Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

What We Do 

The CERT Cyber Mission Readiness (CMR) Modeling, Simulation, and Exercise (MSE) team aims to lower the cost and time required to iteratively develop, test, and evaluate new cybersecurity capabilities for improving cyber mission readiness. To achieve this, we develop and integrate innovative tools and processes to enable teams of cybersecurity professionals to exercise and assess the effectiveness of emerging human-machine-teaming capabilities. In doing so, MSE pioneers research and development efforts designed to counter cybersecurity threats to our nation. 

MSE develops solutions for improving cyber mission readiness. MSE partners with sponsors to identify and resolve gaps that challenge their ability to counter rapidly evolving adversary tactics in cyberspace. We achieve this by guiding teams of cyber operators through the test and evaluation of emerging technologies, while performing mission essential tasks within realistic, virtual environments. 

MSE's core strength is our supportive and highly collaborative culture. Our team recognizes the importance of our mission: to ensure that our nation’s cybersecurity workforce is the best in the world. We are looking for people of character who share our passion, love technology and teamwork, and who have a desire to teach, learn from, and collaborate with others. We provide numerous internal and external training and professional development opportunities for members of our team. We also learn from each other through cross-training and mentoring. 

Position Summary 

As a member of MSE, you will work with other team members to develop and deliver cybersecurity modeling, simulation, and exercise capabilities, programs, and software for US Government departments, agencies and associated organizations.  

Requirements: 

• BS in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or related discipline with 10-years of applicable work experience; OR MS in the same fields with 8-years of applicable work experience; OR PhD with 5-years of applicable experience; OR an equivalent combination of training or experience. 
• Willingness to travel to various locations in support of the SEI’s overall mission. This includes within the SEI and CMU community, sponsor sites, conferences, and offsite meetings on occasion. Moderate travel (15%). 
• You will be subject to a background check and must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance. 

Duties: 

• Interacting effectively with team members 
• Identifying and understanding customer problems/challenges 
• Collecting requirements and objectives 
• Producing creative and engaging scenario-based simulations 
• Building physical and virtualized network systems 
• Defining, creating, and maintaining solutions in support of government cyberspace responsibilities 
• Defining and solving challenging problems related to effective learning and human-machine teaming 
• Developing software and hardware prototypes 
• Leading and supervising direct reports; providing performance management, career guidance, and corrective actions as required 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

In MSE, we want you to learn new skills and technologies. In this position, you will potentially use the skills and technologies in the following list. Previous experience or exposure to these will be considered a plus. 

• Excellent oral and written communications 
• Understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals and best practices 
• Technical problem-solving, analytical and information organization 
• Network system design, building, maintenance and troubleshooting 
• Server and desktop platforms (e.g., Windows, Linux, MacOS, etc.) 
• Network administration (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, proxies, etc.) 
• Programming and website design (e.g., Angular, CSS, .NET Core, Python, R, C, C++, C#, Java, etc.) 
• Scripting (e.g., Bash, PowerShell, etc.) 
• Infrastructure-as-Code technologies (e.g., Packer, OpenToFu, Ansible, etc.) 
• DevOps technologies (e.g., Git, Docker, Helm, Kubernetes, etc.) 
• Virtualization and cloud technologies (e.g., VMWare ESX server, Microsoft Azure, Amazon AWS, etc.) 
• Security tools (e.g., Splunk, Security Onion, ELK stack, McAfee ePO/HIPS, ArcSight, etc.) 
• Penetration testing (e.g., Kali, Metasploit, Powershell Empire, etc.) 
• Artificial intelligence/machine learning/data science (e.g., large language models, ML.NET, pandas, scikit-learn, pytorch, tensorflow, R, etc.) 
• Learning analytics (e.g., curriculum design, knowledge and performance assessment, feedback, remediation, etc.) 
• Learning management systems (e.g., Moodle) 

Desired Experience: 

• Government/military service in positions involving information technology, cybersecurity, and management of large-scale government networks 

Benefits: 

Our benefits philosophy encompasses three driving priorities: Choice, Control, and Well-being. Learn more at https://www.cmu.edu/jobs/benefits-at-a-glance/. You can join an institution and inspire innovations that change the world. 

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits available to eligible employees.

Those employees who are benefits eligible have the opportunity to experience the full spectrum of advantages from comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance to an enticing retirement savings program offering a generous employer contribution. You can also unlock your potential with tuition benefits and take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays. Finally, rest easy knowing you are covered by life and accidental death and disability insurance. 

Other perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and so much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits that may be awaiting you, explore our Benefits page.

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond just credentials, we consider the role and responsibilities, your invaluable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We acknowledge and appreciate your unique skills and the diverse perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

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