Cybersecurity Engineer III

Job overview

The Cybersecurity Engineer III role is listed in San Diego, CA, and the posting also identifies Tidewater, VA as a work location. Compensation is $135,000–$180,000 per year, depending on experience. The role supports Navy enterprise IT and network systems for global Live Virtual Constructive environments. The engineer designs and secures enterprise systems, integrates cybersecurity controls, and leads hardening and risk-mitigation work. The position contributes to secure, accredited systems and provides technical guidance to junior engineers.

What you'll do

• Design and implement secure enterprise IT and network architectures
• lead system hardening, secure configuration, and risk mitigation
• integrate controls aligned with RMF, STIGs, and DoD frameworks
• conduct vulnerability analysis and threat modeling
• support accreditation and ATO processes
• mentor junior engineers.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cybersecurity engineer

information security

navy support

rmf

stigs

dod 8140

security clearance eligibility

san diego ca

tidewater va

saalex

$135k–$180k

401(k)

paid time off

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision
• retirement plan
• life insurance
• paid time off
• short- and long-term disability
• training and development
• wellness resources
• stock option plan.

Why this role

Contingent on contract award; must be eligible to obtain a Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI clearance; active clearances preferred.

About the employer

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