Zero-Trust Cybersecurity Engineer – Cloud & Edge

SAIC; Maryland; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to support a modernization program delivering a modular software suite with a strong cybersecurity posture. You will design, implement, and maintain security across cloud and tactical edge environments, serving as the technical authority across the full software development lifecycle.

The role requires an active Secret clearance and 8+ years of defense cybersecurity experience with expertise in Zero Trust, RMF, and DevSecOps.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in cybersecurity engineering, defense or interagency programs.
• Experience designing enterprise-scale security architectures across multi-vendor/multi-domain environments.
• Familiarity with RMF, NIST, DISA STIGs and cloud/tactical edge security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement enterprise cybersecurity architectures applying Zero Trust principles and data protection across cloud and tactical edge environments.
• Develop and maintain cybersecurity processes, controls, and documentation including system security plans, risk assessments, vulnerability management plans, and continuous monitoring strategies.
• Serve as the primary technical authority on cybersecurity, advising Government stakeholders, vendors, and development teams to ensure security requirements are captured and verifiable.
• Evaluate platform security capabilities including credential authority, data logging, access controls, encryption standards, and compliance with security frameworks.
• Support design and validation of tactical edge security configurations for DDIL environments.
• Engage in product demonstrations, design reviews, and agile cycles, providing rapid technical assessment of cybersecurity compliance.
• Collaborate with vendors, partners, and Government stakeholders to identify and resolve cybersecurity risks and gaps throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Zero Trust

IAM

Encryption

Vulnerability Management

Threat Modeling

Penetration Testing

Incident Response

RMF/NIST/DISA STIGs

DevSecOps

CI/CD Security

Agile (SAFe/Scrum/Kanban)

Education

Bachelor's in Cybersecurity/CS/Info Assurance

Master's in Cybersecurity

Job description

SAIC is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to support a modernization program delivering a modular software suite with a strong cybersecurity posture. You will design, implement, and maintain security across cloud and tactical edge environments, serving as the technical authority across the full software development lifecycle.

The role requires an active Secret clearance and 8+ years of defense cybersecurity experience with expertise in Zero Trust, RMF, and DevSecOps.