CyKor

Security Engineer

• Lead the design, validation, and delivery of cybersecurity architectures for DoD/DHS customers, with primary emphasis on SIEM/SOAR platforms (Splunk, Elastic) and associated automation
• Own the cybersecurity practice roadmap: define offerings, standards, templates, and Lab validation paths for SIEM/SOAR modernization, SOAR orchestration, log management, threat hunting, and incident response
• Architect integrated solutions that combine Splunk/Elastic with complementary tools (Forcepoint UAM, ServiceNow SecOps, Mattermost playbooks, Everfox CDS, RedSeal, Corelight, Wiz, Pure Storage)
• Drive automation of security operations (Compliance-as-Code, automated STIG validation, policy enforcement, SOAR playbooks) to reduce manual effort and audit risk
• Serve as technical lead on proposals, RFIs, and customer briefings—translate mission needs into defensible, repeatable architectures
• Mentor and develop cybersecurity engineers; establish repeatable delivery patterns and knowledge artifacts (reference designs, runbooks, playbooks)
• Ensure all solutions meet federal compliance (RMF, ATO, STIG, Zero Trust mandates) and are deployable across IL5/6/7 environments
• Collaborate with Network, Tactical Infrastructure, and Hybrid Cloud practices to deliver unified, mission-ready platforms

Cybersecurity Architect – Practice Lead, Active Secret Clearance Required

Architect

• Lead architecture and design of Cisco ISE 3.x solutions (multi-node personas, PSN scaling, redundancy, PKI integration, backup/DR).
• Map ISE capabilities (802.1X/EAP-TLS, MAB, profiling, posture, SGT/TrustSec, pxGrid, TACACS+) to DoD C2C controls and Zero Trust policies.
• Design and document high-level (HLD) and low-level (LLD) architectures, test plans, cutover/runbooks, and operational documentation.
• Work jointly with another Architect to ensure consistent design standards and interoperability across USCG network segments.
• Support configuration, testing, and deployment of ISE-based NAC solutions across campus, data center, and wireless infrastructures.
• Integrate ISE with adjacent tools and platforms, including: SIEMs (Splunk/Elastic), Next-Generation Firewalls, Endpoint Protection/EDR, MDM/UEM (Intune, JAMF), Vulnerability Management (Tenable/ACAS), ITSM platforms.
• Support RMF/ATO documentation (SSP inputs, POA&Ms, control traceability).
• Act as the technical SME and primary liaison for DHS stakeholders, security teams, and third-party vendors.
• Participate in joint architecture reviews and cross-domain integration testing with DHS engineering teams.

C2C Architect – DHS

Administration

• Support end-to-end contract administration for primes, subcontracts, POs, and modifications under senior guidance.
• Prepare, track, and maintain standard legal agreements (NDAs, teaming agreements, subcontracts) using approved templates and processes.
• Maintain accurate contract trackers, funding records, periods of performance, and key deadlines; flag risks and upcoming actions.
• Assist with FAR/DFARS compliance, contract file management, audit readiness, and reporting requirements (including CPARS inputs).
• Support GSA and SEWP contract administration, including modifications, price updates, reporting, and opportunity tracking.
• Partner with Sales, Delivery, Finance, and Operations to provide contract data, support proposals, and route documents for approval and signature.
• Assist with government and partner communications, portal submissions, and documentation using approved templates.
• Contribute to process improvements and maintain a high standard of professionalism, responsiveness, and customer service.

