What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cybersecurity Engineer position at Haystack?
We're working with a trusted leader in delivering advanced command and control capabilities across the Department of the Air Force, bringing deep expertise in engineering, securing, and deploying cutting-edge technologies that support mission-critical operations. This organization partners with the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics, supporting programs that unify data, sensors, mission applications, cloud-based services, and emerging AI-enabled automation. Their efforts empower warfighters with a decisive edge, transforming complex, multidomain information into fast, clear, and actionable decisions when it matters most.
The Role
The Role
- Build and secure multi-tenant cloud environments (Dev, Integration, Test).
- Implement JSIG, NIST SP 800-53, STIG, and MLS/MILS baselines across cloud enclaves.
- Own RMF/ATO packages for cloud environments, producing SSP, POA&M, and full RMF evidence.
- Validate STIG, ACAS/Nessus, SAST/DAST, and container-security outputs prior to environment promotion.
- Maintain cloud-aligned continuous monitoring, including audit logs, cloud telemetry, and PrometheGrafana security metrics.
- Provide cyber recommendations and WHY-based guidance during CCB promotion evaluations and to Capability Providers.
- Bachelor's degree with 9 years of experience, Master's with 7 years, or PhD/JD with 4 years of experience.
- Proven experience securing multi-classification cloud environments.
- Hands-on experience performing STIG review/hardening, validating ACAS/Nessus outputs, and adjudicating SAST/DAST results.
- Experience maintaining RMF/ATO artifacts (SSP, POA&M, continuous monitoring evidence).
- DoD 8140 aligned certifications: CISSP, CCSP, CASP , or equivalent.
- Active TS/SCI clearance.
- Opportunity to directly shape how the Air Force sees, decides, and acts across all domains.
- Direct impact on warfighter effectiveness by accelerating integration, testing, security, and transition of new capabilities.
- Collaborative environment working with operators, engineers, and government teams.
- Competitive salary range of $160,001 - $200,000.
Salary : $160,001 - $200,000