Cybersecurity Engineer

PEMCCO


Job Location:

Washington, DC - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 53 - 88
Posted on: 4 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary


Pay: $53.33 - $88.00 hourly depending on experience
Benefits: Medical Dental Vision Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program and other company-sponsored benefits
Security Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance if required

Are you passionate about cybersecurity risk management and protecting critical systems from evolving threats

PEMCCO is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to support the implementation assessment and maintenance of cybersecurity capabilities that protect government information systems networks and data. This role is ideal for a cybersecurity professional who enjoys identifying vulnerabilities strengthening security controls supporting compliance efforts and helping organizations maintain a strong security posture.

This opportunity is a strong fit for candidates with experience in cybersecurity information assurance information security cybersecurity engineering system security risk management vulnerability management or compliance programs.

About PEMCCO

PEMCCO supports complex technical and operational programs by providing skilled professionals who help customers achieve mission success. We offer opportunities to work on impactful projects collaborate with experienced teams and contribute to innovative solutions that support critical government operations.

Job Overview

As a Cybersecurity Engineer you will help protect information systems and networks by supporting security assessments vulnerability management risk analysis compliance activities and continuous monitoring efforts. You will collaborate with engineers system administrators and project teams to identify security risks implement safeguards and ensure systems meet security requirements throughout their lifecycle.

This role offers the opportunity to expand your cybersecurity expertise while supporting mission-critical environments and helping organizations defend against emerging cyber threats.

What Youll Do

  • Implement and support cybersecurity measures for information systems networks and applications
  • Assist with the development implementation and maintenance of cybersecurity controls and safeguards
  • Conduct security assessments vulnerability scans and risk analyses
  • Identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities and recommend corrective actions
  • Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities
  • Assist in developing and maintaining cybersecurity documentation including security plans procedures and reports
  • Monitor compliance with cybersecurity policies standards and regulatory requirements
  • Support continuous monitoring activities and security posture assessments
  • Investigate cybersecurity events and incidents and assist with response and remediation efforts
  • Coordinate with engineers system administrators and project teams to incorporate cybersecurity requirements throughout the system lifecycle
  • Support the implementation of cybersecurity tools technologies and protective measures
  • Maintain awareness of emerging threats vulnerabilities and cybersecurity best practices

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Electronics Engineering Mathematics Computer Science or a related field
  • Three (3) years of experience in cybersecurity information assurance information security cybersecurity engineering system security or a related field
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity principles technologies and industry best practices
  • Knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and cybersecurity compliance requirements
  • Knowledge of vulnerability management and security assessment methodologies
  • Ability to identify analyze and mitigate cybersecurity risks
  • Ability to interpret and apply security policies standards and procedures
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
  • Ability to prepare technical documentation and reports
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance if required
  • Must meet applicable DoD 8140 workforce qualification requirements if required by contract

Preferred Experience

  • Masters degree in a related technical discipline
  • Experience supporting Department of Defense or Federal Government programs
  • Experience supporting RMF A&A or continuous monitoring activities
  • Experience performing vulnerability assessments and security compliance reviews
  • Experience supporting incident response and remediation activities
  • Experience working in highly regulated or mission-critical environments

Why Join PEMCCO

  • Support critical government and customer missions through cybersecurity excellence
  • Help protect systems networks and data from evolving cyber threats
  • Work alongside experienced cybersecurity engineering and IT professionals
  • Gain experience with RMF compliance risk management and continuous monitoring activities
  • Expand your expertise across multiple cybersecurity disciplines
  • Contribute to mission-focused programs that make a real impact
  • Build a rewarding career in a collaborative and security-focused environment

Work Environment

  • Professional office and technical work environments
  • Work may be performed at company facilities customer locations or designated project sites as needed
  • Regular use of computers cybersecurity tools and communication systems
  • Frequent collaboration with cybersecurity professionals engineers administrators and stakeholders

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Additional company-sponsored benefits

Apply Today

If youre a cybersecurity professional looking to strengthen system security support mission-critical operations and grow your career in a dynamic environment we encourage you to apply.

Join PEMCCO and help protect the systems networks and information that support mission success.

Equal Opportunity Employer

PEMCCO Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race color sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression religion national origin age disability genetic information military or veteran status pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law.


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