Cyber Security Engineer

Kavaliro is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to support a client in Virginia. The role involves technical analysis, system design, security system deployment, maintenance, and vulnerability management. Key responsibilities include analyzing user needs, evaluating information for system planning, implementing and upgrading security assets, maintaining existing systems, conducting vulnerability scans, documenting findings, and developing security policies. The position requires strong technical expertise and communication skills to enhance organizational resilience.

Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 12 years experience in engineering, technology, or program management
• Demonstrated experience delivering strategic guidance in high-technology programs
• Prior experience with NGA and/or NSG/ASG programs or projects
• Previous Intelligence Community (IC) or Department of Defense (DoD) program or project experience
• Experience in Remote Sensing, Photogrammetry, or Image Science
• Strong knowledge of Network protocols (TCP/IP, IPSec), Firewalls, Encryption, Intrusion detection systems
• Ability to identify, analyze, and solve complex security problems
• Aptitude for troubleshooting security issues and implementing effective solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
• Active TS/SCI security clearance with a Full Scope Polygraph
• Permanent U.S. citizenship

Good to Have

• Master’s degree in Remote Sensing, Computer Science, or related discipline
• Senior-level experience in IT system engineering, design, and analysis
• Senior-level experience with DoD/IC acquisition processes or PPBES
• Working knowledge of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Experience applying Agile software development methodologies
• Certifications: Security+, CISSP, Cloud (AWS, Azure), Server (Windows / Linux)
• Proficiency with project management software (Microsoft Project, Primavera)
• Familiarity with financial tracking tools, CRM, and ERP systems

Kavaliro is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to support a client in Virginia.

Job Description:

• Technical Analysis & System Design
• Analyze user needs and software requirements to determine design feasibility within time and cost constraints.
• Evaluate information to recommend and plan computer specifications, system layouts, and peripheral equipment modifications.
• Review and refine existing programs to reduce operating time, increase efficiency, and improve techniques.
• Collaborate with systems analysts, engineers, programmers, and other stakeholders to design systems and define performance requirements, capabilities, interfaces.
• Gather and assess information on reporting formats, costs, and security needs to determine optimal hardware configurations.
• Estimate software development costs and schedules.
• Consult with customers on software system design, development, and maintenance.
• Work with engineering teams to evaluate hardware/software interfaces, define specifications, set performance requirements, and resolve customer issues.
• Partner with data processing and project managers to understand project limitations, capabilities, and requirements.
• Prepare detailed reports and correspondence outlining project specifications, activities, progress, and status.
• Evaluate cost, reporting, and security factors to ensure hardware configurations align with project goals.
• Security System Design & Deployment
• Implement and upgrade new security assets—including software, hardware, and network security components—in virtual and/or physical environments.
• Security Maintenance
• Maintain and repair existing security systems, performing replacements or upgrades as needed.
• Vulnerability Management
• Conduct system scans and simulations to identify weaknesses in IT infrastructure and develop mitigation strategies.
• Reporting & Recommendations
• Document findings from security tests or breaches and present actionable recommendations for security enhancements to management.
• Policy & Procedure Development
• Develop, implement, and manage security policies and best practices to prevent future incidents and strengthen organizational resilience.

Required Qualifications/Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Remote Sensing, Photogrammetry, Image Science, Data Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Geographic Information Systems, Geography, or a related field.
• Substitutions: 4+ years of additional related experience may substitute for a degree, or 2+ years of additional related experience may substitute when holding a non-STEM degree.

Experience:

• Minimum 12 years providing guidance, consultation, facilitation, and thought leadership to clients and/or project teams in one or more of the following areas:
• Engineering and Technology
• Policy and Administration
• Program Management
• Planning and Analysis
• Training and Development
• Facilities Management
• Communications and Visual Design
• Human Capital
• Business Operations
• Demonstrated experience delivering strategic guidance and direction in high-technology programs.
• Prior experience with NGA and/or NSG/ASG programs or projects.
• Previous Intelligence Community (IC) or Department of Defense (DoD) program or project experience.
• Experience in Remote Sensing, Photogrammetry, or Image Science.

Technical Expertise

• Strong knowledge of:
• Network protocols (TCP/IP, IPSec)
• Firewalls
• Encryption
• Intrusion detection systems

Analytical Skills:

• Ability to identify, analyze, and solve complex security problems.

Problem-Solving

• Demonstrated aptitude for troubleshooting security issues and implementing effective solutions.

Communication Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to present technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Desired Qualifications/Education:

• Master’s degree or higher in Remote Sensing, Photogrammetry, Image Science, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Geographic Information Systems, Geography, or a related discipline.

Advanced Experience

• Senior-level experience in the engineering, design, and analysis of IT or related systems, including all phases of design, development, analysis, documentation, and creation of standards and guidelines.
• Senior-level experience with DoD/IC acquisition processes or Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution System (PPBES).
• Working knowledge of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), including relevant processes, tools, and languages.
• Experience applying Agile software development methodologies.

Certifications (Desired):

• Security+
• CISSP
• Cloud Certifications (AWS, Azure)
• Server Certifications (Windows / Linux)

Tools & Systems Proficiency

• Project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera)
• Financial tracking tools
• Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems

Location:

• Chantilly, VA
• This position is onsite and there is no remote availability

Clearance Requirement:

• Candidates must have an active TS/SCI security clearance with a Full Scope Polygraph.
• Applicant MUST hold a permanent U.S. citizenship for this position in accordance with government contract requirements.