Cleared Cyber Security Engineer

Linthicum, MD, United States

Cleared Cyber Security Engineer

Are you an engineer passionate about cybersecurity, looking to apply your skills to protect critical systems? Do you excel at identifying and mitigating technical risks? Explore this unique opportunity with Bestgate.

In this role, you will integrate requirements, engineering principles, and system design standards, ensuring the security of weapons systems and communications platforms. You will identify vulnerabilities and collaborate with system owners to develop effective mitigations. Join us in making a substantial impact in safeguarding vital systems.

Required Qualifications:

5 or more years of experience as a Cybersecurity Engineer on programs of comparable scope and size with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, System Engineering, or a related STEM discipline; OR

CompTIA Security+

One or more of the following certifications must be obtained within 6 months of the start date: CPTE, CEH, CISA, CISSP

Security Clearance: ACTIVE TS/SCI with Polygraph

Desired Qualifications:

Knowledge of Cybersecurity best practices and threat-based Cybersecurity frameworks.

Experience in providing system security engineering guidance to DoD customers.

Familiarity with the system authorization process and the necessary security artifacts.

Bestgate Engineering is a leading software and systems engineering firm supporting military and government customers.

We are currently hiring Cleared Software Developers, CNO Engineers, Systems Engineers, DevOps Engineers, and Security Engineers.

Our team boasts unparalleled experience in software and systems engineering, with competencies spanning across a multitude of high-demand areas, from cloud-native technologies and software modernization to embedded engineering, data science, and beyond. We are steadfast in our commitment to our people and customers and offer benefits to match, including:

Competitive Pay – Less frill for more in your base pay.

Flexible PTO to fit your work/life needs + 11 holidays.

7% 401k Employer Gift – Vested immediately.

100% Paid Carefirst medical premiums for both individuals and families.

Training/Career Pathing – Annual budget for training, mentoring, and an Internal Mobility Program.

Morale Building Events – Time given to enjoy connecting with other Bestgate Employees.

Apply to learn more about us, and the work we have available!

External Referral Program - If now's not the right time, but you know someone that is looking for a change, we offer competitive external referral bonuses for every hire!

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