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Cyber Defense
Cybersecurity Operations
Information Assurance
Information Systems
Network Defense
REQ#: RQ231346
Public Trust: None
Requisition Type: Regular
Your Impact
Own your opportunity to support our nation's defense. Make an impact by connecting and securing critical operations across the globe, keeping our country safe and secure.
Job Description
Meaningful Work and Personal Impact:Security & Systems Engineering for DEOS Azure Environments
- Design, document, and maintain secure architectures for DEOS services hosted in Azure and related environments (e.g., NSGs, Azure VMs supporting M365, management, monitoring, or integration services).
- Build, configure, and administer Azure Virtual Machines supporting DEOS, including OS hardening (e.g., DISA STIGs/SRGs), patching, baseline configuration, and performance tuning.
- Develop, maintain, and operate Azure Automation Runbooks to support secure operations and compliance (e.g., automated patching, configuration enforcement, log collection, backup/restore, and response actions).
- Provide consultative technical guidance to DEOS engineering and operations teams on secure design patterns, Zero Trust principles, identity and access management, and boundary protections.
- Support DISA/DoW Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities for DEOS systems, ensuring security requirements are engineered into designs and implementations from the outset.
- Contribute to and maintain RMF/ATO artifacts (SSP, SAR, POA&M, diagrams, implementation statements) specific to DEOS Azure‑hosted components.
- Map and implement DISA STIGs, DoD Cloud Computing SRG, and relevant eMASS controls across Azure VMs and associated services.
- Identify, document, and communicate security risks or compliance gaps to DEOS leadership and customer stakeholders, recommending practical mitigations.
- Coordinate incident response for security and operational incidents impacting DEOS and the Cybersecurity Threat Hunt team.
- Participate in incident triage, technical analysis, and root‑cause investigations.
- Direct technical containment, eradication, and recovery activities (e.g., isolate or revoke credentials), in coordination with the DEOS incident manager and DISA stakeholders.
- Capture lessons learned and drive assist in updates to runbooks, playbooks, detection rules, and hardening baselines to reduce recurrence.
- Engage with GDIT, DEOS and DISA security, engineering, and operations counterparts to clarify requirements, constraints, and risk posture for DEOS services.
- Provide consultancy‑style briefings and technical input to change boards, engineering reviews, and security forums on proposed changes, risks, and mitigations.
- Support responses to DISA/DoW data calls, audits, inspections, and technical reviews related to DEOS cybersecurity and system integrity.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation for DEOS Azure components, including architecture diagrams, configuration baselines, runbook catalogs, incident response playbooks, and RMF artifacts.
- Ensure activities align with GDIT Security Standard Practices, DEOS‑specific governance processes, and applicable ISO 27001 / information security management expectations.
- Identify opportunities to improve automation, monitoring, and repeatable processes that enhance DEOS security, reliability, and operational efficiency.
- Experience as a security engineer or systems engineer supporting DoW or DISA programs, including hands‑on work with production systems.
- Demonstrated Azure experience, including: Deploying and managing Azure Virtual Machines, Implementing secure configurations, patching, and monitoring, and Developing or operating Azure Automation Runbooks.
- Experience working within RMF/ATO processes (DoW RMF, DoD CC SRG, DISA STIGs, Vulnerability scanning) and producing/maintaining associated documentation.
- Experience participating in or coordinating incident response for complex systems (triage, containment, eradication, recovery, lessons learned).
- Strong consultative communication skills with the ability to explain complex security and system engineering topics to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
- DoW 8570/8140 baseline certification at the appropriate level (e.g., CISM, CASP+, CISSP, or equivalent).
- Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., AZ‑104, AZ‑500, AZ‑700) and/or Microsoft 365 security/collaboration experience relevant to DEOS.
- Prior experience on DISA or enterprise DoW collaboration/cloud programs.
- Experience working with large, distributed operations teams and SOCs in a 24x7 mission environment.
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
- Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities.
- Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals.
- Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off.
- Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace.
- Explore a career in cyber at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your focus on defending and protecting what matters.
