Cybersecurity Engineer

Carnegie Mellon University

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Work type: On-site
Location: Pittsburgh, PAArlington, VA
Posted: 2 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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About Carnegie Mellon University

Carnegie Mellon University is a leading private research university in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, internationally recognized for programs in computer science, engineering, business, the arts, and artificial intelligence. Industry: Higher Education & Research

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Join the Cyber Risk and Resilience Directorate as a mid to senior-level Cybersecurity Engineer, collaborating with government, academia, and industry leaders to enhance national security and economic stability. You will support the Cybersecurity Assurance Team by developing frameworks, models, tools, policies, and training to measure and improve operational resilience against cyber threats, including those posed by emerging technologies like AI. Your daily tasks include consulting with mission partners, standardizing cybersecurity assessments, and deploying innovative solutions while fostering knowledge transfer within the broader community. Ideal candidates possess extensive experience in managing information security risks, implementing technology controls, and conducting audits, alongside familiarity with standards such as NIST CSF and ISO 27000 series. Strong communication skills are essential for leading diverse teams and engaging with stakeholders across various environments.

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NIST CSF ISO 27000 CMMI CISSP CISM CISA PMP AWS Azure GCP Kubernetes Terraform Python Java PostgreSQL MongoDB Git Jira Confluence Docker CI/CD

What you'll do

Lead customer engagements and represent the Cybersecurity Assurance Team to mission partners.
Contribute to cybersecurity projects aimed at advancing industry standards and practices.
Engage with research communities by presenting the team’s work through publications and presentations.
Develop and employ security measurement approaches for assessing cybersecurity risks.
Mentor less-experienced team members in cybersecurity and resilience methodologies.

What we're looking for

8+ years of experience in information security risk management and control implementation.
Proven ability to lead technical projects and multidisciplinary teams.
Experience with cybersecurity standards such as NIST CSF, ISO 27000 series, and critical infrastructure protection concepts.
Strong communication skills for collaborating with diverse stakeholders at all levels.
Willingness to travel up to 35% for customer engagements and conferences.
Active Department of Defense security clearance or ability to obtain one.

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