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Cybersecurity Engineer (ESS)
Job Location:
Job Location:
Columbus, OH - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 75000 - 95000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
29 September 2026 (3 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
29 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Clearance: ActiveSecret with IT-II eligibility upon assignment
Work Schedule: On-site Monday through Friday.
Position Overview:
Are you passionate about defending critical infrastructure and solving complex security challenges Join our dynamic cybersecurity team as a Security Engineer and help protect mission-critical systems for defense government and enterprise clients. Youll work on high-impact projects that support national security regulatory compliance and business resilience. This is a hands-on role where youll collaborate with IT network and development teams to design implement and optimize security solutions.
Performs a variety of routine project tasks applied to specialized Cybersecurity problems. Tasks involve integration of electronic processes or methodologies to resolve total system problems or technology problems as they relate to cybersecurity requirements. Analyzes information security requirements.
Applies analytical and systematic approaches in the resolution of problems of workflow organization and planning. Provides security engineering support for planning design development testing demonstration and integration of information systems
Applies analytical and systematic approaches in the resolution of problems of workflow organization and planning. Provides security engineering support for planning design development testing demonstration and integration of information systems
Core Responsibilities:
Lead and support cybersecurity projects integrating advanced methodologies to solve complex system problems
Analyze design and implement security controls to protect sensitive data and IT assets
Conduct risk assessments vulnerability scans and incident response activities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security within planning design development and deployment of information systems
Apply systematic approaches to optimize workflow organizational structure and security operations
Maintain documentation to ensure compliance with DoD NIST and organizational standards
Provide security guidance training and mentorship to technical teams and end users
Qualifications
We are seeking an innovative and hands-on Security Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced mission-driven environment. Ideal candidates will have a passion for continuous learning technical excellence and contributing to a collaborative team culture.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum seven (7) years of relevant IT experience
Hands-on experience implementing modern security solutions (e.g. OneNote ServiceNow Trellix Microsoft Intune XDR Azure Government)
Active DoD SECRET Clearance and eligibility for IT-II upon assignment
DoD 8140 IAT Level II certification (ex. Security CISSP CISM)
DoD 8140 CNDSP-IS certification
Computing Environment: HBSS Administrator HBSS Advanced or MS SC-900
Desired Qualifications:
Experience or familiarity with Illumio (micro-segmentation zero trust) is a plus
MCSA or equivalent certification (Computing Environment)
Required Experience:
IC
