Position Title: Cyber Engineer Position Type: Full-time, Fully On-Site Location: Chantilly, VA Clearance: Active TS/SCI FS Poly
Description:
Waypoint’s client is seeking a creative and versatile Cyber Engineer to join our team for a program in Chantilly, VA. In this role, you will be instrumental to a major initiative overseeing the full lifecycle of IT managed security services for a government client. You will focus on providing robust situational awareness of the enterprise's security posture and the evolving threat landscape. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who can blend offensive tactics with defensive strategies to design, build, and protect critical systems. You will be empowered to take ownership of complex projects and make a significant impact on national security. Responsibilities:
Engineer and deploy custom software and hardware solutions tailored for both red team (offensive) and blue team (defensive) cyber operations.
Conduct in-depth vulnerability research, perform reverse engineering on emergent threats, and develop sophisticated exploits and payloads to test and validate defenses.
Architect and maintain a secure development environment, integrating security into the software lifecycle through code analysis, penetration testing, and vulnerability mitigation.
Deploy, operate, and fine-tune a suite of advanced cybersecurity tools, including Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), firewalls, and Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS).
Serve as a key responder during security incidents, leading investigation efforts from initial detection and analysis through to root cause determination and remediation.
Proactively identify and remediate security weaknesses by conducting continuous vulnerability assessments and managing system patching and configuration.
Oversee and strengthen identity and access management (IAM) frameworks, implementing principles of least privilege and managing privileged access and multi-factor authentication systems.
Secure and monitor hybrid cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), ensuring security controls are properly configured and effective.
Required Skills:
Must possess an active Top Secret security clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (TS/SCI with FS Poly). This clearance must be current and active.
A Bachelor’s degree combined with 8 to 12 years of relevant professional experience. Equivalent hands-on experience may be substituted for a degree.
A strong grasp of Department of Defense (DoD) IT security requirements and protocols.
Demonstrated proficiency in operating and maintaining core security technologies, including SIEM platforms, EDR solutions, firewalls, and vulnerability scanners.
Foundational skills in scripting and automation using languages like Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
Solid understanding of incident response methodologies and best practices for investigating security events.
Working knowledge of securing public cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to work onsite at the client location in Chantilly, VA.
Desired Skills:
A Master's degree in a relevant technical field.
Possession of elite industry certifications such as CISSP, OSCP, CEH, or GIAC Security Expert (GSE).