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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network and Cybersecurity Engineer - **Company:** Amentum Services, Inc. - **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $183,000.0 - $203,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, System Configuration, Network Security, Wireless Intrusion Prevention Systems, Patch Management, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** August 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/7F066C1F7228406684ABD15ADE34443C/job/ ## About the Role * Experience supporting Information Assurance or cybersecurity activities within DoD and/or Intelligence Community environments. * Knowledge of RMF, ICD 503, A&A, and ATO processes. * Experience developing technical documentation and security accreditation artifacts. * Understanding of secure system engineering principles and cybersecurity best practices. * Strong written, verbal, and analytical communication skills. * Ability to coordinate across engineering teams and Government stakeholders. * Ability to travel worldwide. Security Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Poly Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of Experience: * Bachelor's Degree with 5-7 years of experience; Master's Degree with 3-5 years of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. * Minimum of five (5) years supporting cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or systems engineering efforts for classified Government programs. ## Description Purpose and Impact: Amentum/Secure Networking Solutions is seeking a Network and Cybersecurity Engineer to ensure the security, accreditation, and compliance of Wireless Intrusion Detection System (WIDS) environments of Amentum's Skywalker program. The Network and Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for supporting Information Assurance (IA) activities, coordinating Assessment and Authorization (A&A) and Authority to Operate (ATO) efforts, and implementing cybersecurity best practices throughout the system lifecycle. Working closely with Government stakeholders and engineering teams, this position ensures systems are securely deployed, maintained, and operated in accordance with ICD 503, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and customer security requirements while supporting mission-critical operations. Experience writing clear, concise, and user-friendly technical and training manuals or similar documentation, including documents required for A&A IAW ICD 503, is required. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm. Essential Responsibilities: * Support cybersecurity engineering and IA activities for WIDS deployments. * Coordinate A&A and ATO efforts in accordance with ICD 503 and Government requirements. * Develop, review, and maintain accreditation documentation, security plans, and technical procedures. * Coordinate with engineering teams to implement secure system configurations and cybersecurity controls. * Support vulnerability assessments, security compliance reviews, and risk mitigation activities. * Assist with system hardening, patch management, and configuration management. * Provide technical guidance on cybersecurity requirements throughout system deployment and sustainment. * Support Government customers during security reviews, audits, and accreditation activities. ## Related Videos - [Less Is More: How Lagom and Agile Can Create Harmonious Workflows](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1993-less-is-more-how-lagom-and-agile-can-create-harmonious-workflows) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Small, Secure, Interconnected: The next Internet Protocol](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100062-small-secure-interconnected-the-next-internet-protocol) - [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) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) - [Kubernetes dev is fun, but setup and ops isn't! 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