Lead Cybersecurity Engineer / Scientist

Job overview

The Lead Cybersecurity Engineer / Scientist role is primarily onsite in the North Charleston, SC area at a contractor facility within 15 miles of NIWC Atlantic; remote or telework may be approved. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., with occasional extended hours during testing events. Compensation is not specified. The role supports Defense Health Agency systems and enclaves through NIWC Atlantic-managed cybersecurity efforts. The lead provides technical direction for cybersecurity assessment and authorization, including Risk Management Framework implementation, testing, vulnerability assessment, and authorization-package development. The position also guides analysts and engineers and supports a government contract proposal contingent on award and government approval.

What you'll do

• Lead cybersecurity assessment and authorization execution
• implement RMF controls
• develop Security Assessment Plans and test procedures
• assess security controls
• conduct IV&V testing and vulnerability assessments
• analyze scan results and recommend remediation
• develop assessment reports
• support RMF packages and eMASS authorization artifacts
• review security architecture and system boundaries
• perform risk analysis
• oversee STIG implementation
• support test events, automation, dashboards, and reporting
• provide technical guidance to analysts and engineers.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lead cybersecurity engineer

cybersecurity scientist

defense health agency

rmf

iv&v

stig validation

vulnerability assessment

emass

secret clearance

north charleston sc

monday–friday

8 a.m.–5 p.m.

10–20% travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Secret clearance required, with ability to obtain TS preferred; position is contingent on contract award and government approval; minimal travel stated at 10–20%, primarily CONUS with limited OCONUS.

About the employer

TekSynap is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.