Who You Are (Required):
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or other STEM field (or equivalent full-time professional experience)
- 3 years of experience in the design, development, and management of complex software systems for the DoD.
- Security+, CCNA, or equivalent IAT Level II certification
- Ability to travel up to 10% of the time as needed
- Strong proficiency in programming languages such as, C++, Java, or Python.
- Advanced knowledge of firewalls, Linux, databases, operating system security, cloud infrastructure, and secure coding practices
- Expertise with security principles such as encryption, authentication, identity management (SSO, MFA, PAM), and secure API design
- Knowledge of common security vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10) and how to prevent them.
- Basic understanding of artificial intelligence and machine learning principles and their application in cybersecurity.
- Hands-on experience with security testing and assessment tools (e.g., Nessus, Nmap, Wireshark, Splunk, SCAP, Burp Suite, Metasploit).
- Understanding of secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC) and DevSecOps practices.
What Makes You Stand Out:
- Master's Degree in a relevant field.
- Relevant cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, CSSLP, CEH, Security+).
- Experience securing containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Experience with machine learning frameworks and libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-Learn).
- Familiarity with AI security and threat landscapes, such as the MITRE ATLAS (Adversarial Threat Landscape for AI Systems) framework.
- Experience securing and deploying AI/ML pipelines within DevSecOps or containerized environments.
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and configuration management tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
- Experience working with DoD security requirements and STIGs (Security Technical Implementation Guides).
If you see yourself reflected in this role and are excited about the impact you could make, we encourage you to apply! If you know someone who may be a great fit, please feel free to share this opportunity with your network.
Pay Range*: $90,000 - $150,000 or $114,000 - $184,000
This amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate’s experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.
