Hiring: Senior Cybersecurity Engineer Company: Scientific Research Corporation Location: North Charleston, SC Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 13:28:23 Target Skills & Keywords : AWS, Azure, C, Linux, PKI, SIEM, Security Clearance About the job Required Skills: •In‑depth knowledge of DoD cyber‑policy frameworks (RMF, NIST 800‑53, CNSSI 1253) •Hands‑on experience with security tools such as SIEM platforms, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners, endpoint protection, firewalls, PKI, and DLP solutions •Proficiency with network protocols, Windows/Linux/Unix operating systems, and cloud environments (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government) •Proven record in incident handling, forensic analysis, and remediation of cyber‑attacks •Operational familiarity with DoD incident‑response procedures •Strong communication and stakeholder‑management skills; capable of leading security work streams and delivering clear status reports to both technical and non‑technical audiences •Preferred additional certifications: CISA, CCSP, or DoD‑specific 8570.01‑M IA/IA‑C/IA‑E credentials •SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL Qualifications: •Master’s degree in one of the following fields from an ABET‑accredited or CAE‑designated institution: information technology, cybersecurity, data science, information systems, computer science •Completion of the training modules 4C‑FA26A, M09CHN1, A‑531‑0009, A‑531‑0045, or the combination (ACQ 160 + ISA 220) •Active DoD top secret (or higher) clearance •CISM, CISSO, FITSP‑M, GCIA, GCSA, GCIH, GSLC, GICSP, CISSP‑ISSMP, CISSP, or any equivalent certification recognized by the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework •Minimum seven years of progressive, full‑time experience performing advanced information‑security duties (or equivalent on‑the‑job training that meets the DoD CSWF Advanced criteria) •Demonstrated capacity to plan, implement, upgrade, and monitor security measures; assess network and system vulnerabilities •Demonstrated capacity to design and apply risk‑mitigation strategies •Ensure appropriate controls protect digital assets and critical infrastructure and respond effectively to security breaches and malware incidents •Domestic travel up to 10% of the year (approximately two weeks) for site visits, security assessments, or briefings at other DoD locations •International travel typically less than 5 % of the year, only when needed for coordination with overseas partners and subject to clearance approval 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!