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Cybersecurity Engineer (Evergreen)

Odyssey Systems


Job Location:

Dayton, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 17 October 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 14 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Cybersecurity

Job Summary

Position Summary

Evergreen (Pipeline) Requisition

This requisition is used to build a pipeline of qualified candidates for future opportunities. While there may not be an immediate opening candidates will be considered as positions become available based on their qualifications and program needs.

Odyssey is seeking experienced Cybersecurity Engineering Support professionals at various levels to support the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance (ISR) and Special Operations Forces (SOF) Directorate (AFLCMC/WI) at Wright Patterson AFB OH. AFLCMC/WI is responsible for equipping warfighters to win the fight. The Directorate executes a $22 billion acquisition portfolio developing producing testing modifying fielding and supporting Air Force ISR and SOF platforms and related sub-systems.

This role provides cybersecurity engineering support for DoD weapon systems ensuring systems are secure compliant and resilient. The position works closely with program teams senior leaders and cybersecurity authorities to support system protection risk management and authorization activities.

Responsibilities

Duties may include but are not limited to:

  • Support cybersecurity engineering activities across the system lifecycle.
  • Assist with RMF processes including preparing ATO-related documents and technical reports.
  • Review system designs architectures and vendor proposals for cybersecurity compliance.
  • Identify risks vulnerabilities and recommended mitigations.
  • Support supply chain risk assessments and system protection planning.
  • Participate in working groups reviews and coordination meetings.
  • Ensure project documentation includes required cybersecurity elements.
Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US Citizen

Clearance: Current Secret clearance with ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance

Education and experience:

  • Journeyman (level 2): Bachelors degree or higher in a related field and 3 years of related experience 3 of which must be in the DoD; OR 7 years of directly related experience 5 of which must be in the DoD.
  • Senior (level 3): Masters or Doctorate Degree in a related field and 10 years of related experience in the 5 years of which must be in the DoD; OR Bachelors degree in a related field and 12 years of related experience 5 of which must be in the DoD; OR 15 years of directly related experience 8 of which must be in the DoD
  • Principal (level 4): Masters or Doctorate Degree in a related field and at least 20 years of related experience 12 years of which must be in the DoD; OR Bachelors degree in a related field and 25 years of related experience 15 years of which must be in the DoD; OR 30 years of directly related experience 20 years of which must be in the DoD.
  • Ability obtain and maintain the required IAT/IAM certification(s) within one year

Preferred Qualifications

  • Current TS/SCI clearance
  • Current IAT and/or IAM certification

Additionally the successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

Technical Skills

  • Experience with DoD acquisition processes related to acquisition platform and sensor cybersecurity engineering
  • Understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Cybersecurity strategies to ensure weapon systems meet cyber resilient and Systems Security Engineering (SSE) criteria.
  • Experience in cybersecurity engineering within DoD or similar environments.
    Knowledge of systems engineering principles network architecture analysis verification and validation of requirements and understanding the risk management process and understanding of the operational context of weapon systems employment

Interpersonal Skills

  • Strong communication documentation and collaboration skills.

Additional Information

Location: Wright Patterson AFB OH

Travel: Up to 33% for site visits and technical reviews as required by program needs

Work Environment: Onsite/Hybrid/Remote

This is an evergreen position designed to proactively identify and engage highly qualified candidates for future openings across Odysseys portfolio of acquisition and program management support efforts. While this role is not currently tied to a specific contract selected candidates may be considered for upcoming positions based on their experience qualifications and program needs.

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Company Overview

Odyssey is a world-class technical engineering and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration ISR C2 and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the militarys operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment technology and services to data information and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution peak organizational performance and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment ambition and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations an employer match program and volunteering events.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities


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Odyssey builds, secures and integrates capabilities and technologies to meet tomorrow’s mission requirements. We enhance operational readiness through comprehensive program support.

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