
Cyber Security Project Engineer
Ardent Principles · Chantilly, VA, United States · Onsite
Mixed hiring record · median 11 days open
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Actively hiring
Posted 7 days ago · still listed on the employer's own board · How we score
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- Posted 7 days ago
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Cyber Security Project Engineer
Application Deadline
6 November 2026
Department
Data Analysis and Technology Services
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Chantilly, VA
Compensation
$130,000 - $260,000 / year
Description
REQUIRED
Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
LOCATION
Full-time onsite in Chantilly, VA
As a Cyber Security Project Engineer, you will work with network infrastructure, web technologies, security tools, and cyber data to identify risks, improve defenses, and support secure operations. Candidates should have experience with network protocols, traffic analysis, browser security, content delivery networks, and modern cybersecurity practices, along with the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to a variety of audiences.
Who We Are
We offer advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, staff augmentation, and IT program management.
Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence
We provide more than a position—we offer a workplace committed to excellence, integrity, and mission‑focused impact. Our mission is to act as a bridge between satisfied clients and fulfilled employees, ensuring that your job and well-being are our top priorities because your satisfaction leads to the success of our clients.
Join us as we continue building the future of secure, high‑impact solutions.
Key Responsibilities
In this challenging yet rewarding role, you are an integral part of what brings our Company's mission to life. You must have the following required skills, certifications and demonstrated experience in and/or with:
- Working in network and an understanding of network protocols and technologies.
- Managing online public or similar-type technology.
- Working with network hardware, software Systems, internet networking, and encryption protocols.
- Knowledge of how browsers interact with websites and browser security settings.
- Utilizing Content Delivery Networks and a significant understanding of how they interact with public services and websites.
- Using Tor and configuring and maintaining Tor Onion Services.
- Working with open and dark web security settings and tools to protect websites and their visitors.
- Experience analyzing cyber selector data, system logs, and network traffic.
- Conducting network and browser troubleshooting.
- Implementing security standards in anticipation of fast-paced change or operational tradecraft practices.
- Communicating or teaching complex technical topics to non-technical individuals.
- Effectively communicating with technical and non-technical stakeholders to balance requirements, performance, cost and security concerns when designing solutions to meet
customer requirements.
- Defining, analyzing, tracking, and reviewing requirements.
- Documenting network configurations, processes, and procedures.
Highly Desired Qualifications
Other skills, demonstrated experiences and certifications which are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work, include:
- Configuring Virtual Private Servers (VPS), Virtual Private
Networks (VPNs), and Virtual Private Clouds (VPC)
- Working with social media or commercial messaging applications
- Understanding of mobile technologies and applications
- Troubleshooting network connectivity and performance issues
- Working with network monitoring tools
- Scripting with Python
- Developing JavaScript/HTML/CSS web user interfaces
- Knowledge of technologies such as Cisco, Juniper, Forward
Networks, VMware, Solarwinds.
- IT certification in Linux, Microsoft or other network related fields
- IT Certification(s) Cisco CCNA; Cisco CCNP; Certified Information Systems Security Professional; Juniper J CIA - Enterprise / Service Provider Routing and Switching.
What We Offer You
SCHEDULE
This is a full-time position with consultants expected to be available and working onsite in Chantilly, VA during core hours.
Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and be part of a team dedicated to driving positive change through technology. Apply now with our easy 3-minute, mobile-friendly initial application process. Your future starts here!
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