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# Cyber Engineer

- **Company:** Leidos, Inc.
- **Location:** Dayton, OH, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $87,100 - $157,450
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Access Network, Active Directory, Software Applications, Computing Platforms, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Computer Engineering, Desktop Computing, Linux, Hardware Design, Identity and Access Management, Internet Security, Local Area Networks, Microsoft Office, Regression Testing, Security Content Automation Protocol, Software Engineering, Software Vulnerability Management, Information Technology, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** November 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/cyber-engineer-dayton-oh--ff40be3b-d713-4403-af46-b3b556af58ea

## About the Role

Team Player, Simulation, Identify Issues, Hardware Development, Hardware Administration, Hardware Quality Assurance, Systems Administration/Management, Internet Security, Microsoft Active Directory, Configuration Management, Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 5+ years experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or similar technical discipline. 10+ years related experience preferred.

 * Generating cyber security artifacts of stand-alone computers and networks.
 * Maintaining and administering computer networks and related computing environments including systems software, applications software, hardware, and configurations.
 * Experience with cyber tools: SCAP, ACAS, STIG Viewer.
 * Experience problem solving and troubleshooting IT issues
 * Network Access Storage (NAS) and Local Area Network (LAN) experience.
 * Demonstrated knowledge of Windows 11, Server 2016 - 2025 and a variety of Linux operating systems.
 * Experience with Microsoft Office products, including Access
 * Self-motivated with ability to work independently under minimal direction as part of multi-functional engineering team.
 * Possess outstanding written/oral communications skills; as well as good organizational skills.
 * Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
 * Current IAT II (Security+) Certification
 * Secret DOD Security Clearance
 * Due to U.S Government contract requirements, MUST be a US Citizen., * Knowledge of simulator systems and environments
 * Familiarity with eMASS
 * CISSP or other IAM II Certification
 * Top Secret DOD Security Clearance

## Description

Supporting the Chief Modeling/Simulation Office Program, the Cyber Engineer will translate customer requirements into cyber and hardware solutions while operating in a flexible, research-focused environment. The candidate will be responsible for applying Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), running security scans, and generating cyber artifacts. As part of the cyber team, the candidate will also be responsible for opening support tickets, ordering equipment, and trouble-shooting various user issues, including issues relating to software and hardware., You will work as part of an engineering team to develop creative and innovative solutions to support hardware development and testbed architecture activities.

 * Support multiple contracts for Cyber Security and Systems Administration tasks.
 * STIG application, compliance scanning, vulnerability remediation.
 * Active Directory Group Policy / Linux Configuration Management
 * Microsoft Windows and Linux patching and regression testing.
 * Work on RMF Authority to Operate (ATO) packages and USAF eMASS.
 * Maintain/troubleshoot/administer users, networks, servers and workstations.