Entry-Level Cybersecurity Engineer | RMF, DoD Focus

Saalex; Tidewater (MS); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 145,000; 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)

Training & Development

Job summary

An engineering and information technology services company is seeking multiple Cybersecurity Engineer I positions in Tidewater, VA, and San Diego, CA. The ideal candidates will have 1–3 years of experience, required cybersecurity certifications, and knowledge of RMF and DoD frameworks. This role involves supporting system hardening, applying security controls, and working with senior engineers on secure solutions. Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including a health care plan and retirement plan, will be offered.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, IT security, or related field.
• Experience with system security principles and network security.
• Required certifications aligned to DoD 8140 (e.g., Security+, CEH, CISSP based on level).

Responsibilities

• Support cybersecurity engineering tasks including system hardening.
• Assist in applying security controls and patches to systems.
• Work with senior engineers to implement secure solutions.

Skills

Experience in cybersecurity engineering

Knowledge of RMF, STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity frameworks

System security principles

Education

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

Tools

ACAS

HBSS

SIEM platforms

Job description

An engineering and information technology services company is seeking multiple Cybersecurity Engineer I positions in Tidewater, VA, and San Diego, CA. The ideal candidates will have 1–3 years of experience, required cybersecurity certifications, and knowledge of RMF and DoD frameworks. This role involves supporting system hardening, applying security controls, and working with senior engineers on secure solutions. Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including a health care plan and retirement plan, will be offered.