cybersecurity jobs in San Diego

The Cybersecurity Analyst will support security compliance, assessment, monitoring, and remediation for a Federal information system. Responsibilities include implementing and validating security controls, collecting evidence for assessments and audits, maintaining security documentation, reviewing vulnerability scans, monitoring security alerts, and preparing status reports.…See more The role requires a minimum of five years of cybersecurity or information assurance experience, a bachelor's degree, and an active CompTIA Security+ certification or higher. The analyst will coordinate with technical and program personnel to ensure cybersecurity actions are completed on schedule.

This Cybersecurity Manager role owns vulnerability and exposure management, leads penetration testing, threat hunting, and threat intelligence programs. The position integrates AI and machine learning into security operations to enhance threat detection and anomaly identification, manages security tools and incident response, and ensures the security of AI/ML systems across the enterprise.…See more The candidate will develop automation scripts and SOAR workflows, conduct forensic investigations, and drive continuous improvement in the security posture. Required qualifications include 5+ years of cybersecurity experience, a relevant bachelor's degree, and an industry-recognized certification (Security+, SSCP, CCNP Security, CISSP, or equivalent).

Qualcomm seeks a Software Security Engineer to develop security solutions across all software layers of device architecture, including user and kernel space. The role involves debugging in multiple software environments and on hardware, working closely with internal teams and potentially external customers.…See more You will need strong C programming skills with secure coding best practices, solid understanding of embedded hardware, drivers, OS concepts, and JTAG debugging. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 0–3 years of experience.

Design and implement security strategies for Abbott's cloud-based applications and medical devices, including hardening, incident response, penetration testing, and disaster recovery. Apply expertise in user authentication, certificate management, digital signatures, and cloud security architecture while ensuring compliance with ISO, FDA, and regulatory standards.…See more Leverage AI-assisted development tools and cybersecurity platforms to automate vulnerability analysis, evidence collection, and remediation tracking. Conduct hands-on web, mobile, and cloud infrastructure security testing using DAST, SAST, SCA, and vulnerability scanning tools, with demonstrated experience in product security and medical device environments preferred.

Prescient Edge seeks a Software Engineer III with 10+ years of professional software engineering experience to support a federal government client. The role involves researching, designing, and developing computer and network software; analyzing user needs to develop solutions; updating existing software capabilities; and integrating hardware and software systems across functional disciplines.…See more The engineer will apply modern software development methodologies (agile, DevOps/DevSecOps) and maintain databases within application areas. A Master's degree in a quantitative field and either Agile Developer or Certified Scrum Developer certification are required.

Software Engineer II will research, design, and develop computer and network software or specialized utility programs for a federal government client. The role involves analyzing user needs to develop software solutions, updating/enhancing existing software capabilities, and integrating hardware and software systems.…See more The engineer will work cross-functionally with project management, acquisition, logistics, and security teams, maintain databases, and apply modern software development methodologies including Agile and DevOps/DevSecOps. The position requires 3 years of professional software engineering experience, a Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (Computer Science, Engineering, etc.), and either Agile Developer or Certified Scrum Developer certification.

Design, build, and operate an enterprise Kubernetes platform at scale across Qualcomm, establishing organizational standards for cluster operations, GitOps workflows with Argo CD, and security policies using Kyverno and Cilium. Own platform reliability, observability (Datadog, Prometheus/Grafana), and cost efficiency while serving as technical authority for security governance and multi-cloud strategy.…See more Lead cross-organizational teams without direct authority, mentor staff engineers, drive technology evaluation across the CNCF landscape, and participate in on-call incident response including 24/7 coverage.

Lead enterprise Azure cloud platform strategy and operations for a financial services firm, overseeing compute, storage, networking, containers, and disaster recovery capabilities. Drive adoption of cloud-native architectures, managed services, and Azure AI/OpenAI to improve engineering productivity.…See more Manage cloud governance, security compliance, FinOps practices, and cost optimization across the organization. Serve as senior escalation point and strategic partner with Microsoft, using Jira and ServiceNow to coordinate delivery and service management.

Lead a team of security engineers responsible for deploying, integrating, optimizing, and managing enterprise cybersecurity platforms including SIEM (Splunk, Elasticsearch), XDR, EDR, email gateways, and vulnerability management across on-premises and cloud environments. Develop and execute cybersecurity tooling strategy aligned with business objectives, regulatory requirements (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI-DSS), and industry best practices.…See more Automate threat detection, response, compliance reporting, and operational workflows using Python, PowerShell, and Bash. Mentor security engineering teams while managing budgets, cross-functional partnerships, and executive reporting on security posture and tooling effectiveness.

