Core4ce · 1 day ago
Cyber Security Project Engineer
McLean, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelCore4ce is a team of innovators, self-starters, and critical thinkers—driven by a shared mission to strengthen national security and advance warfighting outcomes. They are seeking a Cyber Security Project Engineer to maintain compliance, ensure secure system design and implementation, and manage documentation for project authorization.
Information Services
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and implementation of secure communications, networks, and cloud-hosted infrastructure (including public cloud and mobile/commercial applications)
Experience with ICD 503 Assessment & Accreditation (A&A) processes and maintaining Authority to Operate (ATO)
Implementation of system security controls, risk mitigation, and information security best practices
Handling, transferring, and securing sensitive data
Troubleshooting and triaging system issues
Producing technical documentation and system design diagrams
Developing and briefing system designs to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Certifications: CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, CISSP
Ability to obtain a TS/SCI with poly
This position is designed to be flexible, with responsibilities evolving to meet business needs and enable individual growth
Qualification
Required
Design and implementation of secure communications, networks, and cloud-hosted infrastructure (including public cloud and mobile/commercial applications)
Experience with ICD 503 Assessment & Accreditation (A&A) processes and maintaining Authority to Operate (ATO)
Implementation of system security controls, risk mitigation, and information security best practices
Handling, transferring, and securing sensitive data
Troubleshooting and triaging system issues
Producing technical documentation and system design diagrams
Developing and briefing system designs to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Certifications: CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, CISSP
Ability to obtain a TS/SCI with poly
Preferred
Familiarity with Sponsor systems, architecture, data, and A&A processes
Coordinating across Sponsor organizations and partners to expedite approvals
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in team environments
Experience using Sponsor-provided tools for system design
Certification: EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Benefits
401(k) with 100% company match on the first 6% deferred, with immediate vesting
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage—employee portion paid 100% by Core4ce
Unlimited access to training and certifications, with no pre-set cap on eligible professional development
Tuition assistance for job-related degrees and courses
Paid parental leave, PTO that grows with tenure, and generous holiday schedules
Company
Core4ce
Core4ce is a mission-oriented company that serves as a trusted partner to the national security community.
Founded in 2018
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mike Morehouse
Chief Executive Officer and Managing Partner
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