cybersecurity jobs in San Diego

Sr. Principal Computer Systems Architect supporting Mission Systems N-OSSM development programs, responsible for designing and defining system architectures for complex heterogeneous networks spanning Linux, Windows, and VMware environments.…See more The role focuses on infrastructure design, hardware/software installation and upgrades, system hardening, scripting automation, monitoring, troubleshooting, and security support for software development and test automation teams. Requires 8+ years of experience with deep Linux/Red Hat expertise, LDAP, DNS, Splunk, system hardening, STIGs compliance, and scripting in Bash, Ansible, and Python. Must be US Citizen able to obtain Secret clearance and work full-time on-site at San Diego campus.

Senior Cybersecurity Engineer applying cybersecurity principles throughout system lifecycles to identify and reduce cyber risk. Responsibilities include building and applying threat models (STRIDE, PASTA, attack trees), analyzing complex systems and architectures from a security perspective, identifying vulnerabilities and weaknesses, evaluating defensive technologies, and translating findings into actionable recommendations.…See more Requires 7+ years of industry experience, deep knowledge of cybersecurity engineering, system/network security, vulnerability analysis, and cyber risk management, plus an active DoD Secret Clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI.

The IT Manager will lead all IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance operations for a healthcare organization. Key responsibilities include designing and maintaining secure cloud, network, and endpoint systems; serving as the HIPAA compliance authority; establishing incident response procedures; managing vendor and third-party risk; and providing executive advisory on technology strategy and risk.…See more The role demands extensive IT/cybersecurity leadership experience, deep HIPAA and healthcare data-protection expertise, and the ability to build compliance frameworks and security controls from the ground up.

The ideal DevSecOps Engineer will develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI, build reusable pipeline components, and troubleshoot issues across the entire release process from source code through infrastructure and deployment. The role requires hands-on experience with GitLab CI, Microsoft Azure (including networking and virtualization), Infrastructure as Code (Bicep/Terraform), Linux, and Git-based workflows, with the ability to move fluidly between these areas to diagnose and resolve deployment failures.…See more Candidates must have 4+ years of relevant DevSecOps, DevOps, software development, or infrastructure automation experience, plus CompTIA Security+ and Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) certifications. The role is within a DoD or highly regulated environment and requires the ability to obtain an active TS/SCI security clearance.

SPA seeks a Software Engineer to develop warfare simulations using the Naval Simulation System (NSS) and related modeling and simulation tools. The role involves collaborating with senior developers on algorithm development, integration, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation, with a focus on the MesaVision initiative.…See more Candidates must hold a B.S. in Computer Science or related field with 1–2 years of C++ development experience and basic Java proficiency, strong object-oriented programming skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

As a DevSecOps Engineer II, you will design and implement automation solutions for secure software delivery across multiple environments, managing CI/CD pipelines, cloud and on-premises infrastructure, and integrating security best practices throughout the development lifecycle. You'll perform OS and data platform deployments, configure security features at classified levels, and collaborate with application teams on integration and testing.…See more The role requires 5+ years of DevOps/DevSecOps experience, proficiency with CI/CD tools (Ansible, ArgoCD, GitLab, Helm, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Azure DevOps), and expertise in configuration management, application lifecycle management, and cybersecurity. You must hold or be eligible for a Secret-level security clearance and obtain Security+ and Linux+ certifications within 120 days.

Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines supporting containerized and VM-based deployments in secure DoD environments. Design automated build, test, and deployment workflows; integrate security and compliance checks; manage artifacts and versioning; and support DevSecOps practices across development and integration environments.…See more Work with developers and platform engineers to improve automation reliability and troubleshoot deployment issues.

Lead the design and implementation of advanced security capabilities within Microsoft Azure Government, with responsibility for Azure security architecture, Microsoft Sentinel, Defender, Azure Policy, identity, logging, DevSecOps, and Infrastructure as Code. Guide a small engineering team through technical workstreams that strengthen cloud security, modernize cyber operations, improve security telemetry, and advance continuous security assurance aligned with federal requirements.…See more Move fluidly between architecture and hands-on engineering to drive work from concept through operational adoption, including identifying configuration drift, automating response, and creating measurable evidence of security control effectiveness. Modernize security data and logging architectures to optimize telemetry collection and maintain visibility against sophisticated threats.

