Cyber Security Engineer
Core
Maintain and secure the Persistent Cyber Training Environment (PCTE) for federal civilian, defense, and intelligence community customers by managing virtual training systems and enforcing security baselines.
Role type
Cyber Security Engineer (Infrastructure & Virtualization)
Builds
Secure virtual training environments, RCS nodes, and external system connections for mission-critical training initiatives.
Domain
Federal Government Contracting / Defense Training / Cybersecurity
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Virtualization (VMware, KVM), Linux/Windows hardening, vulnerability scanning, patch management, DoD cybersecurity standards, RMF/NIST controls, Agile development integration
Preferred skills
Experience with DOT&E, ATEC, USCYBERCOM coordination, engineering specifications creation, secure integration management
Technologies
VMware, KVM, Linux, Windows, RCS nodes
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot and maintain PCTE systems across various secure environments; Apply system hardening techniques and enforce security baselines for VMs; Configure and deploy secure virtual training environments; Collaborate with the Senior Test Officer to plan and execute cybersecurity test and evaluation activities; Develop and maintain Cybersecurity Test Plans integrated into the Agile development cycle; Coordinate with agencies to validate test coverage and compliance; Stay up to date with evolving DoD cybersecurity standards and Army regulations; Support the deployment and maintenance of RCS infrastructure; Perform quality assurance checks during system buildouts; Collaborate with development teams to create engineering specifications for cybersecurity solutions; Work with developers to install and maintain cybersecurity tools and agents.
Seniority
Mid-Senior level, hands-on IC
