Network and Cybersecurity Engineer - Chantilly, VA

VetJobs; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

VetJobs is seeking a Network and Cybersecurity Engineer for an on-site role in Chantilly, VA. The position requires TS/SCI w/CIP clearance and involves ensuring security, accreditation, and RMF compliance for Wireless Intrusion Detection System environments within the Skywalker program.

Responsibilities include coordinating A&A/ATO efforts, producing accreditation artifacts, and guiding secure system configurations across engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD/IC cybersecurity and IA activities.
• Knowledge of RMF, ICD 503, A&A, and ATO processes.
• Experience developing security artifacts and accreditation documents.
• Strong written, verbal, and analytical communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support cybersecurity engineering and IA activities for WIDS deployments.
• Coordinate A&A and ATO efforts per ICD 503 and government requirements.
• Develop, review, and maintain accreditation docs and security plans.
• Coordinate with engineering teams to implement secure configurations and controls.
• Assist with vulnerability assessments and risk mitigation activities.
• Support system hardening and patch management.
• Provide guidance on cybersecurity requirements during deployment and sustainment.
• Support government customers during security reviews and audits.

Skills

DoD cybersecurity

RMF

A&A

ATO processes

Technical writing

Cross-team coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site"

Network and Cybersecurity Engineer

On Site

Chantilly, Virginia, United States

Full time

TS/SCI w/CIP

Purpose And Impact

Amentum/Secure Networking Solutions is seeking a Network and Cybersecurity Engineer to ensure the security, accreditation, and compliance of Wireless Intrusion Detection System (WIDS) environments of Amentum’s Skywalker program. The Network and Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for supporting Information Assurance (IA) activities, coordinating Assessment and Authorization (A&A) and Authority to Operate (ATO) efforts, and implementing cybersecurity best practices throughout the system lifecycle. Working closely with Government stakeholders and engineering teams, this position ensures systems are securely deployed, maintained, and operated in accordance with ICD 503, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and customer security requirements while supporting mission-critical operations. Experience writing clear, concise, and user-friendly technical and training manuals or similar documentation, including documents required for A&A IAW ICD 503, is required.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 am - 5 pm.

Essential Responsibilities

• Support cybersecurity engineering and IA activities for WIDS deployments.
• Coordinate A&A and ATO efforts in accordance with ICD 503 and Government requirements.
• Develop, review, and maintain accreditation documentation, security plans, and technical procedures.
• Coordinate with engineering teams to implement secure system configurations and cybersecurity controls.
• Support vulnerability assessments, security compliance reviews, and risk mitigation activities.
• Assist with system hardening, patch management, and configuration management.
• Provide technical guidance on cybersecurity requirements throughout system deployment and sustainment.
• Support Government customers during security reviews, audits, and accreditation activities.

Auto req ID

481208BR

Minimum Education Required

Bachelors

Required Experience

• Experience supporting Information Assurance or cybersecurity activities within DoD and/or Intelligence Community environments.
• Knowledge of RMF, ICD 503, A&A, and ATO processes.
• Experience developing technical documentation and security accreditation artifacts.
• Understanding of secure system engineering principles and cybersecurity best practices.
• Strong written, verbal, and analytical communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate across engineering teams and Government stakeholders.
• Ability to travel worldwide.
• Security Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Poly
• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree
• Bachelor's Degree with 5–7 years of experience; Master's Degree with 3–5 years of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years supporting cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or systems engineering efforts for classified Government programs.

City

Chantilly

State

Virginia

Job Category

Cybersecurity

Job Code

Engineering Engineering

Affiliate Sponsor

Amentum

Salary Range

>$100,000