Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

Carnegie Mellon University

Senior Cybersecurity Engineer working with government and industry to enhance national security and operational resilience. Leading engagements and projects in cybersecurity disciplines and technologies.

Posted 6/23/2026full-timePittsburgh • Pennsylvania, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead engagements with customers and mission partners
Represent the CA Team’s and SEI’s work to mission partners
Contribute to customer projects designed to advance the state of the art in cybersecurity
Engage with communities of interest presenting mission and work via publication and presentation
Build and maintain relationships with relevant research and technology communities
Continue to grow knowledge and skills in cybersecurity

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS degree in a relevant discipline with 10 years of applicable experience, or a MS degree in a relevant discipline with 8 years of applicable experience, or a PhD in a relevant discipline with 5 years of applicable experience
Industry experience at a mid to senior level managing information security risks and implementing controls
Industry experience at a mid to senior level managing technology controls and risks
Industry experience at a mid to senior level managing continuity related controls and risks
Experience deploying information technology, including implementing security technology, or designing, building, and maintaining networks
Consulting experience with private industry or government customers
Familiarity with cybersecurity and resilience standards (e.g., NIST CSF, NIST SP 800 series, ISO 27000 series)
Knowledge of audit and assessment methodologies, tactics, techniques, and procedures
Knowledge of critical infrastructure protection concepts and standards
An understanding of maturity model concepts (e.g., CMMI, Financial Sector Cyber Profile)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
Generous retirement savings program with employer contributions
Tuition benefits
Ample paid time off and observed holidays
Life and accidental death and disability insurance
Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass
Access to Family Concierge Team for childcare needs
Fitness center access

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Hard Skills & Tools

cybersecurityinformation securitytechnology controlscontinuity controlsnetwork designsecurity technology implementationaudit methodologiesassessment methodologiescritical infrastructure protectionmaturity model concepts

Soft Skills

customer engagementrelationship buildingpresentation skillscommunicationcollaborationleadershiporganizational skillscommunity engagementknowledge growthconsulting