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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cybersecurity Engineer - **Company:** Science Applications International Corporation - **Location:** Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Software System Penetration Testing, Software Suite, Systems Engineering, Cloud Computing, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Data Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Scrum Methodology, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Software, Software Engineering, Software Vulnerability Management, Data Logging, SC Clearance, Information Technology, Devsecops - **Published:** August 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/use231753e8aa24c607173da12f9c98446/eaa ## About the Role Required Clearance: * Active Secret clearance required. * TS/SCI Preferred Required Education * Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Assurance, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline Or Master's Degree preferred in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or a related technical field, * 8+ (eight) years of progressive experience in cybersecurity engineering, information assurance, or a closely related field, with a minimum of three (3) years supporting defense, military, or interagency programs at the operational or acquisition level * Demonstrated experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale cybersecurity architectures across multi-vendor, multi-domain environments, with proficiency in Zero Trust frameworks, identity and access management, encryption standards, and vulnerability management * Experience working within agile development frameworks such as SAFe, Scrum, or Kanban, with working knowledge of DevSecOps pipelines, CI/CD security toolchains, and automated security testing and validation methodologies * Familiarity with Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST standards, DISA STIGs, and the unique cybersecurity requirements of classified and multi-domain network environments * Experience securing cloud-based and tactical edge platforms, including the ability to design and validate security architectures that perform under DDIL conditions and constrained hardware environments * Background in threat modeling, penetration testing, and incident response with familiarity in military cybersecurity standards, data protection requirements, and cross-domain security solutions * Demonstrated ability to lead cybersecurity working groups, brief senior military, civilian, and interagency audiences, and drive technical consensus across multi-vendor and multi-functional teams in fast-paced, dynamic environments Preferred: * Relevant certifications strongly preferred, including one or more of the following: CISSP, CISM, CEH, Security+, or equivalent ## Description SAIC is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to support a mission-critical modernization program delivering a modular, adaptable software suite of essential capabilities across multiple warfighting functions. In this role, you will serve as the technical authority responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a robust cybersecurity posture across a modern, open-architecture platform spanning enterprise cloud and tactical edge environments. This position operates across cloud and tactical edge environments, supporting cybersecurity architecture, implementation, and continuous monitoring across the full software development lifecycle - from initial design through fielding - in both garrison and deployed settings, including Denied, Degraded, Intermittent, and Low Bandwidth (DDIL) environments. The work is to be performed at the customer site at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), MD. This role is contingent upon award news in Fall 2026., * Design and implement enterprise-scale cybersecurity architectures that enforce Zero Trust principles, data protection standards, and access control policies across cloud and tactical edge environments within an open-architecture framework * Develop and maintain cybersecurity processes, controls, and documentation including system security plans, risk assessments, vulnerability management plans, and continuous monitoring strategies across multiple security domains * Serve as the primary technical authority on cybersecurity, advising Government stakeholders, vendors, and development teams to ensure security requirements are accurately captured, communicated, traceable, and verifiable throughout the program lifecycle * Evaluate and validate platform security capabilities including credential authority, data logging and alerting, access controls, encryption standards, and compliance with applicable cybersecurity frameworks and regulations * Support design and validation of tactical edge security configurations, ensuring cybersecurity approaches account for operations in DDIL environments * Participate in product demonstrations, design reviews, and agile development cycles, providing rapid technical assessment of cybersecurity compliance against documented requirements, operational needs, and applicable security standards * Collaborate with vendors, partners, integration SMEs, and Government stakeholders to identify and resolve cybersecurity risks, vulnerabilities, and technical gaps throughout the program lifecycle * Participate in product demonstrations, design reviews, and agile development cycles, providing rapid technical assessment of data architecture compliance against documented requirements and operational needs * Collaborate with vendors, partners, integration SMEs, and Government stakeholders to identify and resolve data architecture risks, dependencies, and technical gaps throughout the program lifecycle, Job Title: Cybersecurity Engineer Company: Dalcom Engineering Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD Salary: $125,000 - $225,000 Position Overview Dalcom Engineering is cu… + 15 days ago ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [DevSecOps: Injecting Security into Mobile CI/CD Pipelines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/273-devsecops-injecting-security-into-mobile-ci-cd-pipelines) - [Crypto-secure Data Management with In-Database Blockchain](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/632-crypto-secure-data-management-with-in-database-blockchain) - [DevSecOps culture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/783-devsecops-culture) - [DevSecOps: Security in DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/36-devsecops-security-in-devops) - [Build Delightful Mobile Experiences with Kotlin, Realm, and Atlas Device Sync](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/694-build-delightful-mobile-experiences-with-kotlin-realm-and-atlas-device-sync) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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