Cybersecurity Engineer II: DoD IT & Network Security

Saalex Corp.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Stock Option Plan

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer II based in San Diego, CA. The role involves designing, implementing, and securing IT systems, focusing on system hardening and cybersecurity engineering. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, a relevant degree, and required certifications. Benefits include health care, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience in cybersecurity engineering or IT security.
• Knowledge of RMF, STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity frameworks.
• Required certifications aligned to DoD 8140 (e.g., Security+, CEH, CISSP).

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain secure configurations for systems and networks.
• Apply STIGs, patches, and compliance with RMF requirements.
• Support vulnerability assessments and remediation efforts.

Skills

Cybersecurity engineering

IT security

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Secure technical solutions design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or Engineering

Tools

ACAS

HBSS

SIEM platforms

Job description

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer II based in San Diego, CA. The role involves designing, implementing, and securing IT systems, focusing on system hardening and cybersecurity engineering. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, a relevant degree, and required certifications. Benefits include health care, retirement plans, and paid time off.