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Cyber Security Engineer

Apogee Integration LLC

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Top Secret/SCI
Early Career (2+ yrs experience)
Unspecified
CI Polygraph
IT - Security
Chantilly, VA (On/Off-Site)

Security Clearance: TS/SCI CI Poly investigation is required

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Analysis & System Design
• Analyze user needs and software requirements to determine design feasibility within time and cost constraints.
• Evaluate information to recommend and plan computer specifications, system layouts, and peripheral equipment modifications.
• Review and refine existing programs to reduce operating time, increase efficiency, and improve techniques.
• Collaborate with systems analysts, engineers, programmers, and other stakeholders to design systems and define performance requirements, capabilities, and interfaces.
• Gather and assess information on reporting formats, costs, and security needs to determine optimal hardware configurations.
• Estimate software development costs and schedules.
• Consult with customers on software system design, development, and maintenance.
• Work with engineering teams to evaluate hardware/software interfaces, define specifications, set performance requirements, and resolve customer issues.
• Partner with data processing and project managers to understand project limitations, capabilities, and requirements.
• Prepare detailed reports and correspondence outlining project specifications, activities, progress, and status.
• Evaluate cost, reporting, and security factors to ensure hardware configurations align with project goals.
Security System Design & Deployment
• Implement and upgrade new security assets—including software, hardware, and network security components—in virtual and/or physical environments.

Security Maintenance
• Maintain and repair existing security systems, performing replacements or upgrades as needed.
Vulnerability Management
• Conduct system scans and simulations to identify weaknesses in IT infrastructure and develop mitigation strategies.

Reporting & Recommendations
• Document findings from security tests or breaches and present actionable recommendations for security enhancements to management.
Policy & Procedure Development
• Develop, implement, and manage security policies and best practices to prevent future incidents and strengthen organizational resilience.

Required Qualifications:

Education
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Remote Sensing, Photogrammetry, Image Science, Data Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Geographic Information Systems, Geography, or a related field.
• Substitutions:
o 4 years of additional related experience may substitute for a degree, or
o 2 years of additional related experience may substitute when holding a non-STEM degree.
Experience
• Minimum 12 years providing guidance, consultation, facilitation, and thought leadership to clients and/or project teams in one or more of the following areas:
o Engineering and Technology
o Policy and Administration
o Program Management
o Planning and Analysis
o Training and Development
o Facilities Management
o Communications and Visual Design
o Human Capital
o Business Operations
• Demonstrated experience delivering strategic guidance and direction in high-technology programs.
• Prior experience with NGA and/or NSG/ASG programs or projects.
• Previous Intelligence Community (IC) or Department of Defense (DoD) program or project experience.
• Experience in Remote Sensing, Photogrammetry, or Image Science.

Technical Expertise
-Strong knowledge of:
o Network protocols (TCP/IP, IPSec)
o Firewalls
o Encryption
o Intrusion detection systems

Analytical Skills
• Ability to identify, analyze, and solve complex security problems.
Problem-Solving
• Demonstrated aptitude for troubleshooting security issues and implementing effective solutions.
Communication Skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to present technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Desired Qualifications:

Education
• Master’s degree or higher in Remote Sensing, Photogrammetry, Image Science, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Geographic Information Systems, Geography, or a related discipline.
Advanced Experience
• Senior-level experience in the engineering, design, and analysis of IT or related systems, including all phases of design, development, analysis, documentation, and creation of standards and guidelines.
• Senior-level experience with DoD/IC acquisition processes or Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution System (PPBES).
• Working knowledge of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), including relevant processes, tools, and languages.
• Experience applying Agile software development methodologies.

Desired Certifications
• Security+
• CISSP
• Cloud Certifications (AWS, Azure)
• Server Certifications (Windows / Linux)

Tools & Systems Proficiency
• Project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera)
• Financial tracking tools
• Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems


What You'll Love About Apogee:
• Challenging work in support of US Intel Community - a Mission that Matters!
• Access to our cool ApogeePlex facility
• Support for new ideas & encouragement to take risks
• Professional Development Assistance (PDA)
• Wicked smart and collaborative coworkers
• Regular interfacing with company leadership
• 401(k) with huge company match
• Paid Time Off / Fixed & Floating Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Accounts / Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance, Disability (Short and Long Term), Accidental Death and
Dismemberment (AD&D)

Apogee's Mission:
• Be the PROVIDER of choice for government & commercial organizations with an
unwavering commitment to responsiveness, accuracy, integrity, collaboration, and
innovation
• Be the EMPLOYER of choice committed to an open & transparent corporate
atmosphere and progressive culture that attracts and empowers world class
professionals to explore cutting-edge technical solutions while fostering professional
growth
• Be the preferred SOURCE for cutting-edge Analytic Products, Systems & Software
Engineering, Big Data Integration, IT and Business Services that directly contribute
to customer success

Apogee Integration is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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