Hiring: Principal Cyber Engineer Company: Leonardo DRS Location: Germantown, MD Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 14:22:41 Employment Type: Contract Target Skills & Keywords : Defense Industry, IAM, Program Management, Security Clearance About the job Experience: •8+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering supporting DoD or federal system Required Skills: •DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems supporting the defense industry globally. The company is a global pioneer of AESA tactical radars for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance. •Business Unit: DRS RADA Technologies •Lead Cybersecurity Strategy •Own cybersecurity engineering strategy across programs, setting standards for vulnerability management, hardening, and compliance •Lead vulnerability scanning activities (e.g., ACAS/Nessus) across systems, networks, and endpoints, and drive remediation of findings •Lead implementation and validation of STIGs (Security Technical Implementation Guides) across hardware, software, and network baselines •Own the ATO process end-to-end — coordinating with ISSMs/ISSOs, Authorizing Officials, and program stakeholders to achieve and maintain accreditation •Serve as the technical authority for resolving the most complex security findings and compliance gaps Qualifications: •Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Assurance, or a related technical field; advanced degree a plus •Hands-on expertise with vulnerability/cyber scanning tools (e.g., ACAS, Nessus, SCAP) and remediation workflows •Demonstrated mastery of STIG implementation and hardening across multiple platforms •Proven experience leading systems through the ATO/RMF process, including SSPs, POA&Ms, and continuous monitoring •DoD 8570/8140 IAT/IAM certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP, CASP+) required or obtainable within a defined period •Strong mentoring and technical leadership experience •Excellent written and verbal communication skills across technical and executive audiences •U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment. •Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only Compensation: •$150,452 - $203,111 / year •Competitive benefits and rewards package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!