Engineer, Cybersecurity III

Company Overview

Pantheon Data (a Kenific Holding company) is a private, small business based in the Washington, DC, area. Pantheon Data was founded in 2011, initially providing acquisition and supply chain management services to the US Coast Guard. Our service offerings have grown in the past ten years, including infrastructure resiliency, contact center operations, information technology, software engineering, program management, strategic communications, engineering, and cybersecurity. We have also grown our customer base to include commercial clients. The company has used this experience to expand our service offerings to other agencies within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Department of Defense (DoD), and other Federal Civilian Agencies.

Position Overview

The Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for delivering advanced cybersecurity engineering support across industrial control systems (ICS), enterprise networks, and mission-critical environments. This role provides expert-level analysis, control design, verification, and technical oversight to ensure systems remain secure, compliant, and resilient. The engineer will lead vulnerability assessments, hardening activities, patch management, and incident response initiatives while aligning all work with DoD, Navy, and RMF cybersecurity standards. This position may support both remote and onsite work, with periodic CONUS/OCONUS travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead cybersecurity engineering efforts for ICS and enterprise systems, ensuring alignment with DoD and Navy security requirements.
• Conduct and document vulnerability assessments, security control testing, and STIG/SRG compliance verification.
• Configure, analyze, and optimize security controls including IDS/IPS, firewalls, and access control lists (ACLs).
• Perform operating system hardening and configuration across environments such as Windows, Linux, VxWorks, and embedded platforms.
• Support incident response activities, including triage, forensic analysis, root-cause investigation, and remediation planning.
• Oversee patching cycles, system updates, and control enhancements to maintain a robust cybersecurity posture.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design secure architectures, validate security requirements, and support A&A/RMF activities.
• Prepare technical documentation, risk reports, engineering assessments, and recommendations for leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure full adherence to Navy cybersecurity policies, OPSEC requirements, CUI protocols, quality standards, and required security trainings.

Required Skills and Experience

• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics with a computer science concentration, or a cybersecurity-related field from an ABET-accredited program.
• Relevant certifications such as OSCP or CEH.
• Minimum Five (5) years of professional experience in cybersecurity engineering supporting ICS infrastructure, networks, and/or network security; OR
• Minimum Ten (10) years of professional experience in cybersecurity engineering (in lieu of ICS-specific experience).
• One (1) year of hands-on experience applying, configuring, or analyzing cybersecurity controls (IDS/IPS, firewalls, ACLs).
• Experience maintaining or configuring operating systems such as Windows, Linux, VxWorks, or other embedded operating systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in ICS network security, including industrial device communication protocols and network segmentation principles.
• Strong understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes, STIG/SRG implementation, and ongoing cybersecurity compliance tracking.
• Proficiency in security controls engineering, including operating system (OS) hardening, vulnerability analysis, and remediation planning.
• Knowledge of incident response methodologies, digital forensics fundamentals, and root-cause investigation techniques.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within remote, cross-functional technical teams, adapting to dynamic operational environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear technical documentation, reports, and stakeholder-facing deliverables.
• Ability to meet deadlines and produce quality work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite software including Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint.

Clearance Requirements

U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

Work Location: United States - Remote

• Our company prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
• If the position is remote or hybrid, you may periodically work from a Pantheon Data office location or client site.
• If this position is assigned to a Pantheon Data office location or client site, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for specific client requirements.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is up to $86,591. 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.

Benefits Overview

We are always looking for good people! Pantheon Data is committed to providing its employees with competitive salaries and benefits in order to increase employee satisfaction and productivity.In addition to our benefits, we also offer SmartBenefits through the Washington Metro Area Transportation Authority, where you specify an amount of your pre-tax wages be paid directly to your SmarTrip account. In some cases, tuition assistance may be available for continuing education expenses and certifications related to their position. Additional details may be found at https://pantheon-data.com/careers/

Pantheon Data Important Information

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our Talent Team at Recruiting@pantheon-data.com or by phone (571) 363-4020.

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