Secret Cyber Engineer

Post Date

Sep 19, 2025

Location

Aberdeen Proving Ground,
Maryland

ZIP/Postal Code

21005
US
Nov 24, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Software Engineering

Req #

BAL-070ad233-0710-4cec-a2c7-4ec8408fac50

Pay Rate

$52 - $66 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a Journeyman Cyber Engineer to join the team at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland

You will:
Lead and support teams solving complex problems in cybersecurity, electrical and mechanical engineering, and computer science. You’ll mentor junior engineers, manage projects, and explore new technologies, leveraging your current offensive cyber/ red team activity skills. You will work hands-on with advanced electronics, develop new techniques, and guide junior engineers in doing the same.

Compensation: $65.50

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Employees in this role will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one of employment, including options for medical, dental, and vision insurance. Eligibility to enroll in the 401(k) retirement plan begins after 90 days of employment. Additionally, employees in this role will have access to paid sick leave and other paid time off benefits as required under the applicable law of the worksite location.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

Active Secret clearance (TS/SCI preferred)
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science
5–7 years of experience in cybersecurity or related fields
Experience leading teams and mentoring others
Strong understanding of:

-Cryptography (how to protect data)
-Programming (Python, Java, or C)
-Using command-line tools like Linux
-Networking (IP addresses, Wi-Fi, internet protocols)
-APIs (how software systems talk to each other)
-Containers (like Docker)
-Hardware interfaces (USB, Ethernet, JTAG, etc.)

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

-Experience with penetration testing or threat hunting
-Experience with digital forensics tools such as (FTK, Autopsy, EnCase)
-Experience with binary analysis tools and techniques such as Ghidra
-Familiarity with Android OS and mobile device debugging techniques
-Experience with benchtop equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal/power analyzers, and multimeters
-Experience with SDRs (HackRF, Ettus, etc.) and GNURadio
-Experience soldering electronics and circuits
-Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks or Fusion360
-Familiarity with electrical circuits and circuit design
Experience with unmanned systems such as UAS, UGV, and USV

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.