Cyber Security Engineer II

Redhorse; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Medium is seeking a Cyber Operations Engineer located in Woodbridge, Virginia. This high-impact role involves providing engineering support for Computer Network Operations (CNO), including planning offensive cyber missions and integrating complex toolchains.

The ideal candidate will have an active Top Secret clearance and a minimum of 3 years of experience in cyber operations. Strong expertise in Linux and networking concepts is essential for mission readiness.

Qualifications

• An active Top Secret clearance is required.
• 3 or more years of experience in cyber operations.
• Experience testing CNO capabilities and troubleshooting systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering services for CNO lifecycle.
• Integrate tools and technologies for operational workflows.
• Maintain simulated environments for testing and training.

Skills

Experience supporting cyber operations

Troubleshooting cyber systems

Linux-based operating systems

Networking concepts

CNO capabilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

5 years CNO experience with certifications (CISSP, OSWP, or OSCP)

Job description

About the Role

Redhorse transforms the way government uses data and technology. To support this mission, we are seeking a Cyber Operations Engineer to provide critical engineering services in support of Computer Network Operations (CNO). In this role, you will be at the forefront of offensive cyber mission planning, integrating complex toolchains, and troubleshooting systems in realistic mission environments. This is a high-impact position where your technical aptitude directly enables the success of national security cyber activities and ensures that mission‑critical capabilities are tested, sustained, and ready for deployment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialized engineering services to support the full lifecycle of Computer Network Operations (CNO).
• Integrate multiple tools, technologies, and mission capabilities into cohesive and efficient operational workflows.
• Develop and maintain high‑fidelity simulated environments that accurately mimic real‑world operational scenarios for testing and training.
• Lead the testing, troubleshooting, and sustainment of CNO systems to ensure mission readiness.
• Provide technical guidance and operational analysis to support complex mission planning activities.
• Resolve technical problems for cyber mission activities through deep‑dive analysis and engineering solutions.
• Administer and maintain Linux‑based systems and infrastructure critical to the mission environment.
• Collaborate daily with a cross‑functional team of developers, operators, analysts, and engineers to achieve mission objectives.

Required Experience / Clearance

• An active Top Secret clearance.
• 3 or more years of experience supporting cyber operations, testing, or engineering activities.
• Demonstrated experience testing CNO capabilities and troubleshooting cyber systems/workflows.
• Hands‑on experience building or supporting simulated operational environments.
• Professional working knowledge of Linux‑based operating systems.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, protocols, and operational technologies.
• Familiarity with the application of diverse technologies within CNO environments.
• Educational requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Security, or Network Engineering.
• Equivalency Path: In lieu of a degree, candidates may substitute five (5) years of CNO experience AND at least one of the following certifications: CISSP, OSWP, or OSCP.

Desired Experience

• Experience supporting or developing capabilities involving 5G/4G cellular technologies, Bluetooth, or Wi‑Fi.
• Technical expertise in dissecting or analyzing complex network protocols.
• Familiarity with vulnerability research (VR) or reverse engineering (RE).
• Experience supporting effects‑based cyber capabilities.
• Experience working directly within classified or operational mission environments.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Redhorse Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.