Cybersecurity Engineer (5316)

cBEYONData + SMX is seeking Cybersecurity Engineers to support federal customers with cybersecurity operations, security engineering, compliance, risk management, network security, cloud security, and mission-focused modernization initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, monitor, and maintain security solutions that protect enterprise systems, networks, applications, and data

• Support security engineering, security architecture, vulnerability management, incident response, and compliance activities

• Assist with secure system implementation across federal, DoD, or enterprise technology environments

• Administer, configure, and support cybersecurity tools such as SIEM, endpoint protection, vulnerability scanners, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and related platforms

• Conduct or support vulnerability assessments, security reviews, risk analysis, remediation planning, and POA&M tracking

• Help ensure systems and solutions align with applicable security frameworks, policies, and compliance requirements

• Collaborate with infrastructure, network, cloud, data, application, and customer teams to support secure solution delivery

• Develop and maintain security documentation, reports, technical artifacts, and audit readiness materials

• Support continuous monitoring, system hardening, access control, and secure configuration activities

• Help maintain secure, compliant, and resilient systems in support of mission-focused modernization efforts

Required Skills and Experience

• Experience supporting cybersecurity engineering, security operations, or information assurance activities in enterprise, federal, or DoD environments

• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, policies, and standards such as NIST, RMF, FedRAMP, FISMA, DoD 8570/8140, or related guidance

• Experience with vulnerability management, security assessments, POA&M tracking, risk analysis, and remediation support

• Familiarity with security tools such as SIEM, endpoint protection, vulnerability scanners, firewalls, IDS/IPS, or similar technologies

• Understanding of network security, access control, identity management, encryption, and secure configuration practices

• Ability to support security documentation, compliance reporting, and audit readiness activities

• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, communication, and documentation skills

• Ability to collaborate with engineering, infrastructure, cloud, data, and customer teams to support secure solution delivery

Desired Skills and Experience

• Active or current DoD security clearance

• Experience supporting federal, DoD, or mission-critical environments

• Familiarity with cloud security concepts across AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, or similar platforms

• Experience with Zero Trust architectures and methodologies

• Experience supporting security architecture, system hardening, incident response, or continuous monitoring

• Relevant certifications such as Security+, CySA+, CISSP, CASP+, CEH, CISM, AWS Security, Azure Security, or similar

Application Deadline: 7/31/26

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:

$120,000-$200,000 USD

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what's possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).