Cybersecurity Implementation Engineer

Abile Group, LLC; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Abile Group, LLC seeks a Cybersecurity Implementation Engineer to provide network and cybersecurity services for an Intelligence Community customer. Candidate will deploy and maintain on‑prem and cloud infrastructure (Windows/Linux) and leverage AWS services for scalable security deployments.

Responsibilities include architecture work, roadmaps, test plans, and collaboration with stakeholders to meet mission goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field; related work experience considered.
• 6+ years of technical experience in network/cybersecurity engineering, DoD-focused environments.

Responsibilities

• Build, deploy, configure, and maintain on‑premises and cloud cybersecurity infrastructure.
• Implement security solutions using cloud services (EC2, EBS, ELB, S3, RDS) and manage AMIs.
• Develop architecture diagrams and roadmaps for capabilities, operations, and technologies.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and assessors to facilitate security assessments and authorization.
• Lead or participate in team efforts; prepare test plans and documentation for config upgrades.

Skills

NDR

EDR

NGFWs

IDS/IPS

F5 platforms

email security gateways

web security gateways

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Windows

Linux

AWS

Job description

Abile Group has an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Cybersecurity Implementation Engineer on a contract providing Network and Cybersecurity services supporting an Intelligence Community customer. All the personnel on the team will work together to support transport and cybersecurity information technology (IT) services on multiple networks and security domains, at multiple locations worldwide, inclusive of new facilities and building constructions to support the IC mission.

The right candidate will possess the below skills and qualifications and be ready to handle all responsibilities independently and professionally.

• Builds, deploys, configures, and maintains on-premises and cloud-based cybersecurity infrastructure and applications running on Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Engineers and implements cybersecurity solutions leveraging cloud services such as EC2, EBS, ELB, S3, and RDS. Provisions AMIs, perform software installations, troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Assists with research and implementation of enterprise‑wide cybersecurity solutions/capabilities/enhancements to support customer business/mission goals and objectives.
• Evaluates and recommends changes and/or technology upgrades to address performance, standardization and industry best practices.
• Provides specific, detailed information for hardware and software selection, implementation techniques, and tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needs, including present and future capacity requirements.
• Represents customer requirements in technical exchanges with other government agencies.
• Develops and maintains architecture diagrams.
• Develops and maintains a road map for capabilities, operations, and technologies.
• Assists with development and execution of test plans and supporting documentation of all network configuration upgrades, additions or revisions for customer approval before implementation.
• May serve as a team or task lead.
• Coordinates with stakeholders and external assessors to facilitate security assessments and authorization processes.

Clearance Required

TS/SCI with ability to obtain a CI poly.

Degree and Years of Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (Related work experience considered instead of degree).

• 6+ years related technical experience in network/cybersecurity engineering and experience with large-scale enterprise/global networks in a highly diverse environment with an emphasis in DoD capabilities.

Required Certifications

• Certified DoD 8140.01 and 8570.01-M Information Assurance Technical Officer (IAT) Level III and Information Assurance System Architecture and Engineering Specialist (IASAE) Level II.
• CSSP-Analyst certification within 120 days of start date.

Required Skills

• A deep expertise in one of the following areas and working knowledge of one or more of the other following Network Detection and Response (NDR), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs), Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS), F5 platforms, email/web security gateways.
• Strong technical background with a thorough understanding of cloud infrastructure, security principles, compute, storage, and transport.
• Expertise in Windows and Linux server operating systems.
• Excellent writing and communication skills, including the ability to develop analytical documents and present oral presentations to senior/executive management.
• Ability to work independently with little direction and guidance.
• Demonstrated experience modernizing complex enterprise cybersecurity systems.

Abile Group, founded in July 2004 to support the Intelligence Community and its contractors across Enterprise Analytics, IT & Systems Engineering, and Program & Project Management, merged with Valiant Solutions in January 2026 - an established provider of cybersecurity technologies and services for Federal Agencies since 2005. Together, this partnership creates a stronger, more integrated cybersecurity organization with expanded opportunities for employees, deeper technical collaboration, and a unified mission. With significant experience serving the Federal Government, we remain dedicated to our employees and clients and seek high‑performing professionals who excel at providing guidance, developing solutions, and delivering implementation support that blends industry best practices with client expertise and Abile’s broad technical capabilities.

Abile is committed to hiring the most qualified and best fit person for the job - always has, always will. Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email [e-mail] with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days.