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Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

Haystack
Boston, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/21/2026
A world-leading aerospace and defense company with over a century of engineering expertise is seeking a talented individual to join their team. This organization is committed to solving complex global challenges and creating a safer, more secure world through cutting-edge solutions and continuous innovation.

The Role

  • Define security requirements, design solutions, and provide guidance on security technologies.
  • Conduct analysis on collected security data and test results.
  • Prepare and maintain compliance-related security documentation.
  • Define cybersecurity requirements, design, architecture artifacts, strategy, plans, and policies.
  • Perform and oversee vulnerability assessments, defining and executing Assessment and Authorization (A&A) events.
  • Collaborate with program and engineering disciplines to ensure robust cybersecurity solution alternatives.

What You'll Need

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, plus 5 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience in cybersecurity, compliance, and Risk Management Framework (RMF).
  • Active and transferable U.S. government-issued security clearance is required (Secret level).
  • U.S. Citizenship is required to be eligible for a security clearance.
  • Experience with security features and vulnerabilities of various operating systems as defined by NSA, NIST, DISA (STIGs), and USCYBERCOM.
  • Expertise in network and system security administration, including OS configuration for MS Windows, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, and Cisco Systems.

What's On Offer

  • Opportunity to contribute to advanced aerospace and defense projects.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) match.
  • Potential for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs.
  • A collaborative environment focused on innovation and impactful solutions.

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