Lead a comprehensive security architecture program for Logos Space's ground-based satellite terminals, with technical ownership of end-to-end security design across mmWave apertures, RF/baseband subsystems, and baseband hardware. Design and implement RF-related datalink security, secure wireless protocols, threat models, and secure provisioning workflows while ensuring compliance with FIPS and other cryptographic standards.…See more Mentor security engineers, oversee manufacturing security and chain-of-custody processes, and collaborate with hardware and RAN teams to integrate security controls. This is a hands-on role with potential to build a team, requiring 7–10 years of embedded security experience, proficiency in C/C++/Rust and Python, and deep knowledge of threat modeling, secure boot, firmware security, and anti-tampering mechanisms.

Senior Systems Engineer to architect, design, and maintain SolarWinds Orion Platform monitoring infrastructure supporting national defense missions at enterprise scale. The role requires 5+ years designing datacenter monitoring and automation solutions, 3+ years hands-on SolarWinds Orion experience, and 5+ years managing Windows Server infrastructure.…See more Responsibilities include integrating SolarWinds with Splunk, VMware, Windows Server, and Linux; troubleshooting performance issues; developing technical documentation; and serving as the SolarWinds subject-matter expert. On-site collaboration with government stakeholders required minimum 2 days/week in San Diego with occasional OCONUS travel.

Senior systems engineer to architect, design, implement, and maintain SolarWinds Orion Platform components (NPM, SAM, NCM, SRM, IPAM, WPM, NTA, VMAN) supporting US Navy infrastructure. Role requires 5+ years designing enterprise datacenter monitoring and automation solutions, 3+ years hands-on SolarWinds experience, and 5+ years Windows Server infrastructure management.…See more Responsibilities include integrating SolarWinds with Splunk, VMware, and cloud platforms; troubleshooting performance issues; developing technical documentation and SOPs; training operations teams; and serving as SolarWinds subject-matter expert. Position requires active Secret-level clearance, IAT Level II certification, on-site collaboration minimum 2 days/week, and potential OCONUS travel.

Network Systems Engineer responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise network infrastructure including routing, firewalls, wireless, and security solutions. The role requires 10+ years of network engineering experience and involves configuring HPE Aruba and Palo Alto systems, managing routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), implementing NAC and Zero-Trust architectures, and collaborating with cloud engineering teams and customer stakeholders.…See more Must hold an active Secret clearance and one of six specified security certifications (Security+, CySA+, CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP).

Senior Infrastructure & Security Engineer responsible for administering and securing Microsoft 365, Azure, and Entra ID environments, including identity controls, conditional access, and MFA enforcement. The role encompasses data protection through DLP policies and Microsoft Purview, endpoint security via CrowdStrike, Windows Server and Active Directory infrastructure, virtualization (VMware, Azure), backup/disaster recovery, and establishing governance standards for AI platforms.…See more Requires 7+ years of progressive IT infrastructure and security experience with strong expertise in Microsoft cloud services, identity management, and enterprise networking.

The IT Cybersecurity Specialist will architect and implement ServiceNow security controls aligned with DoD cybersecurity requirements, including Role-Based Access Controls, Data Policies, and Edge Encryption. The role requires developing and maintaining RMF/ATO documentation, mapping configurations to NIST SP 800-53/800-171/172 and DoD IL4/IL5 controls, and managing Plans of Action and Milestones for vulnerability remediation.…See more The candidate will conduct continuous monitoring activities, compliance checks, and security assessments to maintain the Blue List platform's Authority to Operate and ensure alignment with DoD Zero Trust Strategy and CUI protection requirements.

Design and develop security strategies for Abbott's cloud-based medical devices and applications, including hardening, incident response, penetration testing, and disaster recovery. Apply expertise in user authentication, certificate management, digital signatures, and cloud security architecture while ensuring compliance with ISO, FDA, and regulatory standards.…See more Conduct web, mobile, and cloud infrastructure security testing using DAST, SAST, SCA, and vulnerability scanning tools. Leverage AI-assisted development and cybersecurity tools—including building agentic AI applications—to automate security deliverables, with responsibility for evaluating AI tools for safe, policy-compliant use and mitigating AI/LLM-specific risks.

Design, develop, and maintain full-stack web applications across the Microsoft .NET stack (C#, ASP.NET, .NET Framework/Core) with React front ends and SQL Server data layers, operating within a DevSecOps pipeline using Azure DevOps. Modernize legacy Microsoft applications, manage CI/CD workflows, support AWS GovCloud migration, and participate in Agile delivery while coordinating with government technical leads and security teams.…See more Requires 8+ years of full-stack web software engineering and 5+ years of DevSecOps experience with Azure DevOps, C#/.NET, JavaScript, React, SQL Server, and related Microsoft technologies. Must hold an active Secret clearance and DoD 8570/8140-compliant baseline certification such as CompTIA Security+.

