Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

ARES is hiring a senior cybersecurity engineer to support a critical Department of Defense cybersecurity program. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience supporting system security assessments in accordance with DoD and Navy requirements, including RMF processes, STIG compliance, and cybersecurity control validation. The candidate should have experience supporting in an ISSE, ISSO, and/or ISSM role or similar. Responsibilities include cyber threat analysis, cyber engineering support, blue and red team assessments, cyber architecture design, and cyber policy support.

This position is located in Dahlgren, VA.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the cybersecurity field, including support for cyber engineering and analysis activities, RMF, control validation, vulnerability assessments, and accreditation.
• Minimum IAT Level II certification (e.g., CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+, SSCP, or equivalent)
• Proficient in technical services and analysis with knowledge of cybersecurity standards, principles, practices, and processes.
• Secret clearance.

About ARES Corporation:

ARES Corporation is a premier provider of systems engineering and technical services to U.S. aerospace and defense agencies. Founded in 1992, ARES has delivered technical integration, independent verification and validation, safety and mission assurance, IT, cybersecurity, and engineering support to dozens of our Nation's largest, most complex programs and missions.

ARES is a 100% employee-owned business.

ARES Benefits:

ARES offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. Full time employees may participate in:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HSA/FSA Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• ESOP
• Paid Time Off & Holidays

ARES is an equal opportunity employer and complies with E-Verify. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. ARES shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).