Virginia Tech Applied Research Corporation · 4 hours ago
Senior Cybersecurity Engineer
Arlington, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expVirginia Tech Applied Research Corporation (VTARC) is a technical services and applied research company dedicated to solving complex problems through collaboration. They are seeking a highly skilled Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to support the design and implementation of a transformational network engineering program and ensure compliance with stringent security standards.
ConsultingIT ManagementMachine LearningSecuritySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop cybersecurity approaches and strategies aligned with network architecture and design
Collaborate with the Principal Architect and other technical leads to integrate security into all phases of network development
Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and compliance audits on implemented network systems
Ensure adherence to DoD cybersecurity standards, STIGs, and NIST frameworks
Create and maintain security documentation, including risk assessments and mitigation plans
Work with cross-functional teams to resolve security issues and implement corrective actions
Provide technical guidance on emerging cybersecurity threats and best practices
Work closely with the onsite government and contractor technical team to develop cybersecurity capabilities that support end-to-end network and end user communication requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field
7+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering roles
Strong knowledge of network security principles, firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and encryption technologies
Experience conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
Familiarity with compliance standards such as NIST, STIGs, and RMF
Hands-on experience with security tools and platforms (SIEM, endpoint protection, etc.)
Relevant certifications (CISSP, CEH, or equivalent)
Previous experience working with Federal agencies on critical networks and communications services
Strong interpersonal and teambuilding skills
An active Top Secret/SCI clearance is required
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Preferred
Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or field
10+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering roles
Experience with secure network design and architecture
Knowledge of cloud security (AWS, Azure) and Zero Trust principles
Ability to automate security testing and reporting using scripting languages
Experience with network/cybersecurity simulation tools
Company
Virginia Tech Applied Research Corporation
Virginia Tech Applied Research Corporation is a firm that deals with IT, technical ,machine learning and other services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
John Forte
CEO & President
Don Maffei
VP, Finance & Administration
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