Cybersecurity Engineer I supporting Assessment & Authorization accreditation efforts under the NIWC PAC contract. Responsibilities include maintaining cybersecurity monitoring operations, conducting vulnerability assessments, performing incident triage, developing A&A documentation (SSP, SAP, SAR), managing POA&Ms, and adhering to Risk Management Framework and eMASS scheduled tasking cycles including STIG checks and ATO/ATC processes.…See more Requires a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field, 1+ years of relevant experience, and IAT II certification (CySA+, Security+, CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP).

Senior Cybersecurity Engineer supporting Navy and DoD mission systems. The role involves applying cybersecurity engineering principles across the system lifecycle—building threat models (STRIDE, PASTA, attack trees), analyzing complex systems and networks for vulnerabilities, assessing cyber risk and mission impact, and translating findings into actionable engineering recommendations.…See more Requires 7+ years of industry experience, a Bachelor's in a technical field (Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related), demonstrated threat-modeling expertise, and DoD 8570.01 IAM/IAT/IASAE certification.

The Agile and Jira Scheduler will create and maintain a comprehensive program schedule that bridges Agile development activity with executive reporting and program governance. The role requires regularly extracting data from JIRA tickets, updating Microsoft Project schedules to mirror real-time CI/CD and DevSecOps workflows, performing critical path and schedule risk analysis, and coordinating resource planning across geographically dispersed engineering, operations, and logistics teams.…See more The scheduler will also support multi-service experimentation planning, identify cost and schedule risks, and develop earned value metrics aligned with government best practices (GAO-16-89G). This is a senior-level position requiring 18+ years of experience (or 10+ with a master's degree) and demonstrated expertise in both program management office operations and hands-on JIRA-to-Project schedule synchronization.

As an Information System Security Officer (ISSO), you will support Information Assurance and cybersecurity activities for cloud-based and classified DoD systems, with primary focus on Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Assessment & Authorization (A&A) processes to achieve Authority to Operate (ATO) approvals. You will prepare and maintain cybersecurity documentation, evaluate security solutions for compliance with DoD requirements, support security control implementation and assessment, and monitor operational security posture.…See more You will collaborate across engineering, cybersecurity, test & evaluation, and customer teams to resolve security issues and maintain authorization requirements. The role requires 3+ years of industry experience, working knowledge of RMF/DIACAP, IAT/IAM Level I certification (such as Security+), and an active DoD Secret Clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI.

Senior IT Cyber Security Specialist responsible for enterprise vulnerability scanning, system hardening, and patch management using tools like Nessus and HBSS. Administers security technologies including SIEM platforms, firewalls, endpoint protection, and VPNs while investigating security incidents and performing root cause analysis.…See more Requires 7+ years of progressive IT/cybersecurity experience in DoD or defense contractor environments, with strong Linux administration and Bash scripting skills. Must hold DoD 8570.1-M IAM Level III certification (CISSP, CISM, or GSLC) and maintain compliance with NIST SP 800-171, CMMC Level 2, and DISA STIGs.

Noblis MSD seeks Systems Administrators to administer Navy tactical network systems (workstations, file servers, web servers) aboard ships and shore facilities, providing 24x7 on-call support. Responsibilities include installing hardware/software, managing network accounts and security, troubleshooting firewalls and intrusion detection, and training staff.…See more Candidates must hold an active DoD Secret clearance (TS/SCI for SCI Networks work), comply with Cyber Workforce certification requirements, and be willing to deploy aboard U.S. Navy ships worldwide with rotating shift availability.

Principal System Architect responsible for designing and maintaining a complex enterprise automation ecosystem spanning RPA, Machine Learning, and GenAI across multiple business units. The role requires architecting data pipelines integrating diverse systems (SAP, ERP, QMS, PLM tools like Windchill), leading automated workflow solutions (ECPs, QA defect prediction, EVMS reporting), and ensuring end-to-end cybersecurity compliance with DoD standards, CMMC, and Zero Trust architectures.…See more This is a senior technical leadership position requiring 14+ years of IT system architecture experience, deep expertise in intelligent automation and ML/AI, and the ability to mentor teams and present technical strategies to executive stakeholders.

Design, develop, integrate, and maintain IT systems and software components supporting Navy enterprise networks (PMW160/NIWC Pacific). Responsibilities include system automation using Ansible, PowerShell, and Python; hardware/software integration across Windows and Linux virtual infrastructures; DoD cybersecurity compliance (STIG, RMF); troubleshooting in lab and deployed environments; and supporting production installation and testing events.…See more Requires 4–7 years of IT systems experience, Security+ or CISSP plus an OS certification, and ability to obtain a Secret clearance or higher.

