Cybersecurity Engineer III

About

Saalex Corporation is seeking multiple Cybersecurity Engineer III in Tidewater, VA and San Diego, CA. Saalex Corp., is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services. Founded in 1999 by Travis Mack, Saalex Solutions is a Service Disabled Veteran-Owned and Operated business with prime and subcontract expertise serving the Navy, Army, Air Force, NASA, corporate clients, and local governments. Saalex offers competitive compensation, career development, flexible work schedules and excellent benefits.

Position Type: Contingent on Contract Award.

Salary: $135k-$180k (depending on experience)

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure system architectures across enterprise IT and network environments.
• Lead cybersecurity engineering efforts including system hardening, secure configuration, and risk mitigation.
• Integrate security controls in accordance with RMF, STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity frameworks.
• Conduct advanced vulnerability analysis, threat modeling, and remediation planning.
• Support system accreditation activities and provide technical leadership for ATO processes.
• Mentor junior engineers and guide secure engineering best practices.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

Required:

• 5–7 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, IT security, or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience with system security principles, network security, or secure configurations.
• Knowledge of RMF, STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity frameworks.
• Required certifications aligned to DoD 8140 (e.g., Security+, CEH, CISSP based on level).

Desired:

• Experience supporting DoD or Navy programs.
• Familiarity with enterprise tools such as ACAS, HBSS, or SIEM platforms.
• Experience with cloud or virtualized environments.

Security Clearance

Must be eligible to obtain a Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI clearance. Active clearances preferred. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Stock Option Plan