Albuquerque, NM

Cybersecurity Jobs in Albuquerque, NM

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1d ago

Cyber Security Engineer

CACI Albuquerque, NM

Albuquerque, NM

1d ago

$72k - $150k/yr Full time Acas Cybersecurity Tools Engineer

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Job Description

CACI is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Engineer to support C4 systems from Albuquerque, NM. The position includes system security engineering responsibilities, certification and accreditation support, and work that aligns with established security standards, with travel across the continental United States.

Onsite Location and Travel

Location: Albuquerque, NM (onsite)
Travel: Up to 25% (