Cybersecurity Engineer — Defend Critical Systems

Cymertek Corporation; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Salaries

Flexible Work Schedule

Health Insurance

401k Matching

Paid Leave/Holidays

Job summary

Cymertek Corporation in Chantilly, VA seeks a Cybersecurity Engineer to design, implement, and maintain robust security across our critical systems. You will protect data, respond to threats, and work with a skilled team to address evolving cyber risks in a dynamic contracting environment.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and hands-on experience with security tools, encryption, and industry frameworks. A TS/SCI Full Poly clearance is required; U.S.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in cybersecurity tools (firewalls, IDS/IPS).
• Strong knowledge of encryption methods.
• Experience with network security protocols.
• Expertise in malware detection and prevention.
• Knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001).
• Ability to perform penetration testing and vulnerability assessments.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain security protocols
• Monitor and respond to security incidents
• Design and deploy secure networks
• Ensure compliance with security standards
• Perform risk assessments and vulnerability management
• Develop and enforce security policies

Skills

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Encryption

Network security

Malware detection

Security frameworks

Penetration testing

Vulnerability assessments

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Cymertek Corporation in Chantilly, VA seeks a Cybersecurity Engineer to design, implement, and maintain robust security across our critical systems. You will protect data, respond to threats, and work with a skilled team to address evolving cyber risks in a dynamic contracting environment.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and hands-on experience with security tools, encryption, and industry frameworks. A TS/SCI Full Poly clearance is required; U.S.