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# Cybersecurity Engineer (Contingent)

- **Company:** KIHOMAC, Inc.
- **Location:** Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $145,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cyber Security, Systems Architecture, Plan of Action and Milestones, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9140313/cybersecurity-engineer-contingent

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree in relevant engineering or science discipline required
 * Security certifications (i.e. Security+, CISSP, etc.) preferred

Experience:

 * 2+ years of professional experience in the required task area
 * Experience with RMF and DoD Cybersecurity processes required
 * Knowledge of NIST frameworks and IA principles required
 * Experience supporting ATO/IATT efforts required
 * Experience with embedded or sensor-based systems preferred

Security:

 * Must be a US citizen
 * Active Top Secret clearance required

Physical Requirements:

 * Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
 * Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
 * Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)
 * Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time

## Description

* Support secure system architecture and RMF compliance for wearable and sensor-based systems
 * Focus on cybersecurity strategy, risk assessment, and accreditation activities
 * Support RMF processes (IATT, ATO, SSP, POA&M, etc.)
 * Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments and vulnerability analysis
 * Develop cybersecurity documentation and strategies
 * Support secure system architecture and data protection
 * Other duties as assigned


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