Cybersecurity Project Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Cybersecurity Project Engineer with Security Clearance
Job Title:

Cybersecurity Project Engineer

Location:

On-site

Clearance Required:

TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph Company:
Quantum Science Solutions (QSS) Rate:
Open

Position Overview Quantum Science Solutions (QSS) is seeking a Cyber Security Project Engineer to join a high
performing technical team supporting mission-critical cyber operations for a U.S. Government customer. This individual will lead the design, implementation, and support of secure infrastructure and enterprise systems, with a focus on compliance, operational resiliency, and cyber readiness across dynamic technology environments. This role requires a blend of technical depth, program management expertise, and stakeholder communication skills to successfully integrate secure IT systems, cloud services, and cybersecurity defense mechanisms within a large enterprise architecture.

Key Responsibilities
• Manage complex IT programs and system integration projects, ensuring successful coordination across technical teams.
• Facilitate and participate in stakeholder meetings, track program schedules, documentation items, and drive accountability to resolution.
• Prepare program plans, technical proposals, and reports, including budget spend plans and executive-level presentations.
• Translate functional business needs into IT requirements and technical solutions.
• Evaluate cloud service strategies and select appropriate technologies for secure deployment based on mission and technical needs.
• Design, develop, and maintain network and cloud-based environments using current technologies.
• Build and configure modern workstations and servers, ensuring systems are patched and secured.
• Provide cyber defense capabilities to protect critical assets from cyber threats, exploitation, and attack.
• Design and implement secure network architectures, policies, and procedures for systems seeking authorization to operate (ATO).
• Lead Agile Scrum Teams to deliver secure technical capabilities and products in an iterative, customer-focused environment.
• Organize and edit technical documentation for varied audiences, including manuals, training guides, and troubleshooting references.
• Communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats with technical teams and senior leadership. Mandatory Skills & Experience
• Demonstrated experience with program management and integration of secure IT systems.
• Experience preparing budget plans, tracking deliverables, and leading multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Knowledge of secure cloud strategies and hands-on experience with commercial cloud platforms.
• Proven ability to configure and maintain infrastructure in secure network environments.
• Demonstrated understanding of enterprise cybersecurity architecture, including policy, monitoring, and authorization processes.
• Experience authoring ATO documentation and working with security governance stakeholders.
• Experience working in Agile environments and leading technical Scrum teams.
• Proficiency creating technical documentation for engineering and user audiences. Education Requirement
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Equivalent work experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Preferred Skills
• Experience assessing enterprise networks, analyzing performance, and recommending practical solutions.
• Familiarity with coordinating deliverables across IT architecture, cloud, and infrastructure teams.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and execute complex projects, assess risk, and develop contingency strategies.
• Experience briefing senior stakeholders and presenting technical solutions to nontechnical audiences.
• Deep understanding of multi-cloud services and scalable infrastructure design. Preferred Certifications
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional
• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
• Security+ Why Join QSS? At Quantum Science Solutions (QSS), we deliver secure, scalable, and mission-aligned technology solutions to support national security objectives. Our cybersecurity professionals thrive in high-impact environments where innovation and integrity matter. Join us and help shape the future of secure systems for government customers. Employee Benefits
• Competitive Compensation & Performance Bonuses
• Premium Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Federal Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Matching