Cyber Engineer Associate- job post

Job Description

A Cyber Engineer Associate plays a key role in strengthening an organization’s cybersecurity posture by supporting the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure IT systems. They assist in monitoring networks, detecting threats, analyzing vulnerabilities, and applying security controls to protect digital assets. Working alongside senior engineers, they contribute to incident response, system hardening, and compliance with security standards. This role is ideal for professionals starting their cybersecurity career and looking to build strong technical expertise in modern security environments.

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Hampton, VA

Full-time

Job details

Job type

• Full-time

Shift and schedule

• Day shift

Full job description

Job ID: 2612313

Location: Hampton, VA, US

Date Posted: 2026-05-11

Category: Cyber

Subcategory: Cyber Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes – 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE

Description

company is seeking a junior Cybersecurity Engineer to support the AOC Weapons System Falconer Program, and compliant configuration, sustainment, and troubleshooting of mission-critical Command and Control (C2) systems across various Air Operations Centers (AOCs) worldwide.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Support AOC Weapons System Falconer Program: Provide cybersecurity support for the Air Operations Center (AOC) Weapons System Falconer Program, ensuring mission readiness and operational effectiveness.
• Compliance and Configuration: Perform compliant configuration of mission-critical Command and Control (C2) systems, adhering to established cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices.
• System Sustainment: Sustain and maintain the ongoing functionality and security of C2 systems across various Air Operations Centers (AOCs) worldwide, ensuring continuous operational availability.
• Troubleshooting and Maintenance: Identify, diagnose, and resolve technical issues related to C2 systems to minimize downtime and maintain mission-critical operations.
• Security Monitoring and Incident Response: Monitor C2 systems for security breaches or anomalies, and promptly respond to incidents to mitigate risks and protect sensitive information.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of system configurations, maintenance activities, and security incidents, providing regular reports to stakeholders.
• Collaboration and Coordination: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including network engineers, system administrators, and program managers, to ensure integrated and secure operations across all AOCs.
• Training and Support: Provide guidance and support to end-users and less experienced team members, helping to foster a security-conscious culture and enhance the overall cybersecurity posture of the organization.

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or relevant technical discipline.
• Equivalent experience and relevant industry certifications may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• 0 years of experience in implementing vulnerability assessment and conducting data analysis.
• Knowledge of Cyber Situational Awareness, to include Security Information and Event Management (SIEM: Atc, Splunk, Elastic Stack, etc.) and other cyber tools.
• Knowledge Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation.
• Strong communication and collaboration in high-performance environments.
• CompTIA Security+ (DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level III) required within 30 days of hire).

Desired Skill Sets:

• CISSP certification highly desired.
• Experience working in a USAF AOC and general understanding of AOC processes and procedures in support of execution of the Air Tasking Order (ATO) and Airspace Control Order (ACO).

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