Cyber Engineer Associate

Job ID:

2612313

Location:

Hampton, VA, US Date Posted:

2026-05-11

Category:

Cyber Subcategory:

Cyber Engineer Schedule:

Full-Time Shift:

Day Job Travel:

Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required:

Secret Clearance Level Must Be Able to

Obtain:

None Potential for

Remote Work:

ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking a junior Cybersecurity Engineer to support the AOC Weapons System Falconer Program, and compliant configuration, sustainment, and troubleshooting of mission-critical Command and Control (C2) systems across various Air Operations Centers (AOCs) worldwide.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Support AOC Weapons System Falconer Program:

Provide cybersecurity support for the Air Operations Center (AOC) Weapons System Falconer Program, ensuring mission readiness and operational effectiveness.

Compliance and Configuration:

Perform compliant configuration of mission-critical Command and Control (C2) systems, adhering to established cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices.

System Sustainment:

Sustain and maintain the ongoing functionality and security of C2 systems across various Air Operations Centers (AOCs) worldwide, ensuring continuous operational availability.

Troubleshooting and Maintenance:

Identify, diagnose, and resolve technical issues related to C2 systems to minimize downtime and maintain mission-critical operations.

Security Monitoring and Incident Response:

Monitor C2 systems for security breaches or anomalies, and promptly respond to incidents to mitigate risks and protect sensitive information.

Documentation and Reporting:

Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of system configurations, maintenance activities, and security incidents, providing regular reports to stakeholders.

Collaboration and Coordination:

Work closely with cross-functional teams, including network engineers, system administrators, and program managers, to ensure integrated and secure operations across all AOCs.

Training and Support:

Provide guidance and support to end-users and less experienced team members, helping to foster a security-conscious culture and enhance the overall cybersecurity posture of the organization.

Qualifications Required Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or relevant technical discipline. Equivalent experience and relevant industry certifications may be considered in lieu of formal education. 0 years of experience in implementing vulnerability assessment and conducting data analysis. Knowledge of Cyber Situational Awareness, to include Security Information and Event Management (

SIEM:

Atc, Splunk, Elastic Stack, etc.) and other cyber tools. Knowledge Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation. Strong communication and collaboration in high-performance environments. CompTIA Security+ (DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level III) required within 30 days of hire).

Desired Skill Sets:

CISSP certification highly desired. Experience working in a USAF AOC and general understanding of AOC processes and procedures in support of execution of the Air Tasking Order (ATO) and Airspace Control Order (ACO).