Cybersecurity Engineer

AUSGAR Technologies Inc.

Senior Cybersecurity Engineer supporting Navy program integration, conducting assessments, and remediating vulnerabilities. Involvement across system development lifecycle with an emphasis on RMF practices.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $120,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Cybersecurity Engineering, including the execution of Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes, development of Security Assessment Plans (SAPs), and conducting vulnerability assessments using tools like ACAS and Nessus. Proficient in implementing security measures for various operating systems and network technologies while ensuring compliance with Department of War cybersecurity policies.

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Active Secret ClearanceDoD 8140.03 IAT II CertificationSecurity Assessment Plans (SAPs) DevelopmentACAS and Nessus Scans ConductingDISA STIG and SCAP Evaluation

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Hard Skills

Cybersecurity EngineeringRisk Management Framework (RMF)Vulnerability AssessmentSecurity Assessment Plans (SAPs)ACAS ScanningNessus ScanningDISA STIG ComplianceSCAP EvaluationSecurity Lockdowns ImplementationNetwork Security Technologies

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationIndependent WorkSelf-Starter

Tools & Technologies

EMASSJiraAssured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP)

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD 8140.03 IAT II Certification

Industry Keywords

Department of War Cybersecurity PoliciesCybersecurity VulnerabilitiesCompliance IssuesRisk AssessmentMitigation Strategies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityFirewallsLinux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer for a Navy program office to support implementation and integration of cyber requirements throughout all stages of the system development lifecycle to include requirements gathering, system engineering, deployment and sustainment
Review system architecture to identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities and compliance issues
Plan and execute cybersecurity scans to include running Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)/Tenable Scans, DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), evaluate STIG, DISA Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) and evaluate system against vendor security best practices
Work with the system developers to remediate and mitigation vulnerabilities on the system
Develop system architecture diagrams and data flow diagrams as required
Develop Security Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) to include the development of mitigations statements
Support the Cybersecurity Analyst as needed for the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process to achieve Authority to Operate (ATO) and Interim Authority to Test (IATT)
Plan and execute system scans to meet client requirements, analyze results, develop reports to be used to determine system vulnerabilities and risk posture and provide recommendations for remediation to achieve desired security and risk posture
Identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities and compliance issues
Work with engineers to remediate existing vulnerabilities or to help develop mitigations that minimize impact, likelihood or risks and work with the program to incorporate findings into the system POA&M
Provide Cybersecurity Assessment and Authorization (A&A) support and serve as a cybersecurity expert for the program throughout all stages of the acquisition, system engineering and maintenance process
Successfully execute RMF assessment process, development of Security Assessment Plans (SAPs), conducting assessments, executing and compiling assessment 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 and eight years plus in the cybersecurity field required or the equivalent combination of work experience and education
Must have experience developing Security Assessment Plans (SAPs)
Must have experience conducting Nessus and ACAS scans
Experience building ACAS scanner preferred
Must have experience conducting DISA STIG and SRGs on multiple technologies
Experience with evaluate STIG preferred
Experience with SCAP preferred
Experience with implementing security lockdowns for Windows or Red Hat Linux (RHEL) operating systems, network technologies, including firewalls, routers and switches
A good knowledge of Department of War (DoW) cybersecurity policies and procedures
Experience using eMasster and eMASS preferred
Experience in using Jira to create, manage and update work items, including user stories, epics, tasks and bug reports preferred
Employ strong written and verbal communication skills to advise various levels of technology stakeholders, program initiatives and accrediting authorities on security requirements and cybersecurity trends and solutions, to include risk assessments and mitigations
Must be able to work independently and be a self-starter.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits
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