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Job description
The Principal Cyber Engineer serves primarily as a technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Cyber development efforts. This engineer has a strong understanding of the requirements capture process and the full lifecycle of technical Cyber development initiatives. Execution of these responsibilities requires the ability to develop effective solutions by synthesizing mission strategy, industry standards, processes, emerging technologies, and creative approaches to achieve program objectives.
The successful candidate will join a multi-disciplinary, distributed team and will integrate existing products, industry-standard architectural methodologies, and emerging technologies to address complex IT and Cyber challenges for our customers.
Principal Cyber Subject Matter Expert Primary Responsibilities
The Principal Cyber Engineer will provide cyber management services to government agencies related to threats in Cyberspace Operations. The role includes managing all technical aspects of cyber development projects using Agile software development methodologies, ensuring an effective balance between user requirements and technical constraints.
This position may also develop and deliver customized training and documentation for software products. Additionally, the role involves planning and facilitating exercises focused on Cyberspace Operations in support of military operations.
Principal Cyber Subject Matter Expert Other Responsibilities
Test and examine deliverables, software, or network enabled devices
Collaborate on maintenance and feature development of proprietary software
Attend meetings and make recommendations regarding development
Provide technical oversite of projects to identify risks and offer ways to mitigate risks
Provide recommendations on industry, security and development processes and procedures
Advise on the development and requirements of supporting test articles and development exemplars
Review testing of ongoing development efforts to ensure tests meet standards
Provide guidance to and assist training of less experienced staff members
Principal Cyber Subject Matter Expert Requirements
Must have a Top-Secret clearance and be eligible for SCI eligibility (TS/SCI)
Minimum of 12 years experience with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, OR 20 years of equivalent experience
This position requires residency within 1 hour of Southern Pines, NC
Telework is authorized for this position. The successful candidate may work 16 hours on site each week
Completion of a U.S. Government Cyber space Operations course or equivalent commercial training (e.g., GIAC GPEN, GXPN, or GRTP) with demonstrated hands-on experience
Experience leading or providing technical oversight for complex cyber or IT development efforts
Experience with Windows, Linux, and core networking concepts (e.g., protocols, switching, routing, VPNs)
Principal Cyber Subject Matter Expert Desired Skills
Experience supporting cyber operations or mission-focused environments (e.g., SOCs, fusion centers)
Experience with scripting or object-oriented programming for cybersecurity or automation
Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and best practices (e.g., NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, Zero Trust)
Experience delivering technical briefings and demonstrations to senior leaders and large technical audiences
Experience with system integration, architecture, or interoperability of cyber capabilities
Familiarity with cyber test and evaluation, including test articles and development exemplars
Experience supporting cyber exercises or training events
Knowledge of containerization, virtualization, or cloud environments
Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience applying Agile development methodologies
Who is ARA?
Do you want to work for a purpose? Applied Research Associates, Inc. (aka ARA) is an employee-owned international research and engineering company. We have been providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences since 1979. ARA has over 2,223 employee-owners and continues to grow rapidly. Together, our offices throughout the U.S. and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense, civil, and health technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement.
ARA also prides itself, on having a challenging culture where innovation & experimentation are the norm. The motto, "Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit" sums up the ARA experience. Employee ownership ensures you have a voice in what happens in the company.
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Worksite address
pinehurst, NC, 28374, US
Who can apply
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