Lead detection operations, incident response, and security operations maturation for a growing security team. Operate SIEM/XDR across endpoint, cloud, identity, network, and SaaS telemetry; conduct complex investigations; tune detections; and drive root-cause analysis and post-incident improvements.…See more Require 6+ years of hands-on security operations, detection engineering, or incident response experience with deep proficiency in SIEM/XDR query languages, EDR platforms, scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash), and MITRE ATT&CK framework application. Mentor analysts, define playbooks and runbooks, lead threat hunts, and own SecOps metrics and operational-readiness reporting.

Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise Windows Server infrastructure with expertise in Active Directory, authentication systems (Kerberos, RADIUS, PKI), and DoD-compliant hardening (STIGs, CIS, Zero Trust). Develop Infrastructure-as-Code automation using PowerShell, Python, and Ansible across Windows and Linux environments, manage SCCM/MECM patch deployment and WSUS, and architect virtualized environments on KVM and EC2.…See more Mentor engineering teams on system integration, security, and cross-domain interoperability, and collaborate with cybersecurity, network, and Linux teams to solve complex enterprise deployment challenges.

The Cybersecurity Engineer II will design, engineer, and deploy cybersecurity and network defense solutions across complex DoD environments, with hands-on responsibility for SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and vulnerability management platforms. The role involves configuring Splunk Enterprise, conducting network and security analysis with tools like Wireshark and Tenable, and leveraging automation and APIs to improve security operations.…See more The engineer will support DoD Computer Network Defense requirements, integrate solutions across Windows, Linux, and network infrastructure, and collaborate with government and vendor teams throughout acquisition, testing, and deployment. The position requires 5–7+ years of hands-on cybersecurity and network defense experience, a Bachelor's degree in a related technical field, and an active U.S. national security clearance.

SAIC seeks a mid-level Network Engineer to provide break/fix IT support for Navy afloat networks aboard U.S. Navy ships in San Diego.…See more The role involves troubleshooting LAN issues, performing root cause analysis, administering Cisco switches/routers and Windows/Linux servers, and collaborating with Active Duty personnel and government staff to maintain systems such as ADNS, ISNS, CANES, FSW, and CENTRIXS. The engineer must hold an active Secret clearance, be able to obtain TS/SCI, and possess DoD IAT Level II certification plus a relevant operating-system certification (CCNA, Microsoft Server Hybrid Administrator Associate, Linux+, or equivalent). Travel within the U.S. and internationally (~25%) and occasional after-hours support are required.

SAIC seeks a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer to design, implement, and maintain secure identity, cryptographic, and network infrastructure for classified Navy DoD systems. The role involves planning and executing penetration tests and red team exercises against classified systems, performing network traffic analysis with Wireshark, architecting air-gap systems and data diodes, hardening IT and virtualized environments, and conducting vulnerability assessments aligned with DISA STIGs and DoD standards.…See more Required: 9+ years cybersecurity engineering, 5+ years hands-on experience in classified/high-security environments, proven penetration testing and red team experience, and deep knowledge of DoD/IC security frameworks (NIST RMF, DISA STIG, DoD CC SRG). Must hold an active TS/SCI clearance and be a U.S. citizen.

Full-stack engineer developing and maintaining web applications across the Microsoft .NET stack (C#, ASP.NET, .NET Framework/Core) and React front ends, with SQL Server data integration, operating within a DevSecOps pipeline using Azure DevOps. The role includes modernizing legacy applications, migrating workloads to AWS GovCloud, and supporting secure CI/CD workflows.…See more Requires 8+ years in full-stack web software engineering, 5+ years in DevSecOps (Azure DevOps, TFS), and proficiency across C#, .NET, JavaScript, React, SQL Server, HTML, and CSS. Requires active Secret clearance and DoD 8570/8140-compliant baseline certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+).

MITRE is recruiting computer science and software engineering interns to gain hands-on experience across multiple technical areas including front-end/back-end/full-stack development, AI/ML, cybersecurity software development, DevSecOps, mobile computing, embedded systems, IoT, UX/UI, modeling and simulation, model-based engineering, and virtual reality. Interns must be full-time students in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related disciplines with foundational knowledge of CS/SE methodologies, frameworks, tools, and programming languages.…See more The role involves collaborating with teams of experts to apply academic knowledge in a real-world, public-interest R&D environment.

This Cybersecurity Engineer II role involves designing, engineering, integrating, testing, and deploying cybersecurity and network defense solutions across complex DoD environments. The position requires planning and executing National Security and Cybersecurity assessments, configuring enterprise tools such as Splunk Enterprise, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and vulnerability management platforms, and conducting network and security analysis using tools like Wireshark and Tenable.…See more The engineer will leverage automation, scripting, APIs, and generative AI to improve cybersecurity operations while supporting the full acquisition, integration, deployment, and sustainment lifecycle for DoD Computer Network Defense requirements.