R&D Cybersecurity Engineer

Beshenich Muir & Associates

R&D Cybersecurity Engineer supporting DLA Okta environments and government information systems. Administering secure infrastructure, automation, maintenance, networking, and technical support.

Posted 8/8/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in cybersecurity engineering, particularly in supporting and managing Okta environments, while applying advanced technical knowledge of application networking. Proficient in system administration, capacity planning, and providing end-user training and support.

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Cybersecurity EngineeringOkta Environment ManagementSystem AdministrationIAT Level III CertificationOperational Technology Experience

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Hard Skills

Capacity PlanningPerformance AnalysisAutomated Tools DevelopmentSystem Configuration ChangesApplication NetworkingLoad BalancingFault ToleranceTechnical MethodologiesEnd-User Software TroubleshootingSystem Maintenance

Soft Skills

Training and Skills AssessmentTechnical SupportOrganizational SkillsProblem SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

OktaNetwork SoftwareMicrosoft Azure Security TechnologiesAmazon Certified SecurityCisco Certified Network Administrator

Certifications & Qualifications

IAT Level III CertificationIASAE Level III CertificationComputing Environment Certification

Industry Keywords

Information TechnologyOperational TechnologyCybersecurityInformation SecurityDoD 8570/8140 Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide cybersecurity engineering support for DLA Research & Development efforts
Plan, develop, install, configure, maintain, and support DLA's Okta environment and associated network software
Organize and direct configuration, operation, and ongoing administration of DLA's Okta infrastructure
Analyze and resolve end-user software and connectivity issues
Perform capacity planning and performance analysis
Recommend system configuration changes and upgrades
Develop and implement automated tools and scripts to improve system administrator efficiency and accuracy
Create and maintain system administration procedures and documentation
Conduct system administrator training and skills assessments
Provide end-user training and technical support
Recommend technology solutions aligned with business objectives and strategic direction
Provide local and remote maintenance support for operational systems within the DLA Okta environment
Perform system maintenance, upgrades, and new server and application installations
Direct system administrators' work supporting daily administration, resource optimization, and user support
Apply advanced technical knowledge of application networking, including load balancing and fault tolerance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ten (10) years of relevant Information Technology experience
Five (5) years of relevant Operational Technology (OT) experience
Experience analyzing cybersecurity and information security requirements and applying technical methodologies to resolve system and technology-related cybersecurity challenges
Experience providing security engineering support for planning, design, development, testing, demonstration, and integration of information systems
Must possess a relevant certification meeting DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level III requirements
Must possess an IASAE Level III certification or obtain it within six (6) months of joining the contract
Must possess an approved Computing Environment (CE) certification, such as Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate or Expert, Cisco Certified Network Administrator, Microsoft Azure Security Technologies, Amazon Certified Security, or another CE certification designated by the COR
Must possess a Moderate Risk, Confidential, Non-Critical Sensitive, Tier 3/NACLC/ANACI investigation at the time of proposal submission

Benefits

Comp & perks

Multiple healthcare coverage options, including low deductible, high deductible, and HSA-eligible plans
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Accident and illness coverage
Short- and long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan with an industry-leading 6% match
Profit sharing based on company performance
100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), subject to plan eligibility and vesting requirements