Cybersecurity Implementation Engineer
About the job
- A bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field is required, although related work experience may be considered instead of the degree.
- At least 6 years of related technical experience in network or cybersecurity engineering, including experience with large-scale enterprise or global networks in a highly diverse environment with an emphasis on Department of Defense capabilities.
- A TS/SCI clearance is required, with the ability to obtain a CI polygraph.
- A Certified DoD 8140.01 and 8570.01-M Information Assurance Technical Officer (IAT) Level III certification and an Information Assurance System Architecture and Engineering Specialist (IASAE) Level II certification are required.
- A CSSP-Analyst certification must be obtained within 120 days of the start date.
- Deep expertise in one of the following areas and working knowledge of one or more of the others: Network Detection and Response, Endpoint Detection and Response, next-generation firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, F5 platforms, or email and web security gateways.
- A strong technical background with a thorough understanding of cloud infrastructure, security principles, compute, storage, and transport is required.
- Expertise in Windows and Linux server operating systems is required.
- The ability to develop analytical documents and present oral presentations to senior or executive management is required.
- The ability to work independently with little direction or guidance is required.
- Demonstrated experience modernizing complex enterprise cybersecurity systems is required.
- Build, deploy, configure, and maintain on-premises and cloud-based cybersecurity infrastructure and applications running on Windows and Linux operating systems.
- Engineer and implement cybersecurity solutions using cloud services such as EC2, EBS, ELB, S3, and RDS; provision Amazon Machine Images, and perform software installations, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
- Assist with research and implementation of enterprise-wide cybersecurity solutions, capabilities, and enhancements supporting customer business and mission goals and objectives.
- Evaluate and recommend changes and technology upgrades addressing performance, standardization, and industry best practices.
- Provide detailed information for hardware and software selection, implementation techniques, and tools to create efficient solutions meeting current and future capacity requirements.
- Represent customer requirements in technical exchanges with other government agencies.
- Develop and maintain architecture diagrams.
- Develop and maintain a roadmap for capabilities, operations, and technologies.
- Assist with development and execution of test plans and supporting documentation for network configuration upgrades, additions, or revisions for customer approval before implementation.
- Serve as a team or task lead when needed.
- Coordinate with stakeholders and external assessors to facilitate security assessments and authorization processes.
About the company
Abile Group provides consulting and IT systems engineering services to U.S. government clients, with a focus on the Intelligence Community. It has two divisions: Enterprise Performance & Program Management, which helps with regulatory compliance and measuring success, and IT Systems Engineering, which covers the full engineering lifecycle across systems, networks, cybersecurity, and audio/visual tech. The firm works with cleared personnel for sensitive national-security projects and holds ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 certifications; it was acquired by Valiant Solutions in 2026 to expand cybersecurity capabilities. Its goal is to help federal agencies meet regulatory requirements, improve performance, and protect national security through integrated management and technical services.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Alexandria, Virginia
Founded
2004
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Valiant called Abile part of a broader cyber platform on August 20, 2026.
- The combined company now spans design, accreditation, operations, resilience, and continuous improvement.
- Federal demand for Zero Trust and continuous authorization directly matches Abile's core capabilities.
What critics are saying
- Valiant absorbed Abile on February 17, 2026, eliminating standalone strategic control.
- Integration with Valiant risks account overlap, culture clashes, and duplicate back-office cuts by 2027.
- If Valiant's federal pipeline slows, Abile loses pricing power and employer brand inside Valiant.
What makes Abile Group unique
- Abile built cleared cyber engineering for Intelligence Community missions since 2004.
- Its endpoint protection, cloud-native architecture, and network engineering sharpen classified-environment execution.
- ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2013 signal disciplined delivery for federal buyers.
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Paid Vacation
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Wellness Program
Remote Work Options
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Professional Development Budget
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Home Office Stipend
Mental Health Support
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Company News
Valiant Solutions acquires Abile Group to expand cybersecurity support for National Security missions. February 18, 2026 Valiant Solutions, LLC (Valiant), a provider of cybersecurity technologies and services to U.S. Federal agencies, announced the acquisition of Abile Group (Abile), a provider of secure network and cyber engineering services and technology to National Security customers. The acquisition reinforces Valiant's strategy to build a market leader of scale across cybersecurity to address the evolving cyber, information assurance, and digital risk requirements of Federal and National Security customers. Together, Valiant and Abile deliver enhanced cybersecurity capabilities through a unified team focused on protecting, modernizing, and operating mission critical systems in complex and high-threat environments. "Cybersecurity underpins every mission our customers execute," said George Wilson, Chief Executive Officer of Valiant Solutions. "This transaction allows us to deepen our technical expertise and broaden the solutions we deliver, while remaining focused on being a trusted cybersecurity partner to Federal and National Security customers." Abile Group brings a strong history of supporting mission-critical defense and national security programs, with particular strengths in endpoint protection, cloud-native architectures, and network engineering. These capabilities enhance Valiant's ability to support Zero Trust initiatives, continuous authorization, and modern cyber-enabled missions across classified and unclassified environments. Combined, the companies support the full cyber lifecycle, spanning secure system design and accreditation through sustained operations, resilience, and continuous improvement. "Valiant shares our commitment to technical rigor, mission execution, and customer trust," said Cara duCellier, President and CEO of Abile Group. "This combination creates new opportunities for our employees and enables us to deliver broader, more integrated cybersecurity solutions aligned with customer missions." "Valiant's acquisition of Abile marks another meaningful step forward in executing the strategy of building a differentiated cybersecurity platform serving clients across the Federal government," said John Allen, Managing Partner at Bluestone. Piper Sandler & Co served as sell-side financial advisor and Miles & Stockbridge served as legal counsel to Abile Group, Inc. Holland & Knight served as legal counsel to Valiant Solutions.
/PRNewswire/ -- Valiant Solutions, a provider of cybersecurity technologies and services to U.S. Federal agencies, today announced the acquisition of Abile...