Cyber Security Engineer IV

Aether Aerospace is hiring a Cyber Security Engineer IV to monitor and defend networks and information systems, maintain continuous-monitoring security tools, and assess cybersecurity risks. The role also develops and verifies security solutions, supports incident response and compliance, and designs secure DoD information-assurance architectures.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor, analyze, and detect cyber events and incidents across networks and information systems
• Coordinate and maintain security toolsets supporting continuous monitoring and risk assessment initiatives
• Determine security requirements through vulnerability analyses, risk assessments, and business strategy evaluations
• Implement security systems by specifying intrusion detection methodologies and overseeing system installations
• Conduct security testing, develop test scripts, and verify security systems for compliance and functionality
• Support incident response efforts by analyzing security events and implementing corrective security measures
• Design, develop, and integrate DoD IA architectures, ensuring compliance with security frameworks and operational security standards
• Ensure security compliance by monitoring adherence to policies, standards, and procedures
• Develop and conduct security training programs to enhance cybersecurity awareness and readiness
• Develop technical solutions to complex cybersecurity challenges while exercising considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches
• Provide technical support to operational strategies aligned within your program and initiatives that optimize processes, enhance productivity, and ensure quality across all program functions
• Ensure 100% of planned hours are worked and recorded
• Identify and forward to leadership any opportunities that could lead to growth within your work area
• Participate in growth efforts as requested
• Ensure all contractual deliverables are met or exceeded to the customer's satisfaction
• Complete personal PDP and attend Company Meetings (with the camera on)
• Build productive and positive professional relationships with clients within your program
• Execute all contract requirements as assigned in accordance with the contract-specific LCAT and requirements

Requirements:

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with 8 - 10 years of experience, or a Master's degree with 6 - 8 years of experience
• Considered an emerging authority in cybersecurity, applying extensive technical expertise
• Develops technical solutions to complex cybersecurity challenges with minimal supervision
• Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and strategies for security operations
• Expertise in cybersecurity principles, risk management frameworks, and security compliance standards
• Experience with intrusion detection methodologies, vulnerability assessments, and security tools
• Familiarity with security monitoring solutions, incident response protocols, and DoD IA security architectures
• Experience with DoD IA architecture, risk management frameworks, and cybersecurity compliance initiatives
• Knowledge of network security principles, secure system design, and vulnerability management tools
• Familiarity with cybersecurity automation tools and security best practices for cloud and hybrid environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop and implement security solutions for evolving threats