Full-Time

Cybersecurity Engineer

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Parsons

Parsons

10,001+ employees

Provides solutions for security and infrastructure

Industrial & Manufacturing
AI & Machine Learning
Defense

Compensation Overview

$83.3k - $145.8kAnnually

Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

Gainesville, VA, USA

Requires current/active TOP SECRET security clearance with FULL SCOPE polygraph.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Cybersecurity
IT & Security
Required Skills
Cryptography
Data Analysis

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field or 5 years equivalent experience as a Cybersecurity Engineer.
  • Previous experience working on IC or DoD cryptographic networks and technologies.
  • Ability to qualify for overseas travel through the medical screening program.
  • Previous experience providing briefings to large and small audiences with varying levels of expertise and technical acumen.
  • Experience in systems development lifecycle support and processes, workflow, documentation, data collection, data-driven analysis and reporting.
  • Experience in Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processes for US Government systems.
  • Expertise in cyber hardening IT assets with RMF Security Controls, investigation and research, compliance patching, continuous monitoring and reporting.
  • Experience in the use and development of system and asset documentation, Standard Operating Procedures, technical guides, test and compliance, configuration management.
Responsibilities
  • Must be able to work independently in an extremely fast paced environment in support of a high priority, evolving, and expanding Program.
  • Must be a strong team player with exceptional customer service and communication (written and verbal) skills.
  • Must have Excellent written and verbal skills; able to gather requirements, communicate solutions, and remain actively engaged with the Program Office throughout the life of the project and associated tasks.
  • May represent the Program Office in interagency working groups.
  • Will respond to ad hoc needs and take lead for developing necessary response strategies.
  • Will identify system integration opportunities and authoritative source recommendations of disparate datasets that provide efficiencies in systems development lifecycle.
  • Will maintain Customer-facing intranet site and content.
Desired Qualifications
  • Advanced Degree in STEM related field.
  • Experience with Program Office’s Cryptographic network.
  • Active participant on various IC and DoD Cryptographic technology working groups.
  • Experience and understanding of COMSEC equipment maintenance, device upgrades, and configuration management.
  • Experience and/or understanding of national-level authoritative COMSEC policies, procedures, and material control; accountability, reporting, distribution, and operational security doctrine.
  • Previous experience as a cryptographic custodian, utilizing CARDS and/or iApp databases.

Parsons provides solutions in national security, defense, and global infrastructure. The company offers a wide range of services, including infrastructure projects and advanced technology solutions, to both government and commercial clients. Their work involves systems and software engineering, quality assurance, compliance, and security. Parsons stands out from competitors by focusing on long-term partnerships and project-based engagements, ensuring high-value solutions for complex challenges. The goal of Parsons is to enhance the efficiency and security of operations through the use of artificial intelligence, preparing large-scale data for AI applications and maintaining the integrity of vital systems.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$243.2M

Headquarters

Centreville, Virginia

Founded

1944

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for AI-driven cybersecurity solutions boosts Parsons' market potential.
  • Expansion of 5G networks offers new opportunities for Parsons' infrastructure projects.
  • Rising investments in smart city technologies align with Parsons' strategic focus.

What critics are saying

  • Loss of key personnel like L. Roger Mason may impact strategic initiatives.
  • Increased competition in engineering could challenge Parsons' market position.
  • Reliance on government contracts exposes Parsons to geopolitical risks.

What makes Parsons unique

  • Parsons excels in AI-driven solutions for national security and infrastructure projects.
  • The company has a strong track record with government contracts and long-term partnerships.
  • Parsons' expertise in systems engineering and compliance sets it apart in the industry.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Flexible Work Hours

Employee Stock Ownership Plan