Position Title: Cybersecurity EngineerLocation: Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Station (CMSFS), ColoradoRelocation Assistance: None available at this timeRemote/Telework: NO - Not available for this positionClearance Type: Top SecretShift: Day Shift Travel Required: Up to 10% of the timeDescription of Duties:The
Cybersecurity Engineer supports North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) on the Integrated Tactical Warning/Attack Assessment (ITW/AA) and Space Support Contract II (NISSC II). The candidate will:
- Implement and maintain the security and integrity of information systems and networks.
- Identify and resolve moderately complex issues to prevent cyber-attacks on information systems and to keep computer information systems secure from interruption of service, intellectual property theft, network viruses, data mining, financial theft, and theft of sensitive customer data, allowing business to continue as normal.
- Develop and collect artifacts to document compliance for cybersecurity controls IAW DoD and NIST RMF guidelines.
- Participate in the development, implementation, and monitoring of analytical and technical methodologies, tools, and policies/standards to ensure a cyber-secure environment for the customer.
- Provide computer forensic and intrusion support to high-technology investigations in the form of computer evidence seizure, computer forensic analysis, data recovery, and network assessments.
- Participate in configuration control process for hardware and software to include technology selection/recommendation and ongoing configuration management.
- Provide analysis of established security requirements and recommendation of additional security requirements and safeguards.
- Support the formal ST&E required by each government accrediting authority through pre-test preparations, participation in tests, analysis of the results, and the preparation of required reports.
- Continuously monitor the cybersecurity posture of each system and implement corrective actions or mitigations until all vulnerabilities are addressed.
This position is expected to pay
$95,000-$105,000 annually; depending on experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.
This position will be filled and work onsite at
Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Station (CMSFS), ColoradoResumes, in month and year format, must be submitted with application in order to be considered for the position. The selected candidate may be assigned as one of our teammate companies.Basic Requirements:- Must have an active Top Secret Clearance.
- Certification Requirements: Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II or higher (e.g., Security+ CE or higher)
- Must have 1 year of directly related experience.
- Must have 1 year of general work experience
- Must possess a general understanding of network architecture.
- Must have the ability to prepare, objectively review, and deliver technical presentations.
- Must understand NIST standards.
- NISSC II experience
Desired Requirements:- Ability to work with diverse teams of engineering and support personnel in a mission-critical operational environment
- Must possess above-average verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience interfacing with senior Air Force and/or DoD customers, as well as experience serving multiple DoD Agencies.
- Experience supporting NC3 mission systems/subsystems.
- Experience with Xacta.
- 2 years of Cybersecurity or Project Management experience or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed.
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Typical benefits offered include flexible work schedules, educational reimbursement, retirement benefits (401K match), employee stock purchase plan, health benefits, tax saving options, disability benefits, life and accident insurance, voluntary benefits, paid time off and paid holidays, and parental leave.
Compensation Details:$95,000 - $100,000
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
- Educational reimbursement
- Parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tax-saving options
- Disability and life insurance
- Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:08/04/2026 - 08/11/2026
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.