Cyber Security Systems Engineer III
Amentum· Defense & Space· Jul 14, 2026 · 4mo agoPosted 105 days ago
Chantilly, VA
In office
Full-time
Mid
$220K–$225K
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Open since July 14, 2026 — 105 days, and still accepting applications.
Job description
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Information System Security Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will bring extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in cybersecurity engineering, risk management frameworks, and secure software development lifecycle management. This role involves leading and managing accreditation efforts, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the highest standards of information security across our applications and systems.
Compensation Details:
$220,000 - $225,000
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
07/14/2026 - Until Filled Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters .
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