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# Mid-Senior Cybersecurity Engineer / Project Manager at Computer World Services

- **Company:** Computer World Services
- **Location:** Linthicum, MD
- **Compensation:** $170k–$250k
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2025-11-25
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/cwsc/38d7699a-2d6b-4d6b-acfb-40b56f5d7496

## Job description

The Mid-Senior Cybersecurity Engineer / Project Manager serves as both a technical lead and program execution manager for the DoD Cyber Crime Center (DC3) Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) Professional Support Services contract. This role combines hands-on cybersecurity systems engineering with project leadership and contract management, ensuring all technical and programmatic tasks are executed in accordance with DC3 mission requirements, Department of Defense (DoD) standards, and contract performance objectives. The position leads a multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for developing, integrating, securing, and sustaining advanced cyber capabilities that support Air Force and DoD Cyber Operations (Cyber Ops) worldwide.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Contract and Project Management Leadership

- Serve as the primary on-site Project Manager (PM), leading a team of cybersecurity engineers and analysts in executing all PWS tasks.
- Develop, maintain, and monitor project plans, schedules, milestones, and deliverables; ensure alignment with contract performance metrics and mission priorities.
- Conduct resource allocation, budget tracking, and risk management to ensure cost, schedule, and technical performance are achieved.
- Coordinate with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), Program Manager, and DC3 leadership to provide status updates, risk assessments, and corrective action plans.
- Lead kickoff, status, and technical exchange meetings; ensure required reports (Monthly Status Reports, Trip Reports, Final Reports) are delivered accurately and on time.
- Maintain accountability for team staffing, turnover control, and quality performance under the PWS.
- Mentor and guide team members, fostering collaboration and ensuring consistent application of quality and cybersecurity best practices.

1. Cyber Systems Engineering and Technical Analysis

- Provide technical oversight and subject matter expertise for engineering activities related to sustainment, modernization, and integration of DC3 enterprise systems.
- Conduct feasibility studies, analyses of alternatives, and technical trade studies to inform system design and modernization efforts.
- Oversee Change and Release Management processes, ensuring updates follow approved DoD system engineering and agile principles (SAFE Agile, PMBOK).
- Lead integration and sustainment engineering, ensuring cyber systems meet reliability, maintainability, and affordability goals.
- Develop architecture recommendations that support evolving Air Force Cyber and Cyber LE/CI missions.

1. Cyber Operations and Intelligence Analysis

- Direct the team’s analytic support to DC3’s cyber operations, including intelligence analysis, collection management, and production support.
- Integrate technical intelligence with operational cyber data to produce actionable assessments for decision makers.
- Develop analytical products ranging from 'quick looks' to in-depth intelligence assessments on emerging cyber threats and technologies.

1. Research & Development (R&D) Technical Support

- Oversee R&D efforts related to new cyber and multi-domain capabilities.
- Coordinate Developmental and Operational Test & Evaluation (DT&E/OT&E) activities.
- Evaluate technology insertions, manage trade studies, and guide prototype demonstrations to inform capability transitions to operations.

1. Quality Assurance and Process Improvement

- Implement and maintain a Quality Control Plan (QCP) to ensure compliance with contract and DC3 quality standards.
- Lead continuous process improvement and transition planning initiatives, optimizing technical performance, affordability, and lifecycle sustainment.
- Ensure all products and services meet DC3’s 95% performance threshold for timeliness and accuracy.

Education & Experience

- Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related discipline; 10+ years of relevant experience.
- Substitution: Bachelor’s degree with 18 years of experience, or no degree with 22 years of directly related experience.
- Proven leadership experience managing technical or SETA contracts in DoD Cyber Ops and Counter Intelligence environments.
- Experience managing multi-functional teams supporting engineering, cyber operations, or R&D efforts.

Clearance

- Must have active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance.

Certifications (Preferred)

- DoD 8570 IAT Level III or IASAE II certification (e.g., CISSP, CASP+, CISM)
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or Agile (SAFE) certification
- Familiarity with RMF, eMASS, XACTA, and Air Force test and evaluation standards (AFSPCI 10-170 RTO&I)

Technical Skills

- Expertise in cyber systems architecture, DevSecOps, automated testing, and network defense engineering.
- Strong understanding of DoD enterprise cybersecurity policy, Zero Trust architectures, and mission assurance frameworks.
- Demonstrated proficiency with continuous integration/deployment pipelines and configuration control tools.

Leadership & Soft Skills

- Effective communicator with the ability to brief senior leaders and manage stakeholder relationships.
- Proven ability to motivate, organize, and lead high-performing technical teams.
- Demonstrated commitment to integrity, accountability, and mission excellence.

