Cambridge International Systems Inc

Cambridge International Systems Inc

Designs and delivers cyber-physical security solutions

Cyber Security Engineer

Full-TimeUpdated on 9/30/2026
No salary listed
Senior
Charleston, SC, USA
In Person

Up to 25% travel, including CONUS and OCONUS. The office setting section also identifies Quantico, Virginia.

No H1B Sponsorship
US Top Secret Clearance Required

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma and five years of relevant experience are required.
  • Experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process is required.
  • Experience developing policies and RMF artifacts is required.
  • Ability to lead a team of cybersecurity professionals, direct tasking, and provide mentorship and leadership is required.
  • Experience with web-based applications supporting RMF and Assessment and Authorization, such as eMASS and MCCAST, is required.
  • A CompTIA CISSP or CASP+ certification is required.
  • A CompTIA CySA+ certification is required.
  • A current and active Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is required.
  • Proficiency with modern information technology tools and infrastructure technologies is required.
  • Must be able to work in an office environment and spend most of the workday seated at a desk looking at a computer.
  • Compliance with vaccination and medical requirements for temporary duty and overseas roles is required when applicable.
  • Employment is contingent on a successful background investigation; drug screening may be required for federal contract compliance.
Responsibilities
  • Monitor and analyze network traffic, system logs, and security alerts to detect, investigate, and escalate cybersecurity threats and incidents, ensuring timely response and documentation.
  • Support integrated cyber defense operations aligned with organizational risk management frameworks; maintain security tools for continuous monitoring and RMF/NIST authorization activities.
  • Establish and apply methods to quantify and measure cyber risk, supporting risk-based decision-making across the enterprise.
  • Evaluate business and system architectures to determine cybersecurity requirements and ensure alignment with information security standards and best practices.
  • Conduct system security, vulnerability, and risk assessments to identify security gaps, integration challenges, and compliance issues.
  • Develop cost estimates and implementation plans for cybersecurity solutions based on risk and compliance assessments.
  • Prepare, implement, and enforce cybersecurity policies, standards, and Assessment and Authorization requirements.
  • Plan, implement, upgrade, and monitor security controls to enhance system resilience and support accreditation processes.
  • Identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities, recommend remediation strategies, and track mitigation efforts to closure.
  • Respond to and investigate cybersecurity incidents, restore protections, and produce required incident reports in accordance with regulatory guidance.
  • Develop and execute security test scripts and validation activities to verify the effectiveness of technical and operational controls.
  • Design, develop, and integrate Department of Defense Information Assurance architectures and secure system components within computing, network, and enclave environments.
  • Ensure system architectures, including programs of record and special-purpose processing nodes, meet functional, performance, and security requirements.
  • Support secure integration of platform IT and special-purpose systems with existing infrastructure.
  • Develop and deliver cybersecurity training, lead post-incident reviews, and promote a strong security awareness culture.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with Host-Based Security System (HBSS) is desirable.
  • Willingness to travel up to 25% within the continental United States and overseas may be required.
  • Relocation assistance is offered.

About the company

Cambridge International Systems Inc

Cambridge International Systems Inc

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Cambridge International Systems delivers capacity-building and security solutions across cyber and physical domains, serving sectors like critical infrastructure, border security, aviation, threat finance, banking, and health security worldwide. It uses holistic discovery to understand complex environments and deploys integrated, multi-domain solutions that address people, processes, and technology, with advisory, implementation, and ongoing support to build capabilities. The firm differentiates itself with nearly 30 years of experience in high-stakes environments at the intersection of cyber and physical security, offering end-to-end capacity-building rather than isolated tools. Its goal is to reduce risk from sophisticated threats and enable successful operations by strengthening security, resilience, and capabilities across organizations and critical systems.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Arlington, West Virginia

Founded

1994

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What believers are saying

  • 2026 headquarters move to Tysons Corner signals continued investment and hiring proximity.
  • FY2026 awarded $10.7 million year-to-date, showing continued federal demand.
  • Recent wins in Navy fiber, DoD logistics, and border/security work sustain backlog.

What critics are saying

  • 2025 bribery guilty plea and $2.25 million fine damage credibility with Navy customers.
  • Former executive Russell Thurston tied Cambridge to bribery; compliance monitoring now matters immediately.
  • Dependence on federal contracting leaves Cambridge vulnerable if DOJ or debarment actions escalate.

