Cybersecurity Engineer - San Diego, CA

Job Description ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS – Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is “On‑Site” at the location detailed in the job post. Locations: Charleston, SC; St. Louis, MO; San Diego, CA; Norfolk, VA Employment: Onsite, Full Time We are a 100% employee‑owned, mission‑focused DoD government contractor that takes pride in a culture where every individual has a genuine stake in our success. We share responsibility, rewards, and a commitment to building something great together, creating a workplace defined by trust, accountability, and purpose. We are continually building a high‑caliber pipeline of cleared and uncleared talent to support current and future program needs. By joining our talent community, you’ll be considered for impactful opportunities across our portfolio, advancing critical national security missions while shaping the future of an organization where your contributions directly influence our shared success. Whether you are exploring new challenges today or preparing for the next step in your career, we welcome you to connect with us and be part of a team that takes pride in delivering meaningful results for those who serve. Security Clearance Requirements US citizenship required Active security clearance required (security clearance eligibility may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis) Essential Functions And Responsibilities Research, design, and implement cybersecurity solutions for organization systems and products that comply with all applicable security policies and standards Work with IT/OT and internal and external business partners to ensure that security is factored into the evaluation, selection, installation, and configuration process of hardware and software Analyze and make recommendations to improve network, system, and application architectures Examine network, server, and application logs to determine trends and identify security incidents Evaluate an organization’s computer networks, applications, and data systems for vulnerabilities Monitor networks for security breaches, violations, or other related issues and develop solutions to defend against such issues Assist in the review and update of cybersecurity policies, architectures, and standards Assist in responding to audits, penetration tests, and vulnerability assessments Research the latest trends in IT and security Provide strategic risk guidance for IT projects including the evaluation and recommendation of technical controls Develop, maintain, and publish up‑to‑date information security policies, standards, and guidelines Oversee the approval, training, and dissemination of security policies and practices Manage security incidents and events to protect assets including intellectual property, regulated data, and the company’s reputation Monitor the external threat environment for emerging threats and advise relevant stakeholders on the appropriate courses of action Understand organizational mission, values, and goals and consistently apply this knowledge Minimum Education Required High School/GED Additional Qualifications And Responsibilities Required Education, Skills, and Experience: Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity or related field or have an extra 4 years experience in lieu of degree Jr. Level: 2–4 years experience with a minimum IAT lvl 2 compliant certification (Security+, etc.) Mid. Level: 4–7 years experience with a minimum IAT lvl 3 or IAM lvl 2 compliant certification (CISSP, CISA, GCIH, etc.) Sr. Level: 7+ years experience with a minimum IAM lvl 2 compliant certification (CISM, CISSP, etc.) Experience with cybersecurity tools such as ACAS/Nessus, RedSeal, Trellix Endpoint Security (formerly HBSS), Splunk, SCAP Compliance Checker, etc. Experience with Linux, Windows, and Networking Working knowledge of STIGs Experience with NIST SP 800 series Ability to interpret complex data and generate meaningful insights Job Code: Cyber_Security IT Affiliate Sponsor: Life Cycle Engineering #J-18808-Ljbffr VetJobs