Cybersecurity Engineer: Defend, Assess & Harden Systems

Talentify; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI, Inc.'s Cyber Security Team is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to protect networks, design hardened devices, and provide security services for highly sensitive data. You will work on diverse devices and technologies, monitor systems for intrusions, and apply data analysis to improve security posture.

The role emphasizes collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, developing security tools, and delivering clear technical communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, or Computer Engineering and at least 7 years of relevant experience.
• GPEN, GWAPT, OSCP, or OSWA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work in a team‑centric environment to support defensive and offensive cybersecurity initiatives.
• Conduct white, gray, or black‑box security assessments and produce detailed findings and recommendations.
• Draft and maintain technical documentation, including manuals, installation guides, procedures, and incident response plans.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across all business levels.
• Deliver clear presentations and written/oral communication on technical topics.

Skills

Red Team

Incident Response

OS Hardening

OSINT

Security Automation

Vulnerability Testing

Risk Management

Security Tools

Linux Expertise

Splunk

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Assurance / Cybersecurity / Computer Engineering

Tools

Python

Go

JavaScript

Job description

CACI, Inc.'s Cyber Security Team is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to protect networks, design hardened devices, and provide security services for highly sensitive data. You will work on diverse devices and technologies, monitor systems for intrusions, and apply data analysis to improve security posture.

The role emphasizes collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, developing security tools, and delivering clear technical communications.