Cybersecurity Engineer III

Saalex Corp.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Stock Option Plan

Job summary

A veteran-owned technology company is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer III to support military operations in San Diego, CA. The role involves designing, implementing, and securing IT and network systems. Candidates should have 5–7 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering and a relevant degree. Strong knowledge of security frameworks and various IT security practices is required. The position offers competitive benefits, including health care, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, IT security, or related field.
• Experience with system security principles, network security, or secure configurations.
• Knowledge of RMF, STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity frameworks.
• Required certifications as per DoD 8140 (e.g., Security+, CEH, CISSP based on level).

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure system architectures across enterprise IT and network environments.
• Lead cybersecurity engineering efforts including system hardening, secure configuration, and risk mitigation.
• Integrate security controls as per RMF and DoD cybersecurity frameworks.
• Conduct advanced vulnerability analysis and threat modeling.

Skills

Cybersecurity engineering

IT security

System security principles

Network security

Secure configurations

Education

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

Tools

ACAS

HBSS

SIEM platforms

Job description

Saalex Corporationis seeking multipleCybersecurity Engineer IIIinTidewater, VA and San Diego, CA.

Founded in 1999, Saalex Solutions is a Service Disabled Veteran-Owned and Operated business with prime and subcontract expertise serving the Navy, Army, Air Force, NASA, corporate clients, and local governments. Saalex offers competitive compensation, career development, flexible work schedules and excellent benefits.

Position Type

Contingent on Contract Award.

Salary

$135k-$180k (depending on experience)

The Cybersecurity Engineer III supports the Navy by designing, implementing, and securing enterprise IT and network systems in support of global Live Virtual Constructive (LVC) environments. This role focuses on cybersecurity engineering, system hardening, and integration of secure architectures.

Essential Functions

• Design and implement secure system architectures across enterprise IT and network environments.
• Lead cybersecurity engineering efforts including system hardening, secure configuration, and risk mitigation.
• Integrate security controls in accordance with RMF, STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity frameworks.
• Conduct advanced vulnerability analysis, threat modeling, and remediation planning.
• Support system accreditation activities and provide technical leadership for ATO processes.
• Mentor junior engineers and guide secure engineering best practices.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Required

• 5–7 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, IT security, or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience with system security principles, network security, or secure configurations.
• Knowledge of RMF, STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity frameworks.
• Required certifications aligned to DoD 8140 (e.g., Security+, CEH, CISSP based on level).

Desired

• Experience supporting DoD or Navy programs.
• Familiarity with enterprise tools such as ACAS, HBSS, or SIEM platforms.
• Experience with cloud or virtualized environments.

Security Clearance

Must be eligible to obtain a Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI clearance. Active clearances preferred. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Stock Option Plan