Cyber Systems Engineer

Apex Systems, LLC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 157,597,000 - 214,906,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking a Cyber Systems Engineer for a 12-24 month contract at Eglin AFB, FL. The role emphasizes development, evaluation, and verification of cyber solutions across the product lifecycle, with patching, hardening, and security design responsibilities.

Candidates must hold an active SECRET clearance and meet DoD 8570 IAT II baseline certification requirements. Candidates should have 5+ years of DoD systems engineering experience, a related bachelor’s degree (or 3 years with a

Qualifications

• Active SECRET security clearance and ability to maintain the clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline with 5+ years of professional experience; or 3 years with a related master’s degree.
• 5+ years of technical systems engineering experience with DoD systems.
• DoD 8570 baseline certification for IAT Level II or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Automate patching and hardening processes; patch systems using WSUS and Ivanti.
• Support fielded training systems at Eglin AFB and address field issues; travel may be required.
• Develop, evaluate, and verify design constraints and security design for cyber systems.
• Conduct cybersecurity test and evaluation of hardware/software to verify compliance.
• Implement assessment and authorization activities as required by customers and DoD guidance.

Skills

Linux

Windows

Secret Clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

WSUS

Ivanti

Job description

# Cyber Systems EngineerApply**Job#: 3054655****Job Description:** *Candidates must be U.S. citizens able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense security clearance as a condition and continuation of employment.*Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is seeking applicants for the below position on behalf of our client. Please apply if interested and qualified. Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted. #Clearance**Position:** IT Systems Engineer**Rate:** Rate is dependent on candidates experience**Length:** 12-24 months– High potential to extend and/or convert full time!**Location:** Eglin AFB**Project Details:*** For regular patching day to day responsibilities:* Helping automate their current process for hardening, testing, verification and documentation* Patching of the systems – they use WSUS and Ivanti* Supporting any issues that may arises from the fielded training systems at Eglin AFB.* Open to travel**Must Haves:**1. Linux (open to different versions)2. Windows3. Patching – WSUS and Ivanti4. Secret Clearance minimum (interim acceptable)**Description:**Systems engineering is an evolving discipline and our processes and approaches are evolving to meet those challenges. We’re looking for engineers who can synthesize technical and process information from multiple sources, and develop innovative solutions in fluid problem spaces.As a Systems Engineer, invites you to apply an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to plan, design, develop, validate and verify resilient cyber solutions across the product lifecycle.* In this role, you will Develop, evaluate, and analyze design constrains, trade-offs and detailed system and security design as they pertain to the cyber domain.* Conduct cybersecurity test and evaluation of hardware and/or software designs to verify and validate compliance with defined specifications and requirements.* Implement appropriate assessment and authorization activities, as required by customers.* Respond to DOD guidance and engineer appropriate solutions for fielded systems.Basic Qualifications:* Active SECRET security clearance, and ability to maintain the security clearance.* Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline (such as Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering), or equivalent experience/combined education, with 5 years of professional experience; or 3 years of professional experience with a related master’s degree.* 5+ years of technical systems engineering experience with DOD systems.* A desire to learn, grow, and share knowledge in the cybersecurity domain.* DoD 8570 approved baseline certification for IAT Level II (IE CompTIA Security+, GSEC SSCP, CCNA-Security) or ability to achieve certification within 6 months.* Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently, demonstrate excellent problem-solving abilities, be well organized, flexible, and self-motivated.* Ability to communicate effectively within cross-functional teams (Systems Engineers, Software Developers, System Administrators, and Information Systems Security Managers).EEO EmployerApex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [e-mail] or 844-463-6178. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. 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In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Eglin, FL, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** October 5, 2026**Pay Range:** $55 - $75 per hour