Network and Cybersecurity Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Network and Cybersecurity Engineer with Security Clearance
Purpose and Impact:
Amentum/Secure Networking Solutions is seeking a Network and Cybersecurity Engineer to ensure the security, accreditation, and compliance of Wireless Intrusion Detection System (WIDS) environments of Amentum's Skywalker program. The Network and Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for supporting Information Assurance (IA) activities, coordinating Assessment and Authorization (A&A) and Authority to Operate (ATO) efforts, and implementing cybersecurity best practices throughout the system lifecycle.

Working closely with Government stakeholders and engineering teams, this position ensures systems are securely deployed, maintained, and operated in accordance with ICD 503, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and customer security requirements while supporting mission-critical operations. Experience writing clear, concise, and user-friendly technical and training manuals or similar documentation, including documents required for A&A IAW ICD 503, is required. This position is contingent upon award of contract, business needs, security clearance verification, and funding availability.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm.

Essential Responsibilities:

* Support cybersecurity engineering and IA activities for WIDS deployments.
* Coordinate A&A and ATO efforts in accordance with ICD 503 and Government requirements.
* Develop, review, and maintain accreditation documentation, security plans, and technical procedures.
* Coordinate with engineering teams to implement secure system configurations and cybersecurity controls.
* Support vulnerability assessments, security compliance reviews, and risk mitigation activities.
* Assist with system hardening, patch management, and configuration management.
* Provide technical guidance on cybersecurity requirements throughout system deployment and sustainment.
* Support Government customers during security reviews, audits, and accreditation activities. Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:
Office Setting, but may be required to install sensors and wiring, which requires climbing ladders and lifting up to 20 lbs.

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
* Experience supporting Information Assurance or cybersecurity activities within DoD and/or Intelligence Community environments.
* Knowledge of RMF, ICD 503, A&A, and ATO processes.
* Experience developing technical documentation and security accreditation artifacts.
* Understanding of secure system engineering principles and cybersecurity best practices.
* Strong written, verbal, and analytical communication skills.
* Ability to coordinate across engineering teams and Government stakeholders.
* Ability to travel worldwide. Security

Clearance Required:

* TS/SCI with Poly

Minimum Education:

* Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of

Experience:

* Bachelor's Degree with 5-7 years of experience;
Master's Degree with 3-5 years of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Minimum of five (5) years supporting cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or systems engineering efforts for classified Government programs. #javelin This position is not designated as a safety-sensitive position. As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, Amentum is a drug-free workplace and requires all personnel to comply with company drug and alcohol policies as a condition of employment.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the drug screening process. Please note that this may include pre-hire screening for marijuana, as well as other federally controlled substances due to Amentum's role as a federal contractor and trusted partner to the US Government.

Other Responsibilities:

Safety
- Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees are responsible for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements, fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams. Quality
- Quality is the foundation of our business management and the keystone of our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must comply with the Amentum Quality Policy and perform job activities in accordance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance
- Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to his/her job. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran…