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Cybersecurity Engineer

SimVentions
Virginia, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/25/2026
Overview

SimVentions is 100% employee-owned and has consistently been voted one of Virginia's Best Places to Work! We are looking for a Cybersecurity Analyst/Engineer to join our team to perform cybersecurity services across the lifecycle of various DoD systems.

Travel

Negligible

Clearance

An ACTIVE Top Secret Clearance is required for this position. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US Citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.

Requirements

  • Active Top Secret Security Clearance and SCI eligible
  • Builds and codes applications and/or models using various computer programming languages. (e.g. C , Java, Python)
  • Designs, develops, deploys, and maintains operating systems and operating system software in Windows and Linux
  • Experience with Software Containerization application and utilization (e.g. Docker, IBM WebSphere Hybrid Edition, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure)
  • Repository management experience with Git, Mercurial
  • Software configuration management of tracking bug/enhancements in software releases
  • Installs enhancements and performs updates to software of existing systems, including middleware and application programs that run on the system
  • Performs troubleshooting of problems and provides customer support for software systems and application issues
  • Debugs problems with system software. Provides recommendations for continuous improvement
  • Experience configuring and using ACAS/NESSUS to perform scanning
  • Experience in answering Access Controls for the NIST 800-53 control list
  • Experience and familiarity with the Navy accrediting authorities and requirements
  • Five (5) years of full-time related professional experience
  • DoD 8570.01 IAT Level II certification or higher (i.e. Security )

Responsibilities

  • Provide cybersecurity and engineering design, development, installation, and lifecycle support for new and emerging technologies
  • Provide Assessment and Authorization (A&A) support
  • Utilize Special Technology for Engineering and Integration

Preferred Skills And Experience

  • Linux Certified
  • Bachelors Degree in a Technical Discipline

Education

 A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline is preferred.

Compensation

Compensation at SimVentions is determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, security clearance, work location, skills, knowledge, and competencies, as well as alignment with our corporate compensation plan and contract specific requirements.

The projected annual compensation range for this position is $80,000 - $130,000 (USD). This estimate reflects the standard salary range for this position and is just one component of the total compensation package that SimVentions offers.

Benefits

At SimVentions, we’re committed to supporting the total well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefit offerings include comprehensive health and welfare plans to serve a variety of needs.

We Offer

  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Competitive 401(k) programs
  • Retirement and Financial Counselors
  • Health Savings and Health Reimbursement Accounts
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life insurance, short- & long-term disability
  • Continuing Education Assistance
  • Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Leave (e.g., Maternity, Paternity, Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military)
  • Third Party Employee Assistance Program that offers emotional and lifestyle well-being services, to include free counseling
  • Supplemental Benefit Program

Why Work for SimVentions?

SimVentions is about more than just being a place to work with other growth-orientated technically exceptional experts. It’s also a fun place to work. Our family-friendly atmosphere encourages our employee-owners to imagine, create, explore, discover, and do great things together.

Support Our Warfighters

SimVentions is a proud supporter of the U.S. military, and we take pride in our ability to provide relevant, game-changing solutions to our armed men and women around the world.

Drive Customer Success

We deliver innovative products and solutions that go beyond the expected. This means you can expect to work with a team that will allow you to grow, have a voice, and make an impact.

Get Involved in Giving Back

We believe a well-rounded company starts with well-rounded employees, which is why we offer diverse service opportunities for our team throughout the year.

Build Innovative Technology

SimVentions takes pride in its innovative and cutting-edge technology, so you can be sure that whatever project you work on, you will be having a direct impact on our customer’s success.

Work with Brilliant People

We don’t just hire the smartest people; we seek experienced, creative individuals who are passionate about their work and thrive in our unique culture.

Create Meaningful Solutions

We are trusted partners with our customers and are provided challenging and meaningful requirements to help them solve.

Employees Who Join SimVentions Will Enjoy Additional Perks Like

  • Employee Ownership: Work with the best and help build YOUR company!
  • Family focus: Work for a team that recognizes the importance of family time.
  • Culture: Add to our culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
  • Dress code: Business casual, we like to be comfortable while we work.
  • Resources: Excellent facilities, tools, and training opportunities to grow in your field.
  • Open communication: Work in an environment where your voice matters.
  • Corporate Fellowship: Opportunities to participate in company sports teams and employee-led interest groups for personal and professional development.
  • Employee Appreciation: Multiple corporate events throughout the year, including Holiday Events, Company Picnic, Imagineering Day, and more.
  • Founding Partner of the FredNats Baseball team: Equitable distribution of tickets for every home game to be enjoyed by our employee-owners and their families from our private suite.
  • Food: We have a lot of food around here!

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Salary : $80,000 - $130,000

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