Purpose and Impact: Amentum/Secure Networking Solutions is seeking a Network and Cybersecurity Engineer to ensure the security, accreditation, and compliance of Wireless Intrusion Detection System (WIDS) environments of Amentum’s Skywalker program. The Network and Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for supporting Information Assurance (IA) activities, coordinating Assessment and Authorization (A&A) and Authority to Operate (ATO) efforts, and implementing cybersecurity best practices throughout the system lifecycle. Working closely with Government stakeholders and engineering teams, this position ensures systems are securely deployed, maintained, and operated in accordance with ICD 503, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and customer security requirements while supporting mission-critical operations. Experience writing clear, concise, and user-friendly technical and training manuals or similar documentation, including documents required for A&A IAW ICD 503, is required.
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 am - 5 pm.
Essential Responsibilities:
Support cybersecurity engineering and IA activities for WIDS deployments.
Coordinate A&A and ATO efforts in accordance with ICD 503 and Government requirements.
Develop, review, and maintain accreditation documentation, security plans, and technical procedures.
Coordinate with engineering teams to implement secure system configurations and cybersecurity controls.
Support vulnerability assessments, security compliance reviews, and risk mitigation activities.
Assist with system hardening, patch management, and configuration management.
Provide technical guidance on cybersecurity requirements throughout system deployment and sustainment.
Support Government customers during security reviews, audits, and accreditation activities.
Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands: Office Setting, but may be required to install sensors and wiring, which requires climbing ladders and lifting up to 20 lbs.
Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
Experience supporting Information Assurance or cybersecurity activities within DoD and/or Intelligence Community environments.
Knowledge of RMF, ICD 503, A&A, and ATO processes.
Experience developing technical documentation and security accreditation artifacts.
Understanding of secure system engineering principles and cybersecurity best practices.
Strong written, verbal, and analytical communication skills.
Ability to coordinate across engineering teams and Government stakeholders.
Ability to travel worldwide.
Security Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Poly
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Minimum Years of Experience:
Bachelor's Degree with 5–7 years of experience; Master's Degree with 3–5 years of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of five (5) years supporting cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or systems engineering efforts for classified Government programs.
Compensation Details:
$183,000-$203,000
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
08/14/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
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Skills Required
- Experience supporting Information Assurance or cybersecurity activities within DoD and/or Intelligence Community environments.
- Knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF), ICD 503, Assessment & Authorization (A&A), and Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
- Experience developing technical documentation and security accreditation artifacts (A&A documentation, security plans, technical procedures).
- Minimum of five (5) years supporting cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or systems engineering efforts for classified Government programs.
- Bachelor's Degree (or Master's with equivalent experience) in a relevant field.
- Active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph.
- Understanding of secure system engineering principles, system hardening, patch management, and configuration management.
- Strong written, verbal, and analytical communication skills and ability to coordinate across engineering teams and Government stakeholders.
- Ability to travel worldwide and support Government customers during security reviews, audits, and accreditation activities.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, and vision plans and multiple PPO/HSA options. Mental health support via an employee assistance program and other wellness resources is also included in the benefits mix.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through a 401(k) plan with employer matching. Profit-sharing contributions and immediate or near-term vesting in some cases further strengthen the retirement value proposition.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off benefits are presented as solid for the sector, including tiered PTO accrual by tenure and a set of paid holidays. Role-dependent flexible or remote work options and leave programs add to perceived work-life support.
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