What makes Cambridge International Systems Inc unique

  • CMMC Level 2 certification and CSfC Trusted Integrator status strengthen federal trust.
  • OASIS+ IDIQ in 2025 expands access across DoD and civilian agencies.
  • Deep defense portfolio spans aviation, C6ISR, cybersecurity, and logistics worldwide.

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Sep 22nd, 2026
DAV names Virginia veteran-owned business Small Employer of the Year.

DAV names Virginia veteran-owned business Small Employer of the Year. Posted on Sep 22, 2026 ERLANGER, Ky. - DAV (Disabled American Veterans) has named Cambridge International Systems its Small Employer of the Year. A Veteran-Owned Small Business headquartered in Vienna, Virginia, Cambridge offers expertise in aviation, operations, security and technology solutions to the U.S. government and partner nations. The award will be officially announced Aug. 2 during the 2026 DAV and Auxiliary National Convention in Orlando, Florida. The national-level honor recognizes Cambridge as a leader in veteran hiring among numerous other businesses with fewer than 250 employees. Veterans make up approximately 33% of Cambridge's workforce, including leadership and supervisory roles. For the past five years, Cambridge has maintained a veteran hiring rate between 30% and 45%. To grow veterans in technical, management and executive roles, Cambridge offers tuition assistance and leadership training programs to its employees. Additionally, veteran and military employees have a platform to connect and access resources through the Cambridge Stars Employee Resource Group. Cambridge actively supports veterans beyond the workplace through meaningful community engagement, corporate giving, outreach initiatives and public recognition of military service in the communities where the company operates. "Cambridge International Systems demonstrates what it means to invest in veterans not only as employees but as leaders and innovators," said DAV National Commander Coleman Nee. "Its commitment to recruiting, developing and supporting veteran talent creates meaningful career opportunities while strengthening its organization. We're proud to recognize Cambridge as DAV's 2026 Small Employer of the Year." Interviews and photos available upon request. Find a DAV location. Contact your nearest DAV office. They will help you file a claim and stick with you all through the process, because no veteran should have to go at it alone. Find Your Nearest DAV Office

Cambridge International Systems
Dec 5th, 2025
Cambridge Awarded High-Quality Ethics and Compliance Program Credential

Cambridge awarded High-Quality Ethics and compliance Program credential. Cambridge International Systems, Inc. is proud to announce that Cambridge International has been awarded the High-Quality Ethics & Compliance (HQP) Program Assessment Credential from the Ethics & Compliance Initiative (ECI) for 2025 - 2026. This prestigious designation recognizes organizations that excel in building, sustaining, and continuously enhancing robust ethics and compliance programs aligned with global best practices. ECI is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing high standards of integrity and promoting strong, effective ethics and compliance programs worldwide. Its HQP Assessment is a rigorous, evidence-based review and is widely regarded as one of the most respected evaluations of organizational ethics and compliance maturity. The credential is awarded only to companies that meet or exceed rigorous benchmarks across five core pillars that define an ethical and high-functioning workplace: * Strategy - Clear alignment between the organization's mission, operations, and ethical commitments * Risk Management - Proactive identification and mitigation of ethics and compliance risks * Culture - A healthy organizational culture where values guide behavior at all levels * Speaking Up - Trusted channels for reporting concerns without fear of retaliation * Accountability - Consistent, fair enforcement of policies and expectations Achieving the HQP credential affirms Cambridge's longstanding dedication to fostering an environment where integrity, transparency, and responsible decision-making are embedded in everyday work. It also highlights the company's commitment to continually strengthening its ethics and compliance framework as Cambridge expands its mission and supports customers around the world. "Earning this recognition from ECI reflects the collective efforts of our teams and leaders, who prioritize ethical behavior and compliance excellence in all that we do," said Amin Said, Cambridge Vice President of Corporate Compliance. "Our commitment to integrity is foundational to our success and our responsibility to customers, partners, and each other." The HQP designation underscores Cambridge's belief that strong ethics are not just a requirement - but a strategic advantage that enables the company to build trust, deliver quality, and uphold its core values in every engagement.