Work Requirements
6 + years of related experience
- may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree
Less than 10%
U.S. Citizenship Required
Salary and Benefit Information
The likely salary range for this position is $127,500 - $172,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Our Identity Verification Process
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.
About Our Work
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.
Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Cyber Defense
Cybersecurity Operations
Information Assurance
Information Systems
Network Defense
REQ#: RQ231346
Public Trust: None
Requisition Type: Regular
Your Impact
Own your opportunity to support our nation's defense. Make an impact by connecting and securing critical operations across the globe, keeping our country safe and secure.
Job Description
Meaningful Work and Personal Impact:Security & Systems Engineering for DEOS Azure Environments
- Design, document, and maintain secure architectures for DEOS services hosted in Azure and related environments (e.g., NSGs, Azure VMs supporting M365, management, monitoring, or integration services).
- Build, configure, and administer Azure Virtual Machines supporting DEOS, including OS hardening (e.g., DISA STIGs/SRGs), patching, baseline configuration, and performance tuning.
- Develop, maintain, and operate Azure Automation Runbooks to support secure operations and compliance (e.g., automated patching, configuration enforcement, log collection, backup/restore, and response actions).
- Provide consultative technical guidance to DEOS engineering and operations teams on secure design patterns, Zero Trust principles, identity and access management, and boundary protections.
- Support DISA/DoW Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities for DEOS systems, ensuring security requirements are engineered into designs and implementations from the outset.
- Contribute to and maintain RMF/ATO artifacts (SSP, SAR, POA&M, diagrams, implementation statements) specific to DEOS Azure‑hosted components.
- Map and implement DISA STIGs, DoD Cloud Computing SRG, and relevant eMASS controls across Azure VMs and associated services.
- Identify, document, and communicate security risks or compliance gaps to DEOS leadership and customer stakeholders, recommending practical mitigations.
- Coordinate incident response for security and operational incidents impacting DEOS and the Cybersecurity Threat Hunt team.
- Participate in incident triage, technical analysis, and root‑cause investigations.
- Direct technical containment, eradication, and recovery activities (e.g., isolate or revoke credentials), in coordination with the DEOS incident manager and DISA stakeholders.
- Capture lessons learned and drive assist in updates to runbooks, playbooks, detection rules, and hardening baselines to reduce recurrence.
- Engage with GDIT, DEOS and DISA security, engineering, and operations counterparts to clarify requirements, constraints, and risk posture for DEOS services.
- Provide consultancy‑style briefings and technical input to change boards, engineering reviews, and security forums on proposed changes, risks, and mitigations.
- Support responses to DISA/DoW data calls, audits, inspections, and technical reviews related to DEOS cybersecurity and system integrity.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation for DEOS Azure components, including architecture diagrams, configuration baselines, runbook catalogs, incident response playbooks, and RMF artifacts.
- Ensure activities align with GDIT Security Standard Practices, DEOS‑specific governance processes, and applicable ISO 27001 / information security management expectations.
- Identify opportunities to improve automation, monitoring, and repeatable processes that enhance DEOS security, reliability, and operational efficiency.
- Experience as a security engineer or systems engineer supporting DoW or DISA programs, including hands‑on work with production systems.
- Demonstrated Azure experience, including: Deploying and managing Azure Virtual Machines, Implementing secure configurations, patching, and monitoring, and Developing or operating Azure Automation Runbooks.
- Experience working within RMF/ATO processes (DoW RMF, DoD CC SRG, DISA STIGs, Vulnerability scanning) and producing/maintaining associated documentation.
- Experience participating in or coordinating incident response for complex systems (triage, containment, eradication, recovery, lessons learned).
- Strong consultative communication skills with the ability to explain complex security and system engineering topics to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
- DoW 8570/8140 baseline certification at the appropriate level (e.g., CISM, CASP+, CISSP, or equivalent).
- Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., AZ‑104, AZ‑500, AZ‑700) and/or Microsoft 365 security/collaboration experience relevant to DEOS.
