Cybersecurity Engineer III w/Secret Clearance

TekSynap; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

TekSynap seeks a Cybersecurity Engineer III to support DoD and federal environments from sites in Columbus, OH and Richmond, VA. The role requires strong security engineering experience, SNORT signature work, and the ability to coordinate across government contracts.

Candidates should meet DCWF and DoD Cyber Workforce requirements and hold relevant certifications such as CEH, CySA+, or GIAC variants. Competitive benefits and a clear path in a fast-growing federal services company are offered.

Qualifications

• Seven plus years of IT experience required.

Responsibilities

• Applies analytical and systematic approaches to problem resolution in workflow, organization, and planning.
• Provides security engineering support for planning, design, development, testing, and integration of information systems.

Skills

Security engineering

Federal contracting

DoD/I C environment

Education

BA/BS in IT, Cybersecurity, CS, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering

DCWF 521 certifications (CEH, CySA+, GMON, GSEC, SSCP, etc.)

DCWF Work Role 521 Military Training

Tools

Trellix IPS manager

Check Point Threat Prevention

Job description

Responsibilities & Qualifications

We are seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer III.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant IT experience.
• Four (4) years of experience creating customized signatures using SNORT
• Demonstrated experience supporting government agencies, customers, or contracts within federal environments. This includes the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Civil agencies, and military organizations. Prior experience supporting the same or similar contract, with an in-depth understanding of the customer environment, requirements, and operational landscape, is highly desirable.

Certifications

8140 Requirements:

Dod Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) Work Role 521: Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support Specialist — Intermediate. Candidates must satisfy this requirement through one of the following pathways:

• BA/BS in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering

Or

• Approved DCWF 521 certifications: (at least one of these certifications)
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• CompTIA Cloud+ CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
• CompTIA PenTest+ CompTIA Security+ GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification (GMON)
• GIAC Response and Industrial Defense (GRID)
• GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
• Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

Or

• Approved DCWF Work Role 521 Military Training

AND

DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) Work Role 441:Network Operations Specialist — Intermediate. Candidates must satisfy this requirement through one of the following pathways:

• BA/BS in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering

Or

• Approved DCWF 441 certifications: (at least one of these certifications)
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• CompTIA Cloud+ CompTIA Security+ GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
• GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)
• GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC), or Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

Or

• Approved DCWF Work Role 441 Military Training

AND

Computing Environment Certification

• Trellix IPS manager
• Check Point Threat Prevention specialist (CTPS)

Clearance

• Secret with IT-I (Tier5)

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Applies analytical and systematic approaches in the resolution of problems of workflow, organization, and planning.
• Provides security engineering support for planning, design, development, testing, demonstration, integration of information systems.

Overview

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Locations: Land and Maritime, Columbus OH or DLA Aviation Richmond VA
• Type of environment: Office
• Noise level: Low
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: Less than 10%

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

U.S. Citizen

Secret – IT-I/T5

WAGE INFORMATION

Target salary range: $125,000 - $170,000. The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

OTHER INFORMATION

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position supports an upcoming government contract proposal and is contingent upon contract award and government approval. Candidates must meet all stated requirements and may be required to sign a Letter of Commitment (LOC).

Additional Job Information

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

By applying to a role at TekSynap you are providing consent to receive text messages regarding your interview and employment status. If at any time you would like to opt out of text messaging, respond "STOP". As part of the application process, you agree that TekSynap Corporation may retain and use your name, e-mail, and contact information for purposes related to employment consideration.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.

Job Locations US-OH-Columbus | US-VA-Richmond

ID 2026-9672

Category Information Technology

Type Regular Full-Time