Security Engineer

Quick Position Facts!

Location:

San Diego, CA at our wonderful G2 Ops office and customer site.

Work Setting:
In person, some remote opportunity, and/or flexible working hours, not a fully remote position.

Salary Range: $100,000 + based on experience and qualifications plus comprehensive benefits package.

Years of Industry

Experience:

2+ years of relevant experience.

Security Clearance Requirement:
Must be able to obtain and maintain Active DoD TS/SCI Clearance.

For this opportunity, we are seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented Security Engineer. This exciting position will have the chance to work on just about any aspect there is as it pertains to security engineering and information assurance.

What does this mean to you? We are seeking expertise in:

• Utilizing Information Assurance tools such as DISA Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) and Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)
• Supporting all aspects of Program Information Assurance (IA) processes, tailored to certification and accreditation requirements
• Applying Cyber Security principles across engineering, test and evaluation (T&E), and security assessment activities
• Performing duties associated with Certification & Accreditation (C&A) and/or Assessment & Authorization (A&A) processes, including Security Control Assessor (SCA) functions
• Demonstrating working knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and/or prior experience with DIACAP
• Interpreting and applying security policies and guidance to prepare and maintain compliance artifacts and traceability documentation for Authority to Operate (ATO) requirements
• Evaluating security solutions to ensure compliance with security requirements for systems processing up to classified information

Pay, benefits, training, work satisfaction, culture? At G2 Ops, you can have it all. We offer competitive pay and benefits, but what truly sets us apart is our collaborative culture. You’re never just a payroll number or a cog in the machine; you’re part of a team that ensures every member is set up for success. Our team approach allows for cross-training in other areas of interest.

The annual salary range for this position is $90,000 and goes up, based on your qualifications. We also offer a competitive benefits package and fringe benefits offered throughout the year. The benefits package value ranges from $13,000 for a single employee, up to $28,000 for an employee and their family. With annual performance reviews and recognition awards, your performance will be rewarded and appreciated.

At G2 Ops, we don’t just talk about AI—we use it. Our recent company-wide AI usage survey shows over 75% of our team is actively engaging with AI tools, making us a leader in real-world adoption among engineering, cybersecurity, and defense firms. We are launching the next phase: AI playbooks, secure tooling aligned with government security protocols, and real-time support for hands-on use across all departments.

You’ll help define how AI is applied in real mission environments.

Want to work where AI isn’t hype, but habit? Join us.

We offer a flexible schedule to meet the needs of our team members and customers. Due to the classification level of the projects we support as a Defense Contractor, we cannot offer fully remote opportunities at this time. You will have a desk at our G2 Ops office, with the possibility to work at a military site directly with our customers.

Teleworking is allowed with prior approval; you may be required to work at a government site as well.

We’ve created a collaborative, exciting office culture and want you to join the team.

As we are working for the DoD, the ideal candidate would already possess an active DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance.

Quick Reminder
, we are seeking a full-time team member; outside employment must not conflict with the Company’s interests.

Congratulations, you made it to the end of this job posting! We look forward to learning more about you!

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