Job description
Start Date: Immediate
JHNA, CTSi, and EXPANSIA have come together to form a Defense Technology platform named Aether Aerospace focused on delivering high-impact technologies, technology-enabled services and advanced manufacturing solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense and related national security customers. Backed by Falfurrias Management Partners, the platform brings together deep domain expertise across Army, Navy, and Air Force and Space Force programs, digital engineering, systems integration, and specialized manufacturing capabilities.
The combined organization operates as a multi-entity aerospace and defense technology and tech-enabled services and manufacturing enterprise positioned for scalable growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation
OVERVIEW
Full-time/Permanent Employee
Location: Remote, preferred Boston, MA or Dayton, OH
As a Cyber Security Engineer IV, you will monitor, analyze, and detect cyber events while supporting cyber defense initiatives and maintaining security toolsets for continuous monitoring and compliance with industry and DoD Information Assurance (IA) standards. You will assess cyber risk, determine security requirements, conduct vulnerability analyses, and perform risk assessments. Responsibilities include implementing intrusion detection methodologies, overseeing software and hardware installations, and developing preventive and reactive security measures. You will verify security systems through testing, compliance monitoring, and incident response while designing and integrating secure DoD IA architectures. As an emerging authority, you will develop and implement cybersecurity solutions, exercise considerable latitude in determining approaches to complex security challenges, and collaborate with key stakeholders to drive security initiatives, compliance efforts, and risk management strategies.
RESPONSIBILTIES
Monitor, analyze, and detect cyber events and incidents across networks and information systems
Coordinate and maintain security toolsets supporting continuous monitoring and risk assessment initiatives
Determine security requirements through vulnerability analyses, risk assessments, and business strategy evaluations
Implement security systems by specifying intrusion detection methodologies and overseeing system installations
Conduct security testing, develop test scripts, and verify security systems for compliance and functionality
Support incident response efforts by analyzing security events and implementing corrective security measures
Design, develop, and integrate DoD IA architectures, ensuring compliance with security frameworks and operational security standards
Ensure security compliance by monitoring adherence to policies, standards, and procedures
Develop and conduct security training programs to enhance cybersecurity awareness and readiness
Develop technical solutions to complex cybersecurity challenges while exercising considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches
Provide technical support to operational strategies aligned within your program and initiatives that optimize processes, enhance productivity, and ensure quality across all program functions
Ensure 100% of planned hours are worked and recorded
Identify and forward to leadership any opportunities that could lead to growth within your work area
Participate in growth efforts as requested
Ensure all contractual deliverables are met or exceeded to the customer's satisfaction
Complete personal PDP and attend Company Meetings (with the camera on)
Build productive and positive professional relationships with clients within your program
Execute all contract requirements as assigned in accordance with the contract-specific LCAT and requirements
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance
Education and Years of Experience: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with 8 - 10 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 6 - 8 years of experience
Considered an emerging authority in cybersecurity, applying extensive technical expertise
Develops technical solutions to complex cybersecurity challenges with minimal supervision
Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and strategies for security operations
Expertise in cybersecurity principles, risk management frameworks, and security compliance standards
Experience with intrusion detection methodologies, vulnerability assessments, and security tools
Familiarity with security monitoring solutions, incident response protocols, and DoD IA security architectures
PREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with DoD IA architecture, risk management frameworks, and cybersecurity compliance initiatives
Knowledge of network security principles, secure system design, and vulnerability management tools
Familiarity with cybersecurity automation tools and security best practices for cloud and hybrid environments
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop and implement security solutions for evolving threats
Aether Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
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Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.