Cyber Security Project Engineer

Ardent Principles, Inc.; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Principles, Inc. in Chantilly, VA seeks a Cyber Security Project Engineer to manage network security, web technologies, and cyber data to identify risks and strengthen defenses.

The role focuses on network protocols, traffic analysis, browser security, and modern cybersecurity practices within a fast-paced environment. The position requires active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph and is onsite in Chantilly, VA.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph is required.
• Onsite in Chantilly, VA—full-time.
• Experience with network protocols, traffic analysis, and browser security.

Responsibilities

• Work with network infrastructure and security tools to identify risks and improve defenses.
• Analyze network traffic and system logs to support secure operations.
• Configure and manage content delivery networks and browser security settings.
• Communicate complex technical topics to non-technical audiences.
• Document network configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to balance requirements, cost, and security.

Skills

Network protocol knowledge

Traffic analysis

Browser security

CDN knowledge

Tor network

Open/Dark web security

Analytical thinking

Non-technical communication

Education

Cisco CCNA

Cisco CCNP

CISSP

Juniper JNCIA

Tools

Cisco

Juniper

Forward Networks

VMware

SolarWinds

Job description

Cyber Security Project Engineer

Application Deadline: 6 November 2026

Department: Data Analysis and Technology Services

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Chantilly, VA

Compensation: $130,000 - $260,000 / year

Description

REQUIRED: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph

LOCATION: Full-time onsite in Chantilly, VA

As a Cyber Security Project Engineer, you will work with network infrastructure, web technologies, security tools, and cyber data to identify risks, improve defenses, and support secure operations. Candidates should have experience with network protocols, traffic analysis, browser security, content delivery networks, and modern cybersecurity practices, along with the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to a variety of audiences.

Who We Are: We offer advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, staff augmentation, and IT program management.

Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence We provide more than a position—we offer a workplace committed to excellence, integrity, and mission-focused impact. Our mission is to act as a bridge between satisfied clients and fulfilled employees, ensuring that your job and well-being are our top priorities because your satisfaction leads to the success of our clients.

Join us as we continue building the future of secure, high-impact solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Working in network and an understanding of network protocols and technologies.


• Managing online public or similar-type technology.


• Working with network hardware, software Systems, internet networking, and encryption protocols.


• Knowledge of how browsers interact with websites and browser security settings.


• Utilizing Content Delivery Networks and a significant understanding of how they interact with public services and websites.


• Using Tor and configuring and maintaining Tor Onion Services.


• Working with open and dark web security settings and tools to protect websites and their visitors.


• Experience analyzing cyber selector data, system logs, and network traffic.


• Conducting network and browser troubleshooting.


• Implementing security standards in anticipation of fast-paced change or operational tradecraft practices.


• Communicating or teaching complex technical topics to non-technical individuals.


• Effectively communicating with technical and non-technical stakeholders to balance requirements, performance, cost and security concerns when designing solutions to meet customer requirements.


• Defining, analyzing, tracking, and reviewing requirements.


• Documenting network configurations, processes, and procedures.

Highly Desired Qualifications

• Configuring Virtual Private Servers (VPS), Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), and Virtual Private Clouds (VPC)


• Working with social media or commercial messaging applications


• Understanding of mobile technologies and applications


• Troubleshooting network connectivity and performance issues


• Working with network monitoring tools


• Scripting with Python


• Developing JavaScript/HTML/CSS web user interfaces


• Knowledge of technologies such as Cisco, Juniper, Forward Networks, VMware, Solarwinds.


• IT certification in Linux, Microsoft or other network related fields


• IT Certification(s) Cisco CCNA; Cisco CCNP; Certified Information Systems Security Professional; Juniper J CIA - Enterprise / Service Provider Routing and Switching.

What We Offer You

SCHEDULE:

This is a full-time position with consultants expected to be available and working onsite in Chantilly, VA during core hours.