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SAIC lists this Senior CND Engineer opportunity in springfield, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Minimum Clearance Required TS.SCI
Job ID
Location Springfield, VA, US
Date Posted
Category Cyber
Subcategory Cyber Engineer
Schedule Full-Time
Shift Day Job
Travel Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required TS.SCI
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain TS/SCI with Poly
Potential for Remote Work ORA_ON_SITE
Description
SAIC is seeking a skilled and motivated Cyber Network Defense (CND) Engineer to join our MAJESTIC Joint Program Office (JPO) Team in support of a critical on-premises enterprise IT environment. As a CND Engineer, you will play a key role in assessing, managing, and improving the security posture of enterprise IT infrastructure, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards, and mitigating vulnerabilities and threats to the organization. This role requires a blend of auditing, analytical, and operational skills to ensure systems are compliant, secure, and well-prepared to counter threats. You will be instrumental in designing systems that support operations and intelligence collection capabilities while leveraging advanced tools, thorough assessments, and proactive defense measures. This position is reserved for those who are passionate about cybersecurity and protecting critical networks.
All work must be performed on-site in Springfield, VA.
Key Responsibilities
Assess and audit systems and networks to identify deviations from acceptable configurations, enclave policies, or local policies
Evaluate incident response procedures and capabilities to ensure readiness for detecting, responding to, and mitigating cyber threats
Exploit system and network vulnerabilities and misconfigurations for gathering data from target systems or adversary networks to enable operations and intelligence collection capabilities
Leverage computer networks to disrupt, deny, degrade, or destroy information resident in computers and networks or the computer systems themselves
Identify, evaluate, and report cybersecurity vulnerabilities and recommend actionable mitigations
Review and validate system configurations, changes, and security controls for compliance and effectiveness
Provide monitoring and analysis to detect signs of exploitation, unauthorized activity, or abnormal patterns
Maintain detailed audit documentation including risk assessments, compliance verification, and remediation plans
Collaborate with stakeholders such as Systems Administrators, Network Engineers, and Cybersecurity Analysts to address risks
Education
High School Diploma/GED
Certifications (CWF Requirements)
Candidates must satisfyCybersecurity Workforce Framework (CWF)ID 511 (Cyber Defense Analyst)or531 (Cyber Defense Auditor, Intermediate Level)requirements, as outlined byNavy COOL This requirement can be met by possessing one or more of the following qualifyingcertifications
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH/Practical)
CompTIA Cloud+
CompTIA PenTest+
CompTIA Security+
Federal IT Security Professional-Operator-NG (FITSP-O)
GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED)
GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification (GMON)
GIAC Defensible Security Architecture (GDSA)
GIAC Response and Industrial Defense (GRID)
GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
Rocheston Certified Cybersecurity Engineer (RCCE) Level 1
Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Cybersecurity (formerly Cisco Cybersecurity Associate)
EC-Council Certified Incident Handler (ECIH)
Federal IT Security Professional-Operator-NG (FITSP-O)
Alternative Education
ABachelor’s Degreein Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT, or a related field
Experience
5-9 years of experienceperforming security audits, compliance assessments, or Cyber Network Defense-related (CND) functions in an enterprise IT environment
Technical Skills
Proficiency with auditing tools (e.g., Splunk, Nessus, ACAS) and experience with Windows/Linux security configurations
In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-53, RMF, ICD 503, DoD )
Familiarity with database security for platforms like SQL Server and Oracle
Clearance Requirement
ActiveTS/SCIclearance with the ability to obtain and maintain aTS/SCI with Poly
Work Environment and Notes
On-site WorkAll work must be conducted on-site in Springfield, VA
Program ScopeSupports on-premises enterprise IT environments including virtualized Windows/Linux servers, databases, and networking layers
Subcontractor RoleSalary and responsibilities vary by billet, with cap limitations based on the subcontractor agreement
Target salary range $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
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Worksite address
springfield, VA, 22161, US
Who can apply
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