Full Stack Software Engineer with 3+ years of experience designing, developing, and maintaining complex cloud-based software applications for government aerospace/defense missions. The role requires strong hands-on expertise in Java, TypeScript, Spring Boot, and React, with responsibilities spanning backend API development, frontend web applications, system integration, testing, and technical documentation.…See more Must hold active TS/SCI clearance and U.S. citizenship.

Senior Developer leading cloud migration and DevSecOps modernization at a federal IT organization. You will architect and implement containerized workloads (Docker/Kubernetes), establish technical standards, mentor cross-functional teams, and manage the full lifecycle of systems built on Java, Spring Boot, Vue.js, PostgreSQL, and Azure.…See more Requires 7+ years of software engineering, DevOps, or data systems experience, a Bachelor's degree, and ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.

Senior Developer at NAVFAC leading cloud migration and DevSecOps modernization initiatives. You will architect and modernize legacy systems, integrate automated security testing (SAST/DAST) early in development, deploy and manage containerized workloads with Docker/Kubernetes, and mentor cross-functional software development teams.…See more The role requires 7+ years of software engineering, DevOps, or data systems experience, with expertise across Java, Spring Boot, Vue.js, PostgreSQL, Azure, and GitLab CI in an Agile environment.

Cloud Engineering Manager leading enterprise cloud infrastructure teams at a credit union, requiring 9+ years of progressive cloud engineering experience with hands-on expertise in Azure, CI/CD, containerization, and infrastructure-as-code. The role combines deep technical work—architecture, troubleshooting, AKS management, database engineering, identity/access management, and cloud security—with team leadership, mentoring, and operational oversight of digital banking services.…See more Must demonstrate proficiency across Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, monitoring (Datadog), and financial-industry compliance standards while driving DevOps automation and cost optimization.

Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable enterprise applications with full-stack capabilities across front-end (Angular, TypeScript, Material UI) and back-end (Java, Spring Boot, REST/SOAP APIs). Build responsive user interfaces, develop complex database solutions using SQL and NoSQL, deploy AWS-based services with CI/CD pipelines, and support application modernization efforts including AngularJS-to-Angular migration.…See more Requires 8+ years of enterprise IT experience and hands-on proficiency across the full development lifecycle.

Software Systems Integration SME responsible for designing, developing, integrating, and sustaining resilient software applications in complex, mission-critical environments. Will provide senior technical leadership, mentor engineering teams, and coordinate across multidisciplinary groups to solve integration challenges across distributed systems, microservices architectures, and modern cloud platforms.…See more Expected to support DevSecOps and Agile practices, analyze system workflows and data flows, and translate complex technical topics for engineering, program, and operational leadership. Experience required in software architecture, requirements-driven design, software development lifecycle, and system interfaces.

Lead information security engineer responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive security architectures across ICW Group's IT and business technology infrastructure. Will conduct risk assessments, penetration tests, and security compliance reviews; partner with systems engineering and project management teams to ensure secure design throughout the development lifecycle; and lead remediation strategies for identified vulnerabilities.…See more Requires 10+ years of security engineering experience, AWS cloud security expertise (3–5 years preferred), and hands-on proficiency with IDS/IPS, firewalls, SIEM, forensics tools, and endpoint security solutions.

Senior technical leader responsible for integrating AI/ML systems into secure, scalable DoD-compliant environments. Will architect AI system deployments, establish DevSecOps practices, ensure compliance with RMF/NIST 800-53/DISA STIG standards, and provide technical guidance across engineering teams.…See more Requires deep expertise in AI/ML production systems, containerization, CI/CD, and cybersecurity controls, with hands-on experience in Python, Kubernetes, and modern infrastructure tooling.

Junior DevSecOps engineer supporting U.S. Navy modernization efforts, responsible for designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, automating infrastructure, and supporting containerized platforms in secure environments.…See more The role involves working with software and cyber engineers to solve delivery problems and adapting to different program needs across diverse technical stacks. Requires minimum 2 years' experience (or equivalent with advanced degree), strong Kubernetes expertise, Secret clearance or ability to obtain one, and CompTI Security+ certification. Must be hands-on with containerization, container orchestration, CI/CD automation, infrastructure-as-code, Linux systems, and scripting.