Lead Cybersecurity Engineer (Cyber Network Analysis Tech 3) - 29796

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries is seeking a Lead Cybersecurity Engineer to support Navy training systems within ITS-SE. You will oversee cybersecurity activities, develop architecture, manage RMF packages, and drive accreditation with government stakeholders.

The role requires DoD IA/RMF experience, a Secret clearance, and hands-on work with ACAS/STIGs/SCAP. You will collaborate across engineering teams to ensure secure, compliant solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience with DoD IA/ RMF policies, standards and tools.
• Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 and RMF processes.
• Active Secret clearance and related governance experience.
• Experience with ACAS, STIGs, and SCAP content.
• Ability to coordinate with IPTs and government stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cybersecurity engineering activities for Navy training systems.
• Develop Cyber Defense-in-Depth Architecture diagrams.
• Create and maintain RMF packages and risk mitigation plans.
• Review vulnerability scans and STIG/SCAP content.
• Collaborate between Cyber Security and user teams; support accreditation.

Skills

DoD IA

RMF

NIST SP 800-53 Rev.5

eMASS

IPTs

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

ACAS

STIGs/SCAP

eMASS workflows

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Lead Cybersecurity Engineer (Cyber Network Analysis Tech 3) - 29796

Requisition Number:29796

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$92,765.00-$115,003.20

Security Clearance:Secret

Level of Experience:Senior

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS).Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.
As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.
For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness.
HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People– Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships– Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership– Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First– Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future– Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency– Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Job Description

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is actively seeking a Lead Cybersecurity Engineer to support HII’s Integrated Training Systems – Systems Engineering (ITS‑SE) program by overseeing cybersecurity engineering activities across Navy training system projects in the areas of security engineering, assessment, authorization, and compliance efforts that protect mission‑critical training systems. You will work directly with government stakeholders daily to ensure secure system designs, successful accreditation, and compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) cybersecurity requirements.

• Must be able to demonstrate experience and knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD) Information Assurance (IA) and Risk Management Framework processes, practices, and tools per DoDD 8115.01, NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 framework implementation, eMASS (Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service), and be able to participate in various Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and working groups.

Additionally, the Lead Cybersecurity Engineer will provide oversight and hands‑on execution, when needed, to:

• Develop Cyber Defense-in-Depth Architecture Diagrams for the system, the sub‑network, and platform network into which the system will be integrated.
• Develop, maintain, and perform Cyber test procedures and document results.
• Develop and update Cyber Risk Mitigation Plans.
• Develop and maintain Risk Management Framework (RMF) packages in accordance with NAVSEA business rules.
• Document cross-domain interfaces.
• Review Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) vulnerability scans.
• Review, analyze, and evaluate Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and/or Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) content for each applicable system component.
• Review, analyze, and evaluate user needs to create systems solutions that support overall business strategies.
• Document system requirements, define scope and objectives, and create system specifications that drive system development and implementation.
• Function as a liaison between Cyber Security professionals and users and have both business and technical expertise. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project.
• Work is generally collaborative in nature.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
• Client Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in a technical field, preferably Cybersecurity or Information Security.
• At least four (4) to seven (7) years of related full-time professional experience in network computer equipment, system, and security.
• Experience working with DOD Information Assurance (IA) mandatory policies standards, procedures, and policies.
• Cyber-Information Technology (IT)/Cybersecurity Workforce (CSWF) intermediate level knowledge and skills, at a minimum.
• IAT II certification (e.g., Security+, CCNA Security, CySA+).
• An active Secret security clearance.

Preferred Requirements

• Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or Engineering preferred.
• CISSP or another IAM II level or higher certification preferred.
• Experience leading or mentoring cybersecurity engineers or technical teams.
• Experience leading cybersecurity efforts for Navy or DoD training, simulation, or shipboard systems.
• Experience supporting A&A (Assessment & Authorization) activities for complex systems.
• Experience working in highly collaborative, integrated engineering teams.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. We look forward to meeting you.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.