Cyber security engineer

We are seeking a Cyber Systems Engineer or Principal Cyber Systems Engineer to support mission-critical software and technology initiatives within a secure Department of Defense environment. This role combines cybersecurity engineering, systems administration, hardware/software integration, and IT material planning responsibilities to ensure secure, compliant, and operationally ready systems.

The ideal candidate will have experience implementing cybersecurity controls, supporting accreditation efforts, maintaining secure Linux and Windows environments, and collaborating with technical and program stakeholders throughout the system lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and assess cybersecurity controls in accordance with NIST, RMF, and DoD security requirements.
• Support authorization activities, including ATO and IATT compliance efforts.
• Partner with ISSMs, ISSOs, engineers, and program teams to maintain secure operational environments.
• Deploy, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain Linux and Windows-based systems.
• Implement and maintain DoD STIG compliance across infrastructure and applications.
• Support hardware and software integration, testing, troubleshooting, and fielding activities.
• Collaborate with software development teams within Agile development environments.
• Develop, manage, and maintain IT Bill of Materials (BOM) requirements for programs and proposals.
• Coordinate procurement requirements with supply chain, suppliers, pricing analysts, and program stakeholders.
• Contribute to technical solution development and system sustainment activities.

Required Qualifications

Cyber Systems Engineer
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or related technical field with 2+ years of relevant experience
OR
Master's degree in a related field.

Principal Cyber Systems Engineer
Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of relevant experience
OR
Master's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience

Required Experience

• Cybersecurity engineering and security control implementation.
• NIST SP 800-53 and Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Security accreditation processes supporting ATO and IATT environments.
• Linux and/or Windows system administration.
• DoD STIG implementation and compliance validation.
• Hardware and software integration, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Working within secure or restricted software development environments.
• IT material planning, BOM development, or procurement coordination.

Required Certifications

CompTIA Security+ or equivalent DoD 8570-compliant certification.

Required Clearance

Active Top Secret clearance.
Ability to obtain access to highly restricted programs as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Department of Defense programs.
• Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies.
• Experience with CI/CD development environments.
• Strong understanding of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) technologies.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Word.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

What You'll Gain

• Opportunity to support highly visible national security programs.
• Exposure to cybersecurity engineering, systems integration, and program support activities.
• Hands-on work with advanced technologies and secure computing environments.
• Collaborative environment working alongside cybersecurity, engineering, software development, and supply chain professionals.
• Career growth opportunities supporting complex and impactful defense initiatives.

If you have a strong background in cybersecurity, systems engineering, RMF compliance, and secure system deployment, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Redondo Beach, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $90.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Redondo Beach, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 2026.