Cybersecurity Engineer III (Secret Clearance)

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer III to support a program for NIWC PAC in San Diego, CA. The team is seeking an experienced engineer to support Assessment and Authorization (A&A) for the IT Management Support services contract. Details below:

Clearance: Secret clearance

Location: San Diego, CA (100% onsite)

This job opens for applications on 8/25/2026 Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date

Responsibilities of the Cybersecurity Engineer:

• Implement and assess security controls based on system categorization, applicable overlays, and tailored security requirements.
• Conduct active and passive reconnaissance, identify security gaps, and develop POA&Ms with validated mitigation actions and milestone tracking.
• Create and maintain A&A documentation, including SSPs, SAPs, SARs, and other authorization artifacts.
• Manage eMASS compliance activities, including IV&Vs, STIG assessments, ASRs, POA&M updates, and ATO-related submissions.
• Maintain DISA circuit connections (CCSDs), oversee inherited controls, and coordinate accreditation workflows and schedules.

Qualifications of the Cybersecurity Engineer:

• Active Secret Clearance
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university and 10+ years of cybersecurity experience
• IAT III certifications (one of the following): CASP+, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH (CISSP strongly preferred)
• Experience conducting A&A of security systems and devices and submitting for ATO
• Documentation experience with System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Plan (SAP), POA&Ms

Compensation of the Cybersecurity Engineer:

• Total compensation based on experience level - $135,000-$150,000 **based on experience level**
• Full Benefits: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, and Vision, 401k
• Certification reimbursement
• Long-term, fully funded program

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