Lead Cyber Engineer - Clearance Required

Cydecor, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

401(K) + company match

Tuition and Professional Development Assistance

Job summary

Cydecor, Inc. is looking for an experienced Lead Cyber Engineer in Norfolk, Virginia. The successful candidate will provide senior technical leadership supporting Department of the Navy cybersecurity and systems engineering initiatives. This role involves overseeing engineering teams responsible for securing and sustaining enterprise information systems crucial for Navy operations.

The ideal applicant will have at least 8 years of relevant experience, strong familiarity with cybersecurity engineering, and an Active Top Secret Security Clearance. Cydecor offers a competitive compensation package and a commitment to diversity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience supporting Department of Defense systems.
• Experience with engineering design and system deployment.
• Active Top Secret Security Clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior technical leadership for Navy cybersecurity initiatives.
• Oversee engineering teams for enterprise information systems.
• Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies.

Skills

Cybersecurity engineering

Systems integration

Project management principles

Network administration

IT program management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Cisco

VMware

Microsoft

Red Hat

Cloud platforms

Job description

Cydecor is a premier Federal Government solutions provider, delivering differentiated innovations in mission systems and business platforms. We leverage leading‑edge secure systems and software development, backed by industry‑leading subject matter expertise, and business intelligence to enable decision‑support and remain ahead of ever‑evolving national security challenges. Our success rests squarely on three bedrock principles: People, our center of gravity; Mission, what inspires us; and an unyielding commitment to Excellence, what separates us.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Lead Cyber Engineer to provide senior technical leadership supporting Department of the Navy cybersecurity, systems engineering, and enterprise IT modernization initiatives. As designated Key Personnel, this individual will serve as the senior engineering authority responsible for cybersecurity engineering, systems integration, secure network infrastructure, and technical execution across multiple task orders.

The Lead Cyber Engineer will oversee engineering teams responsible for designing, integrating, securing, deploying, and sustaining enterprise information systems supporting Navy operations. This position requires a strategic engineering leader capable of translating mission requirements into secure, scalable technical solutions while ensuring compliance with Department of Defense and Navy cybersecurity standards.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior technical authority for cybersecurity engineering and systems integration activities.
• Lead technical planning, execution, and oversight across multiple engineering workstreams.
• Direct engineering teams responsible for enterprise information systems supporting Navy operations.
• Lead engineering efforts involving:
  • Requirements analysis
  • Systems architecture
  • Engineering design
  • Configuration management
  • System deployment
  • Technical implementation
  • Training coordination
• Oversee installation, integration, and sustainment of:
  • Enterprise information systems
  • Secure network infrastructure
  • Data and voice cabling systems
  • Secure communications capabilities
• Ensure cybersecurity engineering activities comply with:
  • Department of Defense cybersecurity policies
  • Navy technical standards
  • Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements
  • Contract and Task Order requirements
• Provide technical oversight for network security configuration and administration.
• Support geographically dispersed technical implementations.
• Identify technical risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate engineering efforts with Government Technical Leads and stakeholders.
• Support engineering planning for enterprise modernization initiatives.
• Review engineering deliverables for technical quality and completeness.
• Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership across the program.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience supporting the operation and sustainment of major Department of Defense systems.
• Demonstrated experience supporting a major U.S. Navy platform or comparable DoD enterprise environment.
• Experience with:
  • Requirements development
  • Systems architecture
  • Engineering design
  • Configuration management
  • System deployment
  • Technical implementation
  • Training coordination
• Demonstrated experience installing, integrating, and maintaining:
  • Enterprise information systems
  • Structured data and voice cabling
  • Enterprise network infrastructure
  • Secure communications systems
• Strong understanding of:
  • DoD facility environments
  • Critical infrastructure supporting IT operations
  • Network administration
  • Systems administration
  • Cybersecurity engineering
  • IT program management principles
• Active Top Secret Security Clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supporting NAVFAC or other Department of the Navy organizations.
• Experience implementing or maintaining RMF‑authorized systems.
• Experience with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
• Enterprise systems integration experience.
• Cloud infrastructure engineering.
• Zero Trust Architecture implementation.
• Network modernization initiatives.
• Cisco, VMware, Microsoft, Red Hat, or cloud platform certifications.
• CISSP, CASP+, or Security+ certification.
• ITIL Foundation or PMP certification.
• Experience leading geographically dispersed engineering teams.

Security Clearance

Interim or Active Top Secret Security Clearance.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Political Science, Human Resources, or a closely related field.

Work Schedule

Monday‑Friday, Standard Business Hours. Work for this position is primarily performed at Cydecor offices with occasional engagement on‑site in Norfolk, Virginia.

Compensation and Benefits

The projected compensation range for this position is $155,000‑190,000. A number of factors can impact a final salary, including relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the role, work location, education/certifications, and the contract's Labor Categories.

Cydecor offers a comprehensive compensation package including Health and Dental Insurance, Vision and Life Insurance, Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability, 401(K) + company match, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Company Holidays, Tuition and Professional Development Assistance and more.

What We Believe

We have an unwavering commitment to diversity with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging within our organization. As a business imperative, every person at Cydecor has the responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Cydecor is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (EEO/AA). All employment and hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to race, religion, color, sexual orientation, nationality, gender, ethnic origin, disability, age, sex, gender identity & expression, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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