Contracts Administrator

Network Engineer

• Design and Deploy Cisco SD-WAN Solutions: Plan, design, and implement Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN architectures for DHS cutters, ensuring, scalable, secure, and resilient network connectivity for maritime operations.
• Proof of Concept (POC) Execution: Support the ongoing POC at the TISCOM C5ISC lab, configuring cloud and on-premises SD-WAN controllers (Catalyst SD-WAN Manager, Controller, and Validator) and Cisco Firepower Threat Defense Virtual (FTDv) on lab routers to validate performance security, and operation feasibility.
• Pilot Deployment on Cutters: Lead the deployment of SD-WAN solutions across nine DHS cutters at locations including Charleston, SC; Portsmouth, VA; Kodiak, AK; and others, ensuring seamless integration with existing network infrastructure and minimal operational disruption.
• Hardware Configuration and Upgrades: Configure and optimize Cisco 4331 and C8300 routers, including memory upgrades, firmware updates, and FTDv integration, to meet SD-WAN requirements for high availability and redundancy.
• Security and Compliance: Implement end-to-end encryption, firewall policies, and network segmentation aligned with DoD security standards, supporting ATO documentation and compliance processes in collaboration with DHS.
• Network Optimization and Monitoring: Continuously monitor SD-WAN performance during the 6-to-12-month pilot, adjusting configurations for bandwidth management, application-aware routing, and failover mechanisms to ensure optimal maritime connectivity.
• Troubleshooting and Support: Provide advanced troubleshooting for SD-WAN environments, addressing connectivity, performance, and security issues, ensuring minimal downtime for mission-critical operations.
• Knowledge Transfer and Documentation: Develop comprehensive documentation of SD-WAN configurations, policies, and procedures, and conduct training for DHS staff to ensure self-sufficiency post-deployment.
• Collaboration: Work closely with CyKor’s network architects/engineers, project managers, and DHS stakeholders to align solutions with operational needs and project milestones.

Senior Network Engineer – Active Secret Clearance Required

Systems Engineer

• CyKor is seeking a ScrumMaster/Systems Analyst to support a U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) program delivering mission-critical systems.
• This hybrid role will serve as both an Agile servant leader and a technical liaison between stakeholders, product owners, and development teams.
• Serve as Scrum Master for one or more Agile teams supporting USCG systems.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Coach team members on Agile principles, Scrum practices, and continuous improvement.
• Remove impediments and blockers to ensure steady team velocity and delivery.
• Partner closely with the Product Owner to maintain a healthy, prioritized backlog.
• Track and report Agile metrics (velocity, burn-down, capacity, risks) to government and internal stakeholders.
• Promote transparency, accountability, and collaboration across technical and non-technical teams.
• Elicit, analyze, and document functional and non-functional requirements from USCG stakeholders.
• Translate operational and mission needs into clear user stories, acceptance criteria, and system requirements.
• Support system design discussions by bridging business needs with technical solutions.
• Collaborate with developers, testers, cybersecurity, and infrastructure teams to ensure requirements are fully understood and implemented.
• Validate delivered functionality against documented requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Assist with documentation such as system artifacts, workflows, data flows, and process diagrams.
• Support compliance with USCG and federal standards, including security, governance, and documentation requirements.

Scrum Master, Systems Analyst – Active Secret Clearance Required

Technical Writer

• Develop and maintain all technical documentation for the prototype
• Ensure content is clear, accurate and aligns with Navy documentation standards
• Translate technical inputs into concise, actionable deliverables for stakeholders
• Support delivery of design artifacts and system overviews

Technical Writer – Navy CANES, Active Secret Clearance Required

QA Automation Engineer

• Design, develop, and maintain Ansible playbooks, roles, and collections to automate configuration and compliance for routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices.
• Create reusable automation frameworks to support multi-vendor environments (Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Palo Alto, etc.).
• Build modular automation pipelines integrated with CI/CD tools (GitLab CI, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions).
• Develop Python scripts and RESTful API integrations for custom automation and reporting workflows.
• Collaborate with network architects to translate manual network operations into automated workflows.
• Implement infrastructure-as-code best practices for repeatable deployments and version-controlled configurations.
• Integrate network automation into change management, configuration management, and compliance enforcement systems.
• Support large-scale configuration rollouts, template-based provisioning, and software image management.
• Incorporate DISA STIG, DoD RMF, and Comply-to-Connect (C2C) standards into automation workflows.
• Automate compliance verification and reporting against federal cybersecurity policies.
• Ensure automation pipelines maintain the integrity, traceability, and security required for classified and controlled environments.
• Partner with network and security teams to identify automation opportunities and standardize workflows.
• Provide training, documentation, and code reviews for team adoption of automation practices.

