Cybersecurity Chief Engineer - DoD Job at INNOVIM in Huntsville

Overview

Cybersecurity Chief Engineer - DoD at INNOVIM. INNOVIM Defense Services is seeking a Cybersecurity Chief Engineer to join our team supporting the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) program at the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). Our team designs and develops Enterprise IT and Mission Operations Technology solutions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to provide high impact, creative solutions to complex technical problems, work as part of a large team, and provide critical support and independent review of the work of teammates.

Location

Redstone Arsenal, AL and Schriever, SFB, CO

Position details

Position Closes: 10/8/25
Relocation Assistance: NONE

Responsibilities

• Cybersecurity Architecture & Strategy: Lead the development and execution of the organization's cybersecurity technical strategy, including defining secure system architectures, engineering processes, and security best practices across various platforms, potentially involving on-premises and cloud environments.
• Engineering Leadership & Mentorship: Lead and mentor cybersecurity engineering teams, fostering technical development, driving quality initiatives, and providing technical guidance on complex projects.
• Secure System Design & Implementation: Guide the design, selection, integration, and deployment of secure systems, potentially encompassing secure networking, computing, and information assurance architectures. Establish KPIs and metrics for security program effectiveness.
• Technical Expertise & Collaboration: Act as a cybersecurity subject matter expert, collaborating with internal teams, stakeholders, and external partners to ensure technical consistency, align with enterprise goals, and integrate new technologies securely. Guide organization through cybersecurity inspections and tests.
• Threat Intelligence & Risk Management: Monitor the threat landscape, analyze attack vectors, and assess vulnerabilities to proactively implement defense mechanisms and mitigation strategies, including MITRE ATT&CK.
• Compliance & Audit: Ensure adherence to industry standards, government regulations (eg, DoD RMF, NIST SP 800-160) and company policies, potentially including managing and verifying required documentation and audits.
• Innovation & Research: Explore opportunities to evaluate, implement, and manage cutting-edge security tools and technologies to stay ahead of the evolving cyber threat landscape.

Basic Requirements

• Associate’s degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field
• 8+ years of general full-time work experience (may be reduced with advanced education)
• 6+ years of directly related experience
• 2+ years in a management or leadership role
• Deep technical knowledge and strong understanding of security principles, networking, operating systems, and security technologies
• Experience with security frameworks and standards (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, DoD RMF)
• Proven experience with cloud security best practices and technologies
• Strong background in security architecture design and implementation
• Experience with secure system integration across complex environments
• Proven ability to identify and resolve complex security issues
• Strong analytical skills for threat assessment and risk evaluation
• Active CISSP certification or DoD 8570 IAT Level III Certification
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance or higher

Desired Requirements

• Experience with compliance and audit processes
• Familiarity with Missile Defense Agency and Missile Defense System
• Knowledge of emerging technologies (AI/ML security, IoT security, blockchain)
• Strong project management capabilities aligned with Agile practices

Compensation & Benefits

Position is expected to pay $180,000 annually, depending on experience, education, and relevant certifications. IDS offers competitive compensation packages, including comprehensive nationwide medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, matching 401k, and educational/training support.

Company & Roles

Seniority level: Director • Employment type: Full-time • Job function: Information Technology • Industries: Defense & Space