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# Cybersecurity Engineer

- **Company:** Precise Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Hopkinsville, KY, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $77,571.0 - $129,286.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Proxy Servers, Application Firewall, Application Services, Communications Protocols, Cyber Security, Linux, Digital Electronics, Microsoft Office, Systems Development Life Cycle, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Penetration Tools, Security Software, System Testing, Systems Integration, Virtualization Technology, Enterprise Software Applications, Information Technology, Devsecops, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.wayup.com/i-j-Cybersecurity-Engineer-Precise-Systems-131238716380001/

## About the Role

+ Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in a technical or managerial related discipline
 + DoD 8140 qualified to include relevant education, training, and certification(s) - equivalent to the former DoD 8570 IAT II at a minimum
Required Experience:

 + 3+ years of experience in a Cybersecurity, Engineering, Test and Evaluation (T&E) or A&A related field.
 + Experience working with Information Assurance tools such as DISA Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) and Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS).
 + Experience working with the Information Technology (IT) systems for a DoD or government agency
 + Experience leading Navy RMF projects, including A&A activities for up-to TS/SCI systems, and the preparation, direct development, and maintenance of RMF artifacts, packages, and deliverables
 + Experience implementing security controls and policies, performing cybersecurity compliance testing using industry standard tools, and performing vulnerability analysis and remediation of networks, systems, and communications protocols
 + Experience with eMASS, including Security Plan development and hands-on processing of packages through workflows, assisting with generating security policies, evaluating assessment documentation, and developing written security risks, mitigations, and recommendations
 + Experience with operating systems, platforms, and technologies, including Windows, Linux, networking, virtualization, or containers
 + Experience with architecture visualization, and developing and maintaining system artifacts, including Boundary Diagrams and Data Flow Diagrams
 + Must be a self-starter and be able to independently execute tasking with excellent verbal and written communication skills
 + Ability to devise and execute client deliverables, work independently, identify problems and devise analysis and solutions, communicate results to both technical and non-technical audiences, and lead the accomplishments of client tasks from inception to completion, + Experience with DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) and Evaluate-STIG and tools such as Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)
 + Experience integrating security into DevSecOps pipelines
 + Experience implementing automation methodologies and processes
 + Experience deploying, implementing, maintaining, and integrating cybersecurity tools and applications in alignment with the current threat landscape, and analyzing risks and opportunities at both tactical and strategic levels
 + Experience with network engineering functions, including Windows, Linux, and virtual operating systems, security tools, platforms, and technologies, including network and web application firewalls, web proxy, intrusion prevention systems, vulnerability scanners, and penetration tools
 + Experience with developing and maintaining cyber schedule, performance, and quality metrics within the systems development lifecycle and acquisition lifecycle
 + Experience with Navy initiatives and PMW 160 systems (e.g., Consolidated Afloat Network Enterprise Systems (CANES), Platform Application Services (PAS), Agile Core Services (ACS), Automated Digital Network System (ADNS))
 + Master's degree in an Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent technical discipline
 + Operating System (OS) Certification(s) e.g., Windows, RedHat, Linux
 + Familiarity with OCF Platforms, + Understand and apply adult learning theories
 + Understanding of transitioning Service member populations
 + Experience using Microsoft Office suite of tools
 + Strong customer management and support skills
 + Experience delivering interactive workshops and training to live audiences

## Description

Precise Systems delivers integrated, mission-ready solutions that advance warfighter readiness and strengthen our nation's most critical defense programs. Through the power of our combined capabilities, we provide deep expertise in Advanced Engineering; Digital Transformation; Electromagnetic Warfare; Interactive Training & Simulation; Physical Sciences Research; Platform Lifecycle Support; and Foreign Military Sales. Unified by decades of trusted performance and expanded through strategic growth, our team applies innovative technologies, engineering rigor, and customer-focused execution to solve complex challenges and accelerate mission success. Guided by our commitment to partnership, precision, and performance, we deliver the scalable solutions and technical excellence our customers depend on-today and into the future.
We are seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to coordinate all cybersecurity activities to support, documentation, planning, and development. The ideal candidate will be able to perform the following duties, as well as possess the following education and experience.
Hybrid Work Disclaimer: This position may allow for hybrid work; however, employees must be able and willing to travel and provide in-office or on-site support as required by customer requirements, project demands, or business needs.
Duties:

 + Prepare, develop, and maintain Risk Management Framework (RMF) artifacts, packages, and deliverables to support system validation and authorization to operate (ATO)
 + Perform risk and vulnerability assessments in network, system, and application areas
 + Coordinate day-to-day cybersecurity operations with program technical leads to discover cyber risks, understand applicable policies, and develop mitigation plans
 + Maintain RMF documents for system baseline variants that have achieved ATO
 + Work independently, identify problems and devise analysis and solutions, communicate results to both technical and non-technical audiences, and lead the accomplishments of client tasks from inception to completion
 + Develop and deliver cybersecurity update presentations to high level stakeholders that incorporate analysis of National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) controls and identified expected system and workload impacts


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