- Prior experience on DISA or enterprise DoW collaboration/cloud programs.
- Experience working with large, distributed operations teams and SOCs in a 24x7 mission environment.
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
- Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities.
- Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals.
- Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off.
- Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace.
- Explore a career in cyber at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your focus on defending and protecting what matters.
Work Requirements
6 + years of related experience
- may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree
Less than 10%
U.S. Citizenship Required
Salary and Benefit Information
The likely salary range for this position is $127,500 - $172,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Our Identity Verification Process
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.
About Our Work
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.
Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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- Booz Allen Hamilton15
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cybersecurity engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related technical field
- Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, or IBM QRadar
- Proficiency in vulnerability assessment and penetration testing tools and methodologies
- Industry certification such as CISSP, CompTIA Security+, CEH, or CISM
- Experience designing and implementing zero-trust or defense-in-depth security architectures
- Knowledge of compliance frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, or FedRAMP
Tips for Your Cybersecurity Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to the threat stack
Hiring managers scan for specific tools and frameworks before they read your summary. List the exact platforms you've worked with, such as SIEM tools, EDR solutions, and IDS systems, and match them to the job description's language word for word.
Lead with certifications strategically
Certifications like CISSP, CEH, or Security+ carry different weight depending on the employer. Defense contractors often require DoD 8570 compliance, while SaaS companies may prioritize cloud-specific credentials like AWS Security Specialty. Match your cert placement to the sector you're targeting.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists cybersecurity engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by clearance requirements upfront
Many cybersecurity roles at defense and federal contractors require an active or obtainable security clearance. Check clearance requirements before applying so you don't waste time on roles you're ineligible for or underqualified to obtain within the hiring timeline.
Prepare a threat analysis walkthrough
Most technical interviews for cybersecurity engineers include a scenario round where you walk through how you'd detect, contain, and remediate a specific attack type. Practice narrating your incident response process aloud, including the tools you'd pull and the stakeholders you'd notify.
Negotiate scope, not just compensation
In cybersecurity roles, the tools budget, team size, and reporting structure shape your day-to-day more than titles do. During offer conversations, ask which security initiatives are currently funded and how much autonomy the role has over architecture decisions.
Cybersecurity Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most cybersecurity engineers?
The companies hiring the most cybersecurity engineers right now include Booz Allen Hamilton, General Motors (GM), and CACI International, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, Maryland, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Defense contractors, major financial institutions, and cloud platform providers consistently account for the highest volume of postings.
How many cybersecurity engineer jobs are remote?
About 57% of cybersecurity engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability varies significantly by specialization. Cloud security, threat intelligence, and application security roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while roles involving on-premises infrastructure, classified environments, or physical security operations are more likely to require on-site presence.
How do you become a cybersecurity engineer?
Start by building foundational knowledge in networking, operating systems, and scripting through coursework or self-study, then earn an entry-level certification like CompTIA Security+ to signal baseline competency. Gain hands-on experience through labs, CTF competitions, or help-desk and IT support roles, then specialize in an area such as cloud security or incident response. A bachelor's degree in a related field and a more advanced certification accelerate progression into engineering roles.
Can you get a cybersecurity engineer job with little or no experience?
Breaking into cybersecurity engineering without direct experience is achievable if you build a demonstrable skill set outside of formal employment. Completing hands-on lab platforms, contributing to open-source security projects, or earning a certification that requires practical exam components all substitute for work history. Entry-level or associate-level titles at managed security service providers and IT departments frequently hire candidates who can show technical ability even without prior job titles in security.
What does the cybersecurity engineer interview process look like?
Most cybersecurity engineer interviews move through a recruiter screen, a technical phone or video round covering fundamentals like networking protocols and encryption, and one or more hands-on assessments such as a take-home threat analysis, a live scenario walkthrough, or a capture-the-flag style exercise. Final rounds typically include a system design or architecture discussion and a cultural or behavioral interview with the hiring team or security leadership.
Where can I find and apply to cybersecurity engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to cybersecurity engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and specialization, and apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
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