Cybersecurity Engineer

Huntsville, AL, US • Posted 2 hours ago • Updated 2 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

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Skills

Security Architecture
Network
Supply Chain Management
DevOps
Emerging Technologies
Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Command-line Interface
Authorization
Management
Vulnerability Scanning
Nessus
Incident Management
Adobe AIR
Security Controls
Artificial Intelligence
Cloud Security
Security Clearance
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Cloud Computing
STIG
Hardening
Vulnerability Management
Workflow
Cyber Security
NIST 800-53
Linux
Microsoft Windows
DevSecOps
DoD
Amazon Web Services
Microsoft Azure
Docker
Kubernetes
Regulatory Compliance
RMF
Risk Management Framework
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
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Summary

Job ID: 2610404

Location: Huntsville, AL, US

Date Posted: 2026-03-18

Category: Cyber

Subcategory: Cyber Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: Interim_Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE

Description

We are seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to support the security architecture, compliance, and operational security posture of a next-generation DevSecOps, cloud, and AI-enabled platform environment supporting Department of Defense programs in Huntsville, AL. This role focuses on cybersecurity engineering, system hardening, secure deployment of AI capabilities, compliance automation, and platform security architecture across both classified and unclassified environments. The engineer will support the Secure Platform Development System (SPDS) ecosystem, including the continued evolution of SPDS across classified and unclassified environments.

Design, implement, and manage secure architectures for DevSecOps platforms, including both classified and unclassified environments. Ensure hardened configurations for cloud, on-premise systems, and container platforms while applying DISA STIGs and secure network architectures.
Secure CI/CD pipelines by implementing security controls, software supply chain protections, Policy-as-Code practices, and compliance automation. Partner with DevOps engineers to enhance development workflows with secure, AI-enabled tooling.
Securely integrate and authorize emerging technologies, including Generative AI platforms, AI-enabled development tools, and CLI-based systems within hybrid and mission-critical environments.
Align systems with DoD cybersecurity frameworks (RMF, NIST 800-53, CMMC) and develop ATO packages, SSPs, POA&Ms, and evidence for security control implementation. Support automated compliance validation and continuous authorization readiness.
Manage vulnerability scanning programs using ACAS/Nessus, container scanning, and SBOM tools. Coordinate remediation strategies, analyze findings, and support security monitoring and incident response efforts.
Secure DevSecOps capabilities within classified and restricted environments, ensuring consistent architecture, cross-domain security, and authorized artifact movement between air-gapped systems.
Maintain robust security controls, accreditation readiness, and operational assurance for DevSecOps platforms, cloud infrastructures, and AI-enabled development systems across mission-critical programs.

Qualifications

Education Requirements:

Bachelor degree and 5 years' experience in cybersecurity engineering, cloud security, or platform security; Additional 6 years' experience can be considered in lieu of degree (per contract vehicle).

Clearance Requirements:

Must possess an active Interim Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance; ship required.

Required Skills:

Strong working knowledge of DevSecOps environments and CI/CD pipelines.
Hands-on experience securing cloud and hybrid environments.
Experience implementing DISA STIGs and system hardening.
Experience with vulnerability management and remediation workflows.
Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity frameworks including RMF and NIST 800-53.
Strong Linux and/or Windows system security background.
Ability to support classified systems and environments.

Desired Skills:

Experience supporting DevSecOps platforms in DoD environments.
Experience with AWS GovCloud or Azure Government.
Experience with container security (Docker, Kubernetes).
Experience implementing Policy-as-Code or compliance automation.
Hands-on RMF / ATO lifecycle participation.
Experience securing software supply chains and SBOM processes.
Familiarity with Zero Trust architectures.
Experience supporting digital engineering or MBSE platforms.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10111346
Position Id: 2610404
Posted 2 hours ago

Company Info

About SAIC

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets include secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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