Cybersecurity Engineer

Amentum; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO & Holidays

401(k) Matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tax-saving options

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer for our Aiken, SC location to support critical missions across defense and civilian sectors.

Responsibilities include applying cloud security concepts, regulatory compliance, and cybersecurity best practices to protect enterprise IT environments while collaborating with senior technical staff in a tight-knit team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT-related discipline or related work experience (2+ years).
• Associate degree in IT-related discipline with 4+ years related experience.
• High school diploma with 6+ years of equivalent knowledge and experience acceptable.

Skills

Cloud security basics

NIST/ RMF familiarity

Cybersecurity fundamentals

Networking concepts

Written communication

Group problem solving

Seeking guidance from seniors

Resource research

Willingness to learn

On-site work

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT-related discipline

Associate degree in IT-related discipline

High school diploma with 6+ years experience

Job description

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative solutions, supporting critical missions across defense, intelligence, energy, and civilian sectors. Our people are our competitive advantage, driven by purpose, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering excellence for our customers and communities. We are currently seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to support our Aiken, SC location.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor degree in an IT related discipline (e.g., Information Technology, Computer Technology. Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Digital Forensics, Cyber Security); or Non-related Bachelor degree with 2 years proven performance in related assignment(s); or
• Associate Degree in IT related discipline (e.g. Information Technology, Computer Technology, Software Engineering, Non-related Associate Degree with 4 years proven performance in related assignment(s).
• In lieu of degree, a high school diploma with at least 6 years of equivalent knowledge and experience is acceptable. Knowledge of computer and network digital systems used in business or process applications. Detailed knowledge in specific operating systems is desirable.

Required Skills

• Familiarity with cloud security concepts or compliance frameworks such as FedRAMP, RMF, or NIST SP 800-series.
• Knowledge of basic cybersecurity protections, principles, or frameworks (e.g., NIST).
• Knowledge of basic computer and networking concepts, principles, and practices.
• Strong written communication and composition abilities.
• Must be able to participate in group problem solving including communicating effectively with both technical and nontechnical personnel, respect the ideas of others and accept the judgment of the group.
• Must have a sense of when to ask for help and be comfortable in accepting guidance from other more senior technical personnel.
• Must be familiar with available resource materials and be able to conduct timely research.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn complex cybersecurity requirements and regulatory environments.
• Ability to work on-site with limited teleworking options.
• Strong research and analytical skills.

Desired Skills

• An active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years
• US Citizenship
• Exposure to working in an enterprise IT environment.
• Experience working on collaborative technical or research projects.
• A proactive desire to stay current with evolving cloud technologies and cybersecurity trends.
• Ability to think critically and provide actionable guidance to technical or compliance-based challenges.
• Educational or work-related experience with Microsoft cloud services (Azure, M365, etc.) or other major SaaS platforms.
• Experience with forensic tools such as Cellebrite, Magnet Forensics Axiom or OpenText
• Relevant certifications such as CompTia Security, GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst
• Experience with security information and event management tools
• Ability to assist senior analyst in conducting forensic examinations of digital devices, including computers, mobile phones and storage media
• Perform documentation of examination processes and findings, ensuring adherence to chain of custody protocols
• Experience preparing detailed reports summarizing forensic analysis results for legal and other stakeholders
• Experience preparing and updating policies and procedures
• Effective collaboration skills with Information Technology (IT) subject matter experts and cyber security response teams
• Effective collaboration skills with team members on investigations, contributing to the identification of findings
• Current with developments in digital forensics, cyber security, forensic law, mobile devices and encryption/decryption methods

Compensation Details

$100,000 - $140,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting

05/28/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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