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# Cybersecurity Engineer (Active TS/SCI Clearance Required)

- **Company:** OPANALYTX LLC
- **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $115,215.0 - $160,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Applications, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Identity and Access Management, Security Content Automation Protocol, Software Vulnerability Management, Information Technology, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** July 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a4495a81186ffc6a

## About the Role

In this role, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, program managers, and government personnel, to ensure mission-critical systems achieve and maintain compliance with Authority to Operate (ATO) and continuous monitoring requirements. You will contribute as a key technical leader, working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where innovation and attention to detail are highly valued.

This opportunity is well-suited for an experienced cybersecurity professional who thrives in complex environments and has a strong background in RMF, vulnerability management, configuration monitoring, and accreditation processes., * Bachelor's Degree and four (6) years or more of experience

 * IAM Level II or III certification in accordance with DoD 8570.01-M (eg., CISSP, CISM or CAP)

## Description

* Four (4) years or more of hands-on experience designing, implementing or supporting hardened IT systems in classified or high-security environments
 * Conduct vulnerability assessments using tools such as ACAS, SCAP, and other automated tools to ensure compliance with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
 * Develop and update cybersecurity baselines, including monthly security patching, system lockdowns, and configuration updates.
 * Conduct independent cybersecurity scans and audits to verify the security posture of systems before and after new configurations are implemented.
 * Collaborate with CS teams to resolve findings and integrate RMF requirements throughout the system lifecycle.
 * Provide technical leadership to other cyber staff, ensuring cohesive execution of cybersecurity efforts and compliance with emerging DoW directives.
 * Prepare and deliver documentation-including monthly vulnerability scan reports, risk mitigation strategies, and policy updates-to government stakeholders to achieve mission milestones.
 * Identify and refine cybersecurity processes to ensure sustainment of the OE, software applications, supporting tools, and infrastructure.
 * Enhance early detection mechanisms by incorporating automated benchmarks and efficient review processes for baseline updates.
 * Develop innovative solutions for emerging cybersecurity requirements within DoW/DoN frameworks.
 * Must have an Active Top Secret/SCI clearance


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