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Cyber Security Project Engineer

Location

United States

JobType

full-time

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Overview

About the role

REQUIRED: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
LOCATION: Full-time, onsite in the WMA

We are seeking a Cyber Security Project Engineer who can deliver disciplined, security‑first leadership across complex program systems. In this role, you will ensure the secure design, implementation, and protection of mission‑critical platforms—defending against unauthorized access, denial of service, data theft, and insider threats while upholding strict Sponsor security standards.

Who We Are:
We offer advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, staff augmentation, and IT program management.

Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence
Ardent Principles offers a competitive salary range and a comprehensive, industry‑leading benefits package designed to support long‑term stability and employee well‑being. We provide more than a position—we offer a workplace committed to excellence, integrity, and mission‑focused impact. Our mission is to act as a bridge between satisfied clients and fulfilled employees, ensuring that your job and well-being are our top priorities because your satisfaction leads to the success of our clients.

Join us as we continue building the future of secure, high‑impact solutions.

Key Responsibilities

In this challenging yet rewarding role, you're an integral part of what brings our company's mission to life. You must have the following required skills and demonstrated experience in and/or with:

Cyber Security Project Engineer focused experience:

Ensuring the secure design and implementation of program systems, protecting against unauthorized access, usage denial, theft, and insider threats
Maximizing the security of the system by protecting Sponsor data and ensuring security best practices, including those defined by the Sponsor, are followed
Installing, patching and updating software to monitor and maintain system capabilities, uptime and stability
Supporting Sponsor's Assessment & Authorization (A&A) accreditation requirements
Managing information system security, policy, accreditation and regulatory compliance
Playing a crucial role in integrating information assurance into Sponsor's acquisition and implementation processes

Additional experience:

Bringing programmatic discipline to the management of complex systems.
Administering communications solutions.
Integrating systems and managing technical programs.
System assessment and Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processes.
Handling sensitive data, exercising discretion and sound judgment, and achieving mission outcomes.
Customizing, deploying and maintaining Android cellular telephones.
Using beaconing and tracking hardware, software, scripts, and code.
Managing cell phones, laptops, and tablet devices, all of which require configuration and maintenance while maximizing uptime and communications reliability.
Using encryption hardware and software and virtual private network (VPN) applications.
Gathering and vetting new technical requirements.
Identifying requirements and constraints pertaining to technical capabilities and solutions in support of training and educational exercises.
Providing technical leadership.
Utilizing and executing regulatory and data retention policies and modifying such policies with input and direction from key stakeholders.
Cross-skilling and backfilling for teammates.
Utilizing Microsoft cloud-based tools including Office 365, Azure, Entra, Intune, and Teams.
Using communication tools including push-to-talk technology.
Using map imagery applications.

Highly Desired Qualifications

Other skills and demonstrated experiences that are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work, include:

Administering complex Sponsor unclassified systems.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with all levels of Sponsor personnel.
Working with system assessment and Sponsor's Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processes.
Supporting and troubleshooting proprietary Sponsor map imagery applications.

What We Offer You

Highly Competitive Salary: Recognizing and rewarding your expertise and contributions.
Generous Paid Time Off: Providing ample time for rest, relaxation, and personal pursuits.
Dedicated Training Budget: Supporting continuous learning and professional development.
100% Employer-Covered Family Vision, Dental, and Health Insurance: Ensuring comprehensive health coverage for you and your family.
100% Employer-Covered Life and Disability Insurance: Offering financial security and peace of mind.
401(k) Plan with a 6% Employer Match: Helping you plan and save for a secure retirement, with 100% vesting from day one.
11 Paid Government Holidays: Observing national holidays to ensure time off with family and friends.
Spot Bonuses for Exceptional Performance: Rewarding outstanding contributions and achievements.

SCHEDULE:

This is a full-time position with consultants expected to be available and working onsite in the WMA during core hours.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and be part of a team dedicated to driving positive change through technology. Apply now with our easy 3-minute, mobile-friendly initial application process. Your future starts here!

About the company

Provides specialized technology and program management services to government agencies.

Skills

Office 365

Azure

Entra

Intune

Teams

VPN

Encryption

Android

map imagery