology is urgently seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to support critical DoD and Intel missions. This role requires an active Top Secret clearance and focuses on cybersecurity engineering, risk management, and compliance in classified environments. Responsibilities include applying RMF processes, conducting vulnerability assessments, and collaborating with various teams to ensure secure operations. The position offers a competitive benefits package, including health, dental, and 401K.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or equivalent experience.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II or higher certification (e.g., Security+, CySA+, CISSP).
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning and compliance tracking.

Responsibilities

• Apply RMF processes to support system Assessment & Authorization.
• Develop and maintain security documentation (SSPs, POA&Ms, etc.).
• Collaborate with system engineering teams to integrate security.

Skills

Cybersecurity engineering

Risk management

Compliance

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

XACTA

eMASS

ACAS

Jira

Confluence

Job description

CYBER SECURITY ENGINEER

Location: Springfield VA, Vienna, VA St. Louis, MO, potentially other locations. ALL work will be onsite.

Clearance: MUST possess active Top Secret clearance.

INCATech is URGENTLY searching for a Cyber Security Engineer. A Cyber Security Engineer supports critical DoD and Intel missions and programs. This role focuses on cybersecurity engineering, risk management, and compliance across cloud and on‑prem systems, supporting system authorization, vulnerability management, and secure operations in classified environments.

Responsibilities

• Applying RMF processes to support system Assessment & Authorization (A&A), including control selection, implementation, assessment, and continuous monitoring
• Developing, reviewing, and maintaining security documentation such as SSPs, POA&Ms, SARs, and ATO artifacts in tools such as XACTA or eMASS
• Conducting vulnerability assessments and compliance scans (e.g., ACAS) and tracking remediation of findings and IAVM requirements
• Implementing and validating security controls aligned with NIST 800‑53, CNSSI 1253, and related DoD guidance
• Supporting system hardening, patching, and configuration management in compliance with STIGs for Linux, Windows, and network devices
• Monitoring systems for security events and supporting incident response and risk mitigation activities
• Assessing security impacts of system changes and supporting configuration control boards (CCBs)
• Collaborating with system engineers, administrators, and DevSecOps teams to integrate security throughout the system lifecycle
• Providing cybersecurity risk input to program leadership, Authorizing Officials (AOs), and stakeholders

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience (or equivalent experience)
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II or higher certification (e.g., Security+, CySA+, CISSP)
• Experience with RMF, A&A, POA&M, and ATO documentation (XACTA/eMASS)
• Hands‑on vulnerability scanning and compliance tracking (ACAS, IAVM)
• Experience securing Linux and Windows systems, STIGs, patching, and system hardening
• Knowledge of NIST 800-series publications and incident response processes
• Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills

Preferred

• Scripting or development experience (Python, Java, React)
• DevSecOps tools and pipeline experience
• Experience with Linux (Red Hat/CentOS), databases, web apps, or big data platforms
• Familiarity with Agile environments and tools (Jira, Confluence)
• Experience with NIST SP 800‑171 and System Security Engineering (SSE)

Benefits

INCATech offers a competitive comprehensive benefits package. Our most valuable asset at INCATech is our people. Our benefits package is designed to help and safeguard our employees and their families. Benefits include: Health, Dental, 401K, Vision, Paid Time Off, Life Insurance etc.

INCATech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.