What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cyber Security Project Engineer position at Core4ce?
Information Technology --> Cyber
McLean, VA
ID: 1086-383
Full-Time/Regular
We are seeking a Cyber Security Project Engineer to maintain compliance. The contractor will ensure systems are securely designed and implemented, meet all cybersecurity requirements, comply with required controls, assess risks, and develop mitigation strategies. They will also manage and complete required documentation and to ensure successful project authorization.
Responsibilities
Core4ce is a team of innovators, self-starters, and critical thinkers—driven by a shared mission to strengthen national security and advance warfighting outcomes.
We Offer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
McLean, VA
ID: 1086-383
Full-Time/Regular
We are seeking a Cyber Security Project Engineer to maintain compliance. The contractor will ensure systems are securely designed and implemented, meet all cybersecurity requirements, comply with required controls, assess risks, and develop mitigation strategies. They will also manage and complete required documentation and to ensure successful project authorization.
Responsibilities
- Design and implementation of secure communications, networks, and cloud-hosted infrastructure (including public cloud and mobile/commercial applications)
- Experience with ICD 503 Assessment & Accreditation (A&A) processes and maintaining Authority to Operate (ATO)
- Implementation of system security controls, risk mitigation, and information security best practices
- Handling, transferring, and securing sensitive data
- Troubleshooting and triaging system issues
- Producing technical documentation and system design diagrams
- Developing and briefing system designs to technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Certifications: CompTIA Network , CompTIA Security , CISSP
- Ability to obtain a TS/SCI with poly
- This position is designed to be flexible, with responsibilities evolving to meet business needs and enable individual growth.
- Familiarity with Sponsor systems, architecture, data, and A&A processes
- Coordinating across Sponsor organizations and partners to expedite approvals
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in team environments
- Experience using Sponsor-provided tools for system design
- Certification: EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Core4ce is a team of innovators, self-starters, and critical thinkers—driven by a shared mission to strengthen national security and advance warfighting outcomes.
We Offer
- 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 6% deferred, with immediate vesting
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage—employee portion paid 100% by Core4ce
- Unlimited access to training and certifications, with no pre-set cap on eligible professional development
- Tuition assistance for job-related degrees and courses
- Paid parental leave, PTO that grows with tenure, and generous holiday schedules
- Got a big idea? At Core4ce, The Forge gives every employee the chance to propose bold innovations and help bring them to life with internal backing.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status.