Automation Engineer – Active Secret Clearance Required

• Design and Deploy Cisco SD-WAN Solutions: Plan, design, and implement Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN architectures for USCG cutters, ensuring scalable, secure, and resilient network connectivity for maritime operations.
• Proof of Concept (POC) Execution: Support the ongoing POC at the TISCOM C5ISC lab, configuring cloud and on-premises SD-WAN controllers (Catalyst SD-WAN Manager, Controller, and Validator) and Cisco Firepower Threat Defense Virtual (FTDv) on lab routers to validate performance security, and operation feasibility.
• Pilot Deployment on Cutters: Lead the deployment of SD-WAN solutions across up to nine USCG cutters ensuring seamless integration with existing network infrastructure and minimal operational disruption.
• Hardware Configuration and Upgrades: Configure and optimize Cisco 4331 and C8300 routers to meet SD-WAN requirements for high availability and redundancy.
• Security and Compliance: Implement end-to-end encryption, firewall policies, and network segmentation aligned with DoD security standards.
• Network Optimization and Monitoring: Continuously monitor SD-WAN performance during the 6-to-12-month pilot, adjusting configurations for bandwidth management, application-aware routing, and failover mechanisms.
• Troubleshooting and Support: Provide advanced troubleshooting for SD-WAN environments, addressing connectivity, performance, and security issues, ensuring minimal downtime for mission-critical operations.
• Knowledge Transfer and Documentation: Develop comprehensive documentation of SD-WAN configurations, policies, and procedures, and conduct training for USCG staff.
• Collaboration: Work closely with CyKor’s network architects/engineers, project managers, and USCG stakeholders.

Network Architect – Active Secret Clearance Required

• Develop and maintain all technical documentation for the prototype
• Ensure content is clear, accurate and aligns with USCG documentation standards
• Translate technical inputs into concise, actionable deliverables for stakeholders
• Support delivery of design artifacts and system overviews

Technical Writer – Active Secret Clearance Required

Backend Engineer

• Lead the end-to-end technical architecture for CANES Next Generation across shipboard and shore environments.
• Ensure architectural consistency across Unit Level, Force Level, submarine, and small platform variants.
• Define reference architectures, design patterns, and constraints that enable modularity, scalability, and repeatable pier-side installation.
• Architect and govern the use of Red Hat OpenShift as the primary hosting platform, supporting containers and virtual machines side by side using OpenShift Virtualization.
• Define workload placement, enclave-specific cluster topology, and migration approaches that allow legacy CANES and hosted applications to transition without operational disruption.
• Define and oversee the technical approach for sustaining and migrating existing VMware-based and bare-metal workloads into OpenShift Virtualization.
• Establish and enforce Infrastructure as Code and GitOps principles across CANES Next Generation.
• Architect day-0, day-1, and day-2 automation using Ansible Automation Platform, integrated with shore-to-ship parent and child governance models.
• Define how modular hardware building blocks and CyKor Equipment Groups are incorporated into the platform architecture.

Platform Architect – Navy CANES, Active Secret Clearance Required

Business Development Rep

• Lead BD strategy and execution across Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Army, DHS, and Federal Civilian verticals.
• Establish structure, predictability, and disciplined BD processes consistent with CyKor’s growth operating rhythm.
• Guide BD resource allocation, strategic prioritization, and opportunity alignment across all verticals.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and leadership development for BD personnel.
• Develop and execute BD strategies for DHS and Civilian agencies including DHS HQ, CBP, USCG, CISA, FEMA, and others.
• Maintain senior-level relationships with government leaders, integrators, and OEM partners in these markets.
• Support shaping, early architecture alignment, and partner strategy to produce competitive posture before capture.
• Own pipeline quality, forecasting accuracy, and opportunity hygiene across all BD verticals.
• Ensure that all opportunities are documented and managed in Salesforce according to CEP requirements.
• Drive accurate quarterly and annual forecasting through disciplined inspection and reporting.
• Ensure BD qualification rigor and alignment to mission needs, budget availability, and customer validation.
• Collaborate closely with Alliances to ensure partner strategies align with BD opportunities across Federal Civilian and DHS.
• Strengthen OEM, SI, and distributor ecosystems that advance BD efforts and competitive positioning.
• Drive coordinated partner engagement using CyKor’s Quadrilateral Approach.
• Ensure seamless coordination with Capture Operations for opportunity shaping, transition, and proposal development.
• Partner with Sales Leadership to ensure BD opportunities are structured for successful close and handoff.
• Collaborate with CTO and Solutions Engineering to validate technical alignment during the solution stage.
• Work with Marketing to develop campaigns, events, and positioning that support BD activities in DHS and Civilian sectors.