Principal Cybersecurity Engineer

Goldbelt, Inc.; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company matching

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A security solutions provider is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer to serve as the senior technical lead for mission assurance and cyber risk assessments, supporting DoD operations. This role involves providing technical oversight, advising leadership on risks, and synchronizing assessment efforts across teams. Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in cyber operations, hold a CISSP certification, and a TS/SCI clearance. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered, including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of cyber operations experience required.
• Experience supporting DoD operational environments is essential.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) is mandatory.
• TS/SCI clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as senior technical lead for cyber risk assessment activities.
• Provide technical oversight for MRT-C and FMA-C efforts.
• Advise leadership on mission risk and operational impacts.
• Oversee development of mission assurance reports and assessments.
• Facilitate program synchronization across assessment teams.

Skills

Cybersecurity principles

Mission assurance frameworks

Defensive cyber operations

Analytical skills

Verbal communication skills

Coordination skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, information systems, engineering, or a related field

Job description

Overview

Global in service but local in approach, Nisga'a Tek is committed to high-quality service to those who defend us. Nisga'a Tek ensures mission assurance and execution for customers and warfighters. Providing intelligence, IT, cyber security, training, logistics, administrative, acquisition, and background investigation services.

Summary

The Principal Cybersecurity Engineer serves as the senior technical lead for mission assurance and cyber risk assessment activities supporting DoD operations. This role provides technical oversight for Functional Mission Analysis–Cyber (FMA-C) and Mission-Relevant Terrain–Cyber (MRT-C) efforts, advising government leadership on cyber dependencies, mission risk, and operational impacts.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

• Serve as the senior technical lead for execution of Functional Mission Analysis–Cyber (FMA-C) and Mission-Relevant Terrain–Cyber (MRT-C) activities under the contract
• Provide technical direction and oversight for all MRT-C assessment teams to ensure consistent methodology, quality, and alignment with government mission assurance objectives
• Advise government leadership on cyber dependencies, mission risk, and operational impacts affecting supported missions
• Coordinate closely with planners, analysts, and mission owners to ensure accurate identification of mission-relevant terrain and supporting cyber infrastructure
• Oversee development and delivery of mission assurance reports, assessments, and supporting analytical products
• Lead coordination with operational leadership, installation stakeholders, and mission partners to support assessment execution and mission assurance activities
• Facilitate program synchronization across multiple assessment teams to ensure timelines, milestones, and deliverables are met
• Lead meetings and briefings with government leadership and stakeholders to communicate mission risk findings and recommended courses of action
• Provide oversight for validation activities, including cyber range integration, threat-informed analysis, and mission risk verification
• Support program management in strategic planning, contract execution, and alignment of technical activities with mission priorities

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Qualifications

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Extensive knowledge of cybersecurity principles, mission assurance frameworks, and defensive cyber operations supporting operational mission systems
• Ability to analyze complex operational environments and identify cyber dependencies affecting mission execution
• Strong understanding of mission relevant terrain analysis and cyber risk prioritization
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief senior military and civilian leadership
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams operating across operational, technical, and planning domains
• Strong coordination and stakeholder engagement skills across Joint, interagency, and mission partner organizations

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, information systems, engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 10–15 years of cyber operations, mission assurance, or cyber risk analysis experience
• Demonstrated experience supporting DoD operational environments at the strategic, operational, and tactical levels
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) required.
• Experience engaging with senior military and civilian leadership across operational organizations
• TS/SCI clearance required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) preferred

Pay and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $135,000 annually.

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.