PGS Worldwide is actively seeking a Remote Cybersecurity Engineer to support ongoing projects for an Aerospace leader. This is an initial 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity and I will respond immediately to all qualified candidates.
Job Description: We are seeking a
Principal Cybersecurity Engineer to design, prototype, and support enterprise-grade security infrastructure and applications. This position focuses on the full lifecycle of cybersecurity engineering-including architecture, development, implementation, and support of both commercial and open-source security tools. The ideal candidate brings a passion for cybersecurity, a proactive mindset, and the ability to operate independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced, evolving threat landscape.
This role is fully remote.
Key Responsibilities - Architect and design scalable enterprise security tools, including upgrades and replacements of existing infrastructure.
- Prototype and deploy commercial and open-source security solutions across Linux and other shell environments.
- Develop automation scripts to streamline operations and improve efficiency (e.g., Bash, Python, Perl, YAML).
- Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including compliance reports (DFARS), installation guides, configuration references, user tutorials, and system requirement specifications.
- Research and implement emerging security technologies to maintain a cutting-edge defense posture.
- Provide expert-level support for tools such as SIEMs, firewalls, WAFs, packet brokers, and IDS/IPS systems.
- Collaborate closely with the 24/7 Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) to respond to incidents and enhance operational effectiveness.
- Operate with minimal supervision while contributing effectively in a team-oriented engineering environment.
Requirements: - 14+ years with High School diploma
- 10+ years with Associate's degree
- 8+ years with Bachelor's degree
- 6+ years with Master's degree
- US Citizenship
- Security Engineering experience is required - not solely in vulnerability assessment, compliance, or management roles.
- Strong experience with enterprise-grade security tools (COTS and open source).
- Advanced Linux/Unix command-line proficiency.
- Deep understanding of networking protocols (SSL, TLS, DNS, TCP/IP, ARP, BGP, SMTP, SNMP, SSH, ICMP).
- Proven scripting expertise in Bash, Perl, Python, or YAML.
- Familiarity with cybersecurity engineering concepts, network architecture, and security infrastructure.
- Self-starter with strong initiative, troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently or collaboratively.
- Experience with at least some of the following: Splunk, Gigamon, Cisco Firepower, Imperva WAF, Corelight, RSA NetWitness, IDS/IPS, SIEM, firewalls.
Desired: - Hands-on experience with packet brokers (Gigamon), WAFs (Imperva), and next-gen firewalls (Cisco Firepower).
- Exposure to Corelight, RSA NetWitness, Snort, Zeek, Netsniff-NG, syslog-NG, MySQL.
- Splunk administration and development (dashboards, alerts, queries).
- Strong background with Linux operating systems and infrastructure-level scripting.
Job ID: 6991
Military veterans and transitioning military members are encouraged to apply to all PGS Worldwide positions. All of our jobs are military-friendly, and we work with leaders in Aerospace who rely on your military expertise to support mission-critical programs nationwide. As a
Veteran Founded company, we know that the military has given you the skills and training you need to succeed in positions like this, and we want to support your success in the civilian sector however we can.
We thank you for your service and humbly offer our own in return by helping you take your career to the next level.