Senior Cyber Engineer - ACAS

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Norfolk, VA, USA
Hybrid
86K-147K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
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The Role
Serves as the ACAS subject matter expert, designing and installing platforms, deploying scanners, configuring tenants, updating Tenable.sc and Nessus, applying DoD STIGs, generating reports, and supporting vulnerability remediation. Troubleshoots Windows, Linux, and network issues; maintains procedures, coordinates scans and credential rotation, interprets results, and trains compliance staff. The role is based in Norfolk, Virginia and requires a Secret clearance.
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Job Description
This Senior Cyber Engineer position is located at Naval Station Norfolk. The selected candidate will serve as the subject matter expert for the ACAS (Assured Compliance Assessment Solution) platform. Candidate must have expert level experience with ACAS to include developing robust designs, platform installations, scanner deployments, tailored configurations, generating reports, and cybersecurity hardening. Will be an expert troubleshooter in Windows domains, Linux environments, and network connectivity.
Typical duties and responsibilities:
Interface with cross-functional team members and be a respected liaison for BAE Systems
Oversee updates to the tenant asset scan lists and validate accuracy over a large multi-tenant environment.
Handle regular updates to Tenable.sc (SecurityCenter), Nesus scanners and plugins.
Apply DoD STIGs (Secure Technical Implementation Guides) to operating systems and applications.
Maintain and update SOPs (Standard Operation Procedures) for ACAS use within the Enterprise.
Assist stakeholders with interpreting scan results to remediate and mitigate patch and configuration vulnerabilities.
Coordinate baseline scans with tenants and generate ad hoc scans when requested.
Facilitate credential rotation with system owners.
Assist in training other members of the compliance team.
This position is located in Norfolk, VA. There is no relocation assistance available for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to Norfolk or surrounding areas.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • High school diploma and 8 years of related experience OR Associates Degree and 6 years of related experience OR Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of related experience
  • DoD ACAS Administrator training and certification
  • COMPTIA Security+ or equivalent DoW 8140 CSWF cybersecurity certification
  • Secret security clearance and ability to maintain

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • B.S. Degree related to Information Technology or Information Security
  • DISA eMASS platform experience
  • ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • VMware certifications
  • Azure or Microsoft certifications
  • Linux certifications
  • COMPTIA Network+ or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $86460 - $146982
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Skills Required

  • High school diploma and 8 years of related experience, or an associate degree and 6 years of related experience, or a bachelor's degree and 4 years of related experience
  • DoD ACAS Administrator training and certification
  • CompTIA Security+ or equivalent DoD 8140 CSWF cybersecurity certification
  • Secret security clearance and ability to maintain it
  • Bachelor of Science degree related to Information Technology or Information Security
  • DISA eMASS platform experience
  • ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional certification
  • VMware certifications
  • Azure or Microsoft certifications
  • Linux certifications
  • CompTIA Network+ or Cisco Certified Network Associate certification

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BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage is presented as comprehensive, paired with an EAP, fertility and transgender care options, and HSA‑compatible plans that can include employer contributions with coverage starting on day one in some cases. These resources are reinforced by wellness tools and immediate eligibility noted on official benefits materials.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) savings plan is broadly available, with employer matching and other contributions that vary by business unit, and some U.S. employee groups retain pension arrangements. Company‑paid basic life insurance equal to 2x base salary (up to $1M) further strengthens financial security.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave (e.g., 160 hours for full‑time employees) sits alongside adoption and surrogacy reimbursement and Bright Horizons backup child and elder care. These benefits help reduce care gaps and complement PTO and applicable state programs.

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HQ: Falls Church, VA
40,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.

Why Work With Us

We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.

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