Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

AUSGAR Technologies Inc.

Senior Cybersecurity Engineer supporting Navy program office in cybersecurity implementation and integration. Collaborating with technical team members to identify vulnerabilities and develop security protocols.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $140,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Cybersecurity Engineering, focusing on system vulnerability assessments, compliance with DoD standards, and the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process. Proficient in developing Security Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) and conducting cybersecurity scans using industry-standard tools.

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Active Secret ClearanceDoD 8140.03 IAT II Certification8+ Years Cybersecurity ExperienceExperience with ACAS and Nessus ScansKnowledge of DoW Cybersecurity Policies

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Hard Skills

Cybersecurity Vulnerability AssessmentSecurity Assessment Plans (SAPs)Security POA&MsSecurity Assessment Reports (SARs)System Architecture ReviewCybersecurity ScansRemediation of VulnerabilitiesImplementation of Security LockdownsRisk Management Framework (RMF)Data Flow Diagrams

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationSelf-StarterAbility to Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

ACASTenable ScansDISA STIGEMASSJira

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD 8140.03 IAT II Certification

Industry Keywords

Department of Defense (DoD)Cybersecurity PoliciesSystem Development LifecycleCybersecurity Assessment and Authorization (A&A)Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityLinux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer for a Navy program office
Support implementation and integration of cyber requirements throughout all stages of the system development lifecycle
Review system architecture to identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities and compliance issues
Plan and execute cybersecurity scans using ACAS/Tenable Scans, DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
Work with system developers to remediate vulnerabilities
Develop system architecture diagrams and data flow diagrams
Develop Security Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)
Support the Cybersecurity Analyst for Risk Management Framework (RMF) process
Analyze results of system scans and provide remediation recommendations
Provide Cybersecurity Assessment and Authorization (A&A) support and execute RMF assessment process
Conduct assessments and compile results for client security assessment reports.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active Secret clearance required
DoD 8140.03 IAT II certification required
Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline from an accredited college/university
8+ years in the cybersecurity field required or equivalent combination of work experience and education
Experience developing Security Assessment Plans (SAPs), Security POA&Ms, and Security Assessment Reports (SARs)
Experience conducting Nessus and ACAS scans
Experience with DISA STIG and SRGs
Experience with implementing security lockdowns for Windows or Red Hat Linux (RHEL) operating systems
Knowledge of Department of War (DoW) cybersecurity policies and procedures
Experience using eMASS and Jira preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and be a self-starter.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits
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