Cybersecurity Engineer

Posted 59 minutes ago USD 160,001 - 200,000 / year
Haystack
A leading technology integrator specializing in full lifecycle services and solutions for the U.S. federal government, we bring deep expertise in engineering, securing, and deploying cutting-edge technologies. Our work empowers warfighters by unifying data, sensors, mission applications, cloud-based services, and AI-enabled automation, transforming complex information into actionable decisions.

The Role

  • Build and secure multi-tenant cloud environments (Dev, Integration, Test).
  • Implement JSIG, NIST SP 800-53, STIG, and MLS/MILS baselines.
  • Own RMF/ATO packages for cloud environments, producing SSP, POA&M, and full RMF evidence.
  • Validate STIG, ACAS/Nessus, SAST/DAST, and container-security outputs prior to environment promotion.
  • Perform functional validation of Capability Provider and External cyber artifacts.
  • Maintain cloud-aligned continuous monitoring, including audit logs and cloud telemetry.

What You'll Need

  • Bachelor's degree and 9+ years of experience, or Master's with 7+ years, or PhD with 4+ years.
  • Proven experience securing multi-classification cloud environments.
  • Hands-on experience performing STIG review/hardening and validating ACAS/Nessus outputs.
  • Experience maintaining RMF/ATO artifacts (SSP, POA&M, continuous monitoring evidence).
  • DoD 8140 aligned certifications: CISSP, CCSP, CASP+, or equivalent.
  • Familiarity with Jira/Xacta workflows for RMF and vulnerability tracking.

What's On Offer

  • Opportunity to make a tangible and immediate impact on warfighter effectiveness.
  • Work directly with operators, engineers, and government teams.
  • Be part of accelerating the integration, testing, security, and transition of new capabilities.
  • Competitive salary range: $160,001 - $200,000.

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