Piper Companies is seeking an experienced Information Security Engineer to take a holistic, system-of-systems approach to enhancing and aligning cybersecurity, information assurance, and information management efforts across PEO C3N. This role is fully onsite located in Aberdeen, Maryland.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE INFORMATION SECURITY ENGINEER:

• Cybersecurity Engineering Development and System Support:
• Deliver systems engineering and analytical support to the C5 community, ensuring compliance with AR 25-2 and related Department of the Army guidance to maintain the security and reliability of Mission Command and Communications systems.
• Conduct specialized C5ISR engineering assessments focused on cybersecurity integration, providing expert advice to government stakeholders on technical risks that could impact digital force objectives.
• Support may include engineering and development for communications security, as well as contributions to joint and external programs. Areas of expertise may involve encryption, secure communications (COMSEC/TEMPEST), satellite and mobile network security, tactical internet protection, and cross-domain solutions.
• Information Management Support:
• Offer technical support for desktop hardware and software, ensuring compatibility and integration with standard office automation tools.
• Responsibilities may include identifying hardware/software requirements, software installation, troubleshooting application issues, applying security patches, and diagnosing network problems.
• Maintain an approved inventory system to track 100% of accountable equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS OF THE INFORMATION SECURITY ENGINEER:

• 10+ years of experience in TCP/IP networking, information security, and managing security for Windows and Linux environments.
• Strong understanding of government cybersecurity policies and familiarity with tools such as endpoint protection, SIEM systems, PKI, and auditing technologies used in DoD networks.
• Proven ability to conduct security engineering assessments across various systems and contribute to the development of cybersecurity strategies, architectures, and implementation plans for PEO C3N.
• Experience in enforcing security policies, evaluating cybersecurity tools, and supporting their deployment.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Java, or PowerShell.
• Must hold an IAT Level II certification.
• Top Secret clearance is required.
• A Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a closely related technical field.

Please refer the Job description for details