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# Cyber Security Engineer III

- **Company:** Desktop Service Center, Inc.
- **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cyber Security, Software Vulnerability Management, Azure Security Center, Data Analytics, Cyber Warfare
- **Published:** July 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9029922/cyber-security-engineer-iii

## About the Role

Clearance Level:

Secret

Certification IAT III, 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, vulnerability management, or incident response.
Strong working knowledge of DoD cybersecurity processes, including TASKORDs, IAVMs, STIGs, and RMF.
Skills & Competencies:

Cybersecurity Monitoring and Incident Response
Vulnerability Management and Remediation
Security Testing, Auditing, and Compliance (STIG, IAVA)
Data Analytics and Risk Assessment
Proficiency with IT Security Tools and Endpoint Protection Platforms
Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills

## Description

This role maintains cybersecurity monitoring operations, performs triage to assess the scope and impact of incidents, identifies vulnerabilities, and recommends remediation strategies. The role requires in-depth knowledge of the Risk Management Framework.

This role is 100% onsite.

Vulnerability Management & Daily Cyber Operations:
Execute daily vulnerability management activities, including responding to and taking action on TASKORDs (Cyber Tasking Orders / Directives).
Perform VRAM (Vulnerability Remediation Asset Manager) operations, including scan cleanup, validation of scan integrity, and investigation of scan results.
Manage and improve CMRS (Cybersecurity Metrics Reporting System) scores, including remediation actions tied to STIG compliance and IAVA reporting.
Review and assess risk reports within ceDAR, ensuring accurate risk identification, prioritization, and mitigation tracking.
Analyze vulnerabilities using industry-standard identifiers such as CVEs (Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures) and IAVMs (Information Assurance Vulnerability Management alerts).
Utilize endpoint security tools such as Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) (transitioning from Trellix) to support detection, response, and remediation efforts.
Ensure data accuracy across vulnerability management platforms and maintain audit-ready records for compliance and reporting.
An understanding of the Cyber Operations Chain of Command, such as NCDOC, Cyber 10th fleet, etc. (preferred).


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