Defense Cybersecurity Engineering Consultant

NextGenEnergyJobs; Vienna, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

NextGenEnergyJobs is seeking a Technical Consultant- Cyber Security Engineering to secure systems supporting critical Defense and Intelligence missions. You will apply RMF processes, develop SSPs and ATO artifacts, and coordinate with DevSecOps to embed security throughout the system lifecycle.

The role requires hands-on vulnerability management, DoD guidance experience, and strong collaboration with engineers and program leadership. US citizenship and TS eligibility apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in CS, cybersecurity, or STEM fields.
• 5+ years in a similar cyber security engineering role.
• Hands-on RMF/A&A documentation experience (POA&Ms, SSPs).
• Experience with vulnerability scanning and remediation tracking.
• Familiarity with DoD guidance and NIST 800-53 controls.
• Active DoD 8570 IAT Level II or higher certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply RMF processes for A&A including control selection and monitoring.
• Develop and maintain SSPs, POA&Ms, SARs, and ATO artifacts (XACTA/eMASS).
• Perform vulnerability assessments and track remediation (ACAS).
• Align security controls with NIST 800-53 and DoD guidance.
• Support system hardening, patching, and STIG compliance.
• Monitor security events and assist incident response and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with engineers and DevSecOps to integrate security into the lifecycle.

Skills

RMF experience

A&A documentation

Vulnerability assessments

Incident response

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/STEM

Master's degree in CS/IT/STEM

Tools

XACTA

eMASS

ACAS

Job description

NextGenEnergyJobs is seeking a Technical Consultant- Cyber Security Engineering to secure systems supporting critical Defense and Intelligence missions. You will apply RMF processes, develop SSPs and ATO artifacts, and coordinate with DevSecOps to embed security throughout the system lifecycle.

The role requires hands-on vulnerability management, DoD guidance experience, and strong collaboration with engineers and program leadership. US citizenship and TS eligibility apply.