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Cambridge International Systems Inc

Designs and delivers cyber-physical security solutions

Cyber Engineer

Security Engineering & Architecture +1Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeCharleston, SC, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity; Computer, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering; or Mathematics with a concentration in Computer Science, or an equivalent discipline, is required.
  • The degree program must be accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).
  • Must hold a position-based Level I certification in Information Assurance Management (IAM), Information Assurance Technical (IAT), or Information Assurance System Architect and Engineer (IASAE), in accordance with DoD 8570.1M requirements.
  • Must have a current and active DoD Top Secret security clearance.
  • Must be proficient in using technologies, computers, tools, and systems pertinent to the position.
  • Must have training in skills and techniques related to engineering and/or software design and maintenance.
  • Must possess a practical understanding of engineering concepts.
  • Must successfully complete a background investigation as a condition of employment.
  • Must be able to perform desk-based work involving prolonged sitting and/or standing, travel between work locations, transport work equipment, and work in secure facilities where personal electronic devices may be restricted.
  • Must be able to work in industrial or potentially hazardous environments, including around heavy machinery, and be regularly exposed to outdoor conditions and varying weather.
  • Must be able to bend, lift, carry, push, and pull materials within established one-person lift guidelines; use tools and machinery; and work at elevated heights using ladders, scaffolding, boom lifts, or scissor lifts.
  • Must communicate verbally and in writing with team members, customers, and stakeholders; manage competing priorities and deadlines; maintain attention to detail; and solve problems and resolve conflicts in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure products, services, and processes meet quality and safety standards.
  • Test equipment to confirm processes operate effectively and safely.
  • Interpret plans and drawings and contribute to the design and fabrication of test specimens.
  • Plan, implement, upgrade, and monitor cybersecurity measures to strengthen cyber defense and maintain a resilient, secure network.
  • Assess vulnerabilities, propose and execute remediation and risk-mitigation strategies, and ensure appropriate security controls protect digital assets and critical infrastructure.
  • Respond to cybersecurity incidents and breaches, re-establish protections, and produce required documentation and reports.
  • Prepare and implement cybersecurity policies and ensure compliance, including Assessment and Authorization (A&A) requirements.
  • Deploy and operate enterprise tools supporting advanced threat hunting, detection, and monitoring.
  • Implement network inspection and packet-capture systems to identify and mitigate potential threats.
  • Install and configure equipment while maintaining cable management and system organization.
  • Collaborate with engineering, cyber, and program teams to maintain compliance with DoD, NIWC Atlantic, and MCSC cybersecurity standards.
  • Plan, develop, and implement technical solutions to defend against hacking, malware, ransomware, insider threats, and other cybercrimes.
  • Oversee computer-network monitoring, identify security issues, and anticipate security breaches.
  • Install and maintain security programs, plans, and software, including firewalls and data-encryption programs.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with SIEM platforms such as Azure Sentinel, Splunk, or Elasticsearch for event correlation and incident analysis.
  • Experience with network visibility tools such as Gigamon, NetFlow, or equivalent tools for traffic monitoring and flow analysis.
  • Experience configuring and maintaining Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls or similar solutions.
  • Familiarity with BDP-CHAOS (USMC Big Data Platform for Cyber Information) or related analytics environments.
  • Experience with SSL break-and-inspect solutions for outbound traffic inspection and decryption.
  • Working knowledge of DoD cybersecurity frameworks and defense IT compliance standards.

About the Company

Cambridge International Systems Inc

Designs and delivers cyber-physical security solutions

Cambridge International Systems designs and delivers capacity-building and security solutions across cyber and physical domains, working in sectors such as critical infrastructure, border security, aviation, threat finance, banking, and health security. It uses holistic discovery to understand complex environments and then deploys integrated, multi-domain solutions that address people, processes, and technology, with advisory, implementation, and ongoing support. With nearly 30 years of experience in high-stakes environments, it focuses on end-to-end capacity-building and holistic problem-solving rather than isolated tools, serving clients globally. Its goal is to reduce risk from sophisticated threats and strengthen security and resilience to enable successful operations.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Arlington, WV
Founded
1994

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