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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cybersecurity-Aware Engineering Support - **Company:** Applied Research Solutions - **Location:** Bedford, MA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $145,000.0 - $160,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Domain Controllers, Systems Engineering, VMware ESX Servers, Network Topologies, Requirements Management, System Testing, Systems Integration, Technical Data Management Systems, Strategies of Testing, Virtual Machines, Information Technology, Modeling and Simulation, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/d8ab6b14-42cd-472b-84e6-50de7fa07848 ## About the Role * network topologies * ports and protocols * ACAS vulnerability scanning * secure system integration within DoD environments Systems Engineering & Integration Experience Strong candidates will also bring experience supporting: * technical requirements documentation * system test planning and validation activities * implementation planning within DoD acquisition environments * interface definition and subsystem integration * configuration and technical data management * performance and reliability assessments * modeling and simulation for requirements validation * cost vs capability trade studies * Multi-Objective Decision Analysis (MODA) Qualifications/ Technical Experience Requirements: * Secret Security clearance * Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Mathematics * Minimum 5+ years of experience in technical engineering All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check. ## Description * Supporting system engineering activities across acquisition and sustainment programs at Hanscom AFB * Managing and maintaining program technical baselines * Supporting system integration, validation, and performance verification activities * Participating in technical reviews of architectures, requirements, and test strategies * Performing trade studies and capability analyses to support engineering decisions * Supporting interface definition and integration across multiple subsystems and mission services * Developing technical documentation including: + requirements artifacts + test plans + implementation plans + engineering assessments * Supporting engineering risk identification and mitigation aligned with Air Force SEAM processes * Assisting with evaluation of COTS/GOTS solutions for compliance with DoD standards * Supporting lifecycle engineering across: + acquisition + integration + deployment + sustainment + operations oversight * Will perform other duties as assigned Featured Technical Environment (Highly Desired) Candidates with experience in the following areas tend to excel in this role: Hands-on familiarity with: * Windows Active Directory * Domain Controllers * Group Policy Objects (GPO) * FSMO roles Virtualized Mission Environments Experience supporting Windows-based application hosting environments using: * ESXi * VxRail * Enterprise virtual machine provisioning and sustainment, The annual salary range: $145k - $160k. Salary is dependent upon the role and associated responsibilities, candidate's experience, and qualifications to include education/training, and key skills. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. 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