Cyber Security Project Engineer

Cyber Security Project Engineer

• Application Deadline: 24 September 2025
• Department: Data Analysis and Technology Services
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Location: Chantilly, VA

Description

REQUIRED:  Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
LOCATION:  Full-time, onsite in Chantilly, VA

We're searching for a Cyber Security Project Engineer who is passionate about protecting what matters most. If you have a knack for turning complex security challenges into robust, real-world solutions and thrive on building the defenses that safeguard our digital infrastructure, we want you on our team. Your expertise in InfoSec and security engineering will be vital as we tackle new threats and build the future of our security posture. Come join us and make a tangible impact. 

With a competitive salary range and industry-leading benefits, Ardent Principles offers more than just a job - we offer a career path filled with growth and opportunities. Join us and let's shape the future together!

Who We Are:  We offer advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, staff augmentation, and IT program management.

Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence
"Ardent Principles" signifies our unwavering commitment to excellence, driven by a profound passion and a strict adherence to ethical values. We believe that happy employees make for happy clients. Our mission is to act as a bridge between satisfied clients and fulfilled employees, ensuring that your job and well-being are our top priorities because your satisfaction leads to the success of our clients.

Key Responsibilities

In this challenging yet rewarding role, you are an integral part of what brings our Company's mission to life. You must have the following required skills, certifications and demonstrated experience in and/or with:

• Cyber security, InfoSec, security engineering, or network engineering.  
• Vulnerability scanning tools.
• Analyzing and documenting test results.
• Assessing systems against information assurance policies and regulations.
• Communicating complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Coordinating and performing security testing.
• Developing risk assessment and certification reports.
• Leading security accreditation efforts for enterprise systems.
• Recommending mitigating countermeasures to identified threats, vulnerabilities, or shortfalls.
• Linux operating system.
• Writing and reviewing documents such as requirements specifications, system architecture, design documents, test plans, or security plans.
• Decomposing functional requirements into technical requirements.
• Analyzing existing systems and identifying necessary corrective actions and improvements.
• Preparing program documentation such as CONOPS, SSP, and preparing materials to support system accreditation.

OTHER RELEVANT TECHNOLOGIES/TOOLS (EXPERIENCES)

• Shepherding multiple IT systems through the Assessment and Accreditation (A&A) processes.
• Continuous monitoring of IT systems that are required to sustain accreditation of these systems.
• Knowledgeable in Networking, Linux, Windows, Log analysis, Malware detection and mitigations, and the A&A process of systems.
• Providing responses to questions from system security managers.
• Creating A&A documentation such as System Security Plans (SSP) and Continuous Monitoring plans.
• Identifying countermeasures to the latest IT threats.
• Identifying potential exploitation vulnerabilities and proposing mitigation approaches for ongoing IT operations.
• Performing configurations of security related systems.
• Utilizing various security tools to perform log analysis, security incident response, vulnerability scanning, and automation of repetitive taskings.
• Decomposing customer requirements into technical solutions.
• Participating and briefing at information systems architectural boards at the Group level.
• Working in a 24 hour, 7 day (on-call rotation) a week environment providing in-depth Tier 2 and Tier 3 level support and problem resolution for technology products and applications.
• Coordinating engineering projects including performing technical risk assessment, de-conflicting implementations, and resolving technical questions or conflicts.

Highly Desired Qualifications

Other skills and demonstrated experiences that are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work, include:

• Creating and maintaining integrated master schedules.
• Offensive security practices.
• Explaining protocols, technical procedures and processes clearly and accurately to both technical and non-technical audiences.

What We Offer You

• Highly Competitive Salary: Recognizing and rewarding your expertise and contributions.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Providing ample time for rest, relaxation, and personal pursuits.
• Dedicated Training Budget: Supporting continuous learning and professional development.
• 100% Employer-Covered Family Vision, Dental, and Health Insurance: Ensuring comprehensive health coverage for you and your family.
• 100% Employer-Covered Life and Disability Insurance: Offering financial security and peace of mind.
• 401(k) Plan with a 6% Employer Match: Helping you plan and save for a secure retirement, with 100% vesting from day one.
• 11 Paid Government Holidays: Observing national holidays to ensure time off with family and friends.
• Spot Bonuses for Exceptional Performance: Rewarding outstanding contributions and achievements.

SCHEDULE:This is a full-time position with consultants expected to be available and working onsite in Chantilly, VA during core hours.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and be part of a team dedicated to driving positive change through technology. Apply now with our easy 3-minute, mobile-friendly initial application process. Your future starts here!