Cybersecurity Engineer III with Security Clearance

Saalex Solutions - A Saalex Company; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick &

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Stock Option Plan

Job summary

Saalex Corporation in Tidewater, VA and San Diego, CA is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer III to design, implement, and secure enterprise IT and network systems in support of live, virtual, constructive (LVC) environments. The role emphasizes cybersecurity engineering, system hardening, and secure architectures.

You will lead security engineering efforts, integrate controls per RMF and DoD frameworks, conduct vulnerability analysis and threat modeling, support accreditation activities, and

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, IT security, or related field.
• Experience with RMF, STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity frameworks.
• Knowledge of system security principles and secure configurations.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure system architectures across enterprise IT and network environments.
• Lead cybersecurity engineering efforts including system hardening and risk mitigation.
• Integrate security controls per 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.

Skills

Cybersecurity engineering

RMF & DoD frameworks

System hardening

Vulnerability analysis

Threat modeling

Risk mitigation

ATO processes

Security controls

Education

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

Tools

ACAS

HBSS

SIEM platforms

Job description

Description Saalex Corporation is seeking multiple Cybersecurity Engineer III in Tidewater, VA and San Diego, CA. Saalex Corp., is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services. Founded in 1999 by Travis Mack, 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.

Requirements 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.

Benefits

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