Intermediate Cybersecurity Automation & Assessment Engineer

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MITRE Technology and Engineering brings together technical expertise, applied research, and engineering to solve complex national challenges and turn emerging technologies into practical mission capabilities. Within MITRE’s Cyber Engineering division, the Security Automation and Cyber Assessments department helps sponsors understand cyber risk, evaluate security effectiveness, and strengthen critical systems. We combine security automation with hands-on cyber assessments to deliver actionable findings and scalable approaches to improving cybersecurity.

Through initiatives such as SAF, ECHO, and ACT, we develop tools and assessment methods that reduce manual effort, improve consistency, and help organizations respond to evolving threats. Our work connects cybersecurity innovation with practical engineering to help sponsors make informed security decisions and achieve their missions.

We are seeking an Intermediate Cybersecurity Assessment Engineer to contribute technical expertise across the department’s assessment and cyber engineering portfolios. As a core member of the technical team and a primary technical point of contact for sponsors, this engineer will conduct assessments, translate findings into actionable recommendations, and help develop and apply automation capabilities. The role combines hands-on engineering, sponsor engagement, and technical leadership to address complex cybersecurity challenges.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain automation tools and scripts using Python, PowerShell, Bash, or similar languages to improve assessment and operational workflows.
• Perform cybersecurity assessments, vulnerability analyses, and compliance evaluations across systems, applications, and networks.
• Design and implement automated data collection, validation, and reporting capabilities to improve assessment efficiency.
• Analyze logs and security events using SIEM and endpoint security tools to identify risks, anomalies, and opportunities for automation.
• Support vulnerability management by validating findings, prioritizing remediation efforts, and tracking corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate automation solutions and improve security processes.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, assessment reports, and standard operating procedures.
• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies, including AI-enabled automation and large language models (LLMs), to enhance assessment capabilities and operational effectiveness.

Basic Qualifications:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree with relevant experience who can immediately contribute at this job step; or equivalent combination of related education and work experience.
• Experience developing automation solutions using Python, PowerShell, Bash, or similar scripting languages to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual effort.
• Experience performing security assessments, vulnerability analysis, or compliance reviews using industry frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, or similar.
• Familiarity with SIEM and endpoint security platforms (e.g., Splunk, Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike, Sentinel, QRadar) for log analysis and incident investigation.
• Knowledge of enterprise networking concepts including TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, VLANs, and Windows/Linux administration.
• Experience documenting technical procedures, developing runbooks, and communicating technical findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues independently and collaboratively.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S Government issued Security Clearance. Per the U.S. Government’s eligibility requirements, you must be a U.S Citizen to be considered for a security clearance.
• This position requires a minimum of 3 days a week on-site.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5 years of experience conducting cybersecurity assessments, penetration testing, vulnerability analysis, or systems security engineering activities.
• Experience using cybersecurity assessment and testing tools such as Kali Linux, Burp Suite, Wireshark, Nessus, Nmap, or similar technologies.
• Experience supporting offensive and defensive cybersecurity operations, including vulnerability assessment and penetration testing activities.
• Experience securing, integrating, administering, or assessing enterprise IT environments, networks, cloud platforms, or mission systems.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity standards such as NIST RMF, MITRE ATT&CK, STIGs, or CIS Benchmarks.
• Relevant cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, GPEN, GCIA, GSEC, or comparable credentials.

This requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s): None This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s): Top Secret

Salary compensation range and midpoint:

$103,600 - $129,500 - $155,400 Annual

Work Location Type:

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