Cyber Security Engineer

Cyber Security Engineer

Application Deadline: 6 June 2025

Department: Data Analysis and Technology Services

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Tyson Corner, VA

Description

Are you ready to secure network solutions to protect networks and data systems?  Ardent Principles is searching for a full-time Cyber Security Engineer to enhance our security initiatives.

If you're passionate about cyber security, thrive on managing impactful projects, and are ready to make a difference, this is the role for you. With a competitive salary and industry-leading benefits, Ardent Principles offers more than just a job - we offer a career path filled with growth and opportunities. Join us and let's shape the future together!

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" signifies our unwavering commitment to excellence, driven by a profound passion and a strict adherence to ethical values. We believe that happy employees make for happy clients. 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.

Key Responsibilities

REQUIRES AN ACTIVE TS/SCI with FULL SCOPE POLYGRAPH

In this challenging yet rewarding role as a Cyber Security Engineer, you are an integral part of what brings our Company's mission to life. You should have the following required skills, certifications and demonstrated experience in and/or with:

• Managing cloud infrastructure
• Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processes
• Handling sensitive data, exercising discretion and sound judgment, and achieving mission outcomes
• Using encryption hardware and software and virtual private network (VPN) applications
• Utilizing and executing regulatory and data retention policies and modifying such policies with input and direction from key stakeholders. 

Highly Desired Qualifications

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

• Using ATAK (Android Team Awareness Kit) beaconing and tracking hardware, software, scripts, and code
• Managing telephones, laptops, and tablet devices, all of which require configuration and maintenance while maximizing uptime and communications reliability
• Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processes
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with all levels of personnel
• Using communication tools including push-to-talk technology
• Using map imagery applications
• Utilizing Microsoft cloud-based tools including Office 365, Azure, Entrap and Teams.

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 Tyson's Corner, VA 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!