Mid-Level Cyber Security Engineer

Job Description
SECRET CLEARANCE IS REQUIRED
The Mid-Level Cyber Security Engineer supports cybersecurity, Information Assurance (IA), and Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities across GCCS-J classified development and integration environments. This role executes security validation, vulnerability scanning, system hardening, and compliance verification to ensure that all software and systems meet DoD cybersecurity standards. The engineer collaborates with senior cybersecurity staff, developers, testers, and government stakeholders to maintain secure SIPR lab environments and support accreditation and modernization efforts.
Key Responsibilities:
IA & RMF Support

• Support RMF activities and security control implementation.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with DoD IA controls, STIGs, and SRGs.

SIPR Lab Security Operations

• Support secure operations of SIPR-based development and integration labs.
• Perform system hardening, patching, and configuration updates.

Security Validation & Vulnerability Scanning

• Execute vulnerability scans and compliance checks.
• Document findings and verify remediation.

Secure Software Support

• Assist developers in applying secure coding practices.
• Review software components for basic security risks.

DevSecOps & Automation Support

• Support integration of security tools into CI/CD pipelines.
• Assist with automated scanning and compliance validation.

Monitoring & Incident Support

• Monitor systems for security events.
• Support incident response activities under senior guidance.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain IA documentation, scan reports, and POA&M updates.
• Support audit preparation and security reviews.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work with senior cybersecurity engineers, ISSOs, developers, and testers.
• Communicate risks and findings clearly.

The annual base salary range for this role is $97,000-$114,000 (USD) , which does not include discretionary bonus compensation or our comprehensive benefits package. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things.
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Required Skills
Required Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related STEM field.
3–6 years of cybersecurity or IA engineering experience.
Experience supporting RMF, DISA STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity policies.
Experience with vulnerability scanning tools (ACAS, Nessus, Fortify, etc.).
Familiarity with Linux/UNIX and Windows system hardening.
Experience supporting secure software development or DevSecOps environments.
Strong analytical and documentation skills.
Active Secret clearance.
Experience supporting C2 or mission-critical DoD systems.
Familiarity with container security, Kubernetes, and secure configuration management.
Experience with SIEM tools and log analysis.
Knowledge of CORA processes.
Familiarity with network security and enclave protections.
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Desired Skills
Desired Skills:
Strong analytical skills.
Effective communication.
Ability to work in cross-functional teams.
Attention to detail.
Proactive problem-solving.
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About Nyla Technology Solutions
Nyla Technology Solutions delivers exceptional Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, and Software Engineering services for the U.S. Government. Nyla embraces a forward-thinking and bold approach at every turn, earning us a solid reputation of technical trendsetters within the industry. We have a passion for developing solutions that have a quick and immediate impact on mission. Headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, our customers love how we tackle their most challenging problems and get things done.
If you have the unique experience and expertise we are seeking, along with the desire and determination to invest your time and energy as a part of Nyla’s team,
Taking Care of All of You
Nyla provides a top-of-market compensation and benefits package. And through our unique Nyla FLEX program, we custom tailor these benefits to best fit your lifestyle.
The Nyla FLEX benefit program is designed to offer you flexibility in the 3 biggest areas of your life: your pay, your leave, and your schedule.
PAY - Nyla starts with 4 weeks of Annual Leave plus 11 holidays and an additional day of Annual Leave for each year you’re at the company. You have the flexibility to cash out your annual leave hours, opt out of other Nyla benefits, and/or arrange for additional hours on contract\* (over 40 hrs/week). There’s even an option to earn 1.3 times your hourly rate once you work over 1880 hours on contract!
LEAVE - Want to spend more time with the family? Want more time to travel the world? You can BUY additional annual leave for a total of 6 weeks of annual leave. That’s up to 240 hours of leave plus 11 holidays! That’s not even including paid anniversary leave!
SCHEDULE - Does the traditional 40-hour workweek no longer fit your lifestyle? With Nyla FLEX, you have the freedom to scale down to 30-32 hours while still enjoying the top-notch Nyla benefits you know and love. It's flexibility that works for you without compromising the perks!
WHAT ABOUT OTHER BENEFITS? Nyla’s health care (medical, dental, and vision) is 100% covered by the company. We provide 10% 401k matching - with full vesting day 1! Our Professional Development offers $5,000 per year to be used towards fees, tuition, or time off for your continued growth. We even have a student loan repayment program and we provide 8 hours of volunteering annually so you can support your community, making your world a better place.
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Nyla is an equal opportunity employer.