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Cyber Security Engineer - SME

Job in O'Fallon, St. Clair County, Illinois, 62269, USA
Listing for: CACI
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-12-05
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Cybersecurity, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Cyber Security Engineer - SMEJob Category:
Engineering Time Type:
Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
Secret Employee Type:
Regular Percentage of

Travel Required:

Up to 10%
Type of Travel:
Continental US* * *

The Opportunity:

Are you ready to revolutionize financial auditability and transportation logistics ? We're seeking a successful, experienced Cyber Engineer S ubject Matter Expert (S ME ) to join our team in implementing a cutting-edge software system that will transform how USTRANSCOM manage s finances and supply chains.

If you're passionate about leveraging technology to streamline operations and enhance transparency, this is your chance to make a significant impact. Join us in building the future of financial and logistical management .

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the primary authority on cybersecurity, analyzing advanced requirements, technologies, risks, and issues

  • Design and architect innovative security solutions, defenses, and mitigation approaches

  • Provide expert-level independent assessments and identify critical security vulnerabilities with strategic recommendations

  • Lead and enhance enterprise-wide Incident Response and Risk and Vulnerability Assessment programs

  • Spearhead and coordinate the development of complex information technology systems and applications

  • Apply and innovate business process improvement practices to engineer cutting-edge methodologies and principles

  • Evaluate emerging hardware and software technologies, establishing enterprise-wide standards for information systems procedures

  • Lead strategic systems planning, performance management, and capacity planning initiatives

  • Oversee advanced testing, validation, and benchmarking of security systems and processes

  • Drive innovation in information engineering and systems engineering plans

  • Mentor senior team members and develop the next generation of cybersecurity leaders

Qualifications:



Required:

  • Master's degree in Computer Science , Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field

  • Secret security clearance, or US citizen with ability to pass T-1 background investigation upon hire

  • 12+ years of extensive experience in cybersecurity leadership roles (equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree)

  • Recognized expert-level knowledge of cybersecurity principles, practices, and emerging technologies

  • Advanced proficiency in multiple security tools, frameworks, and methodologies

  • Proven track record of leading large-scale cybersecurity initiatives and incident response teams

  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and guide at the executive level

  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities

  • Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences including C-level executives

Desired :

  • Secret security clearance

  • Ph.D. in a relevant field
    • Executive-level cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP-ISSAP, CISM, GIAC GSE)

  • Experience with AI/ML applications in cybersecurity

  • Knowledge of federal cybersecurity regulations and compliance requirements

  • Published research or books in the field of cybersecurity

  • Speaking engagements at major industry conferences

  • Experience in shaping cybersecurity policies and standards at the national level

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What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new…

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