Performance Metrics

- Deliver 95% of all technical and project deliverables on schedule and within quality standards.
- Maintain team turnover ≤10% and ensure no key position vacancy exceeds 15 business days.
- Achieve 95% customer response within 24 hours and maintain continuous communication with Government stakeholders

Reports & Deliverables

- Monthly Status Reports detailing progress, risks, and budget metrics.
- Trip and Meeting Reports per PWS Sections 4.3 – 4.4.
- Final Summary Report one month prior to contract completion, including lessons learned and recommendations for follow-on efforts.

Computer World Services is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. Current employees and/or qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

Computer World Services is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Computer World Services will ensure that individuals with disabilities (IWD) are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at: hr@cwsc.com

## About Computer World Services

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Computer World Services Corp. (CWS) is a privately held IT services provider that delivers enterprise-wide solutions, digital transformation, and cybersecurity support to U.S. Defense and Civilian federal agencies.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Bootstrapped)
- **Headquarters**: Washington, D.C., USA (also has offices in Fairview Heights, IL; Falls Church, VA; St. Louis, MO; and Scott AFB, IL)
- **Founded**: 1990
- **Founders**: Frank Hameed (President and CEO)

## Core Business
- Primary industry/industries: Information Technology (IT) services, federal government contracting, cybersecurity, digital transformation.
- Target customers: U.S. federal government (Defense and Civilian agencies) – strictly B2G (Business-to-Government).
- Mission or purpose statement: Not explicitly stated, but the company emphasizes delivering “quality, value, and technological innovation” with a commitment to integrity and excellence in service delivery.

## Products & Services
- **Enterprise IT Solutions**: Full lifecycle IT support including network operations, systems administration, help desk, and infrastructure management.
- **Cybersecurity Services**: Cybersecurity operations, CSSP (Cybersecurity Service Provider) engineering and team leadership, threat monitoring, and compliance.
- **Digital Transformation & Process Optimization**: Modernization of legacy systems, cloud migration, and business process re-engineering for federal clients.
- **DevSecOps**: Integration of security into development and operations pipelines, including software development and application/web support.

All offerings are delivered as services (IT services, managed services, consulting) rather than SaaS or hardware products.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company).
- **Key Metric**: Total employees: ~400 (as of latest data). Revenue not publicly available.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: No external investors listed; the company was founded organically by Frank Hameed. Key partners are federal agencies (DoD, civilian departments).
- **Growth Signals**: Talent footprint has expanded across 19 states and 140 cities. The company supports 100% remote and hybrid work models. Consistently high ratings in federal programs.

## Competitive Advantages
- **30+ Years of Federal Experience**: Deep understanding of government contracting, compliance, and security requirements.
- **Proven Track Record**: Recognized for consistent performance and high ratings in federal programs (e.g., past performance ratings).
- **Flexible Workforce**: Ability to deploy talent across CONUS and OCONUS, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote roles.
- **Employee-Focused Benefits**: Competitive benefits package (see below) and a culture that supports work-life balance.

## Strategic Focus
- **Current Priorities**: Continue serving Defense and Civilian federal customers by expanding IT, cybersecurity, and digital transformation capabilities. Leverage a remote/hybrid talent model to attract skilled professionals nationwide.
- **Direction for Growth**: Likely organic growth through contract wins and recompete wins; no indication of M&A or external funding.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture Highlights**: Collaborative, mission-driven environment supporting national security and federal operations. Emphasis on integrity and excellence.
- **Remote/Hybrid/Office Policy**: Hybrid workspace – employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work. Many roles are fully remote; on-site positions exist at government facilities (e.g., Scott AFB, IL; Washington, D.C.).
- **Notable Perks & Benefits** (from [cwsc.com/employee-benefits](https://cwsc.com/employee-benefits/)):
  - Medical, dental, and vision plans (United Healthcare)
  - 15 days PTO accrued from day one + 11 company holidays
  - Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per year
  - 401(k) with 4% company match (Safe Harbor, 100% vested immediately)
  - Short & long-term disability (100% employer-paid)
  - Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
  - Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
  - Commuter benefits (pre-tax transit and parking)
  - Employee Assistance Program
  - Generous parental leave (from Built In)
- **Engineering Culture**: Focus on cybersecurity, network operations, DevSecOps, and systems engineering. Use of AI in hiring process (applicants are informed). Strong support for professional development via tuition reimbursement.

## Sources
1. [cwsc.com – Home](https://cwsc.com/)
2. [cwsc.com – Careers](https://cwsc.com/careers/)
3. [cwsc.com – Employee Benefits](https://cwsc.com/employee-benefits/)
4. [jobs.lever.co/cwsc – Current Openings](https://jobs.lever.co/cwsc)
5. [builtin.com – Computer World Services Corp. Profile](https://builtin.com/company/computer-world-services-corp)

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