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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Cybersecurity Engineer - **Company:** Odyssey Systems Consulting Group - **Location:** Dayton, OH, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Software Applications, Software Documentation, Cyber Security, Databases, Internet Service Provider, Oracle (Applications), Computer Networking Systems, SARS Software Products - **Published:** July 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=fbfd8037b43d4380 ## About the Role * Master's or Doctorate Degree in a related field and ten years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, five years of which must be in the DoD. * OR bachelor's degree in a related field and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five of which must be in the DoD. * OR, 15 years of directly related experience, eight of which must be in the DoD. Technical Skills * CISSP certification (preferred) * Experience with ATO packages and RMF Interpersonal Skills * Effective communication and the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly. * Strong collaboration skills for working across multidisciplinary teams and with government stakeholders. * Adaptability and professionalism in fast-paced, evolving program environments. * Proactive problem-solving and the ability to build positive, solutions-focused relationships. ## Description Odyssey has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer professional to join our team supporting the AFLCMC/WIS Asymmetric Warfare Division. In this role, the selected candidate will provide senior-level cybersecurity expertise across a broad portfolio of Special Operations Forces (SOF) and Personnel Recovery (PR) platforms within the Integration Program. This position plays a critical part in ensuring system security, mission assurance, and compliance as our customers modernize and protect advanced tactical capabilities. Responsibilities: Duties include, but not limited to: * Must comply with DAFMAN 17-1303 and DoD Manual 8140.03; CAP/CGRC certification required and CISSP highly recommended, per DoD Cyber Exchange qualification standards. * Provide cybersecurity support across requirements generation, system design and integration, development, modification, test, production, sustainment, deployment, operations, and divestiture activities. * Deliver technical expertise and prepare all documentation required for system cybersecurity Assessment & Authorization (A&A), supporting audits, testing events, and coordination with accreditation authorities. * Maintain working knowledge of threat assessment processes, embedded systems, software applications, networking systems, and manage program accounts for eMASS and ITIPS. * Support A&A tasks including milestone reviews, RMF/PIT processes, System Security Plans, A&A Working Groups, and development/coordination of CIERs, IATTs, and ATO packages with program stakeholders and oversight bodies. * Review, develop, and update program documentation related to cybersecurity, including anti-tamper plans, system security artifacts, ISP, PPP, IAS, RMF artifacts, ICD, ORD/CDD, CONOPS, and SCGs. * Develop and update ISPs; analyze reviewer comments; coordinate responses; and maintain ISP data in required tools such as the Rationale Systems Architect Tool and EISP, ensuring reviewer acceptance in EISP or GTG. * Support development of annual Cost Analysis Requirements Documents and provide inputs to SARs, DAES, MARs, Milestone Reviews, DABs, and AFRBs (cost analyst portion). * Develop life-cycle cost estimates covering EMD, production, and sustainment; produce cost products by WBS and fiscal year; and conduct cost excursions for restructures, capability insertions, quantity changes, or budget shifts. * Perform in-depth cost analyses, evaluations, and recommendations; engage with the Government CFO to define issues and develop defensible, repeatable models and solutions. * Utilize cost estimating tools such as PRICE True Planning, Oracle Crystal Ball, and AFTOC, ensuring accuracy of all data inputs and maintaining familiarity with relevant estimating databases. ## Related Videos - [Securing your application software supply-chain](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/468-securing-your-application-software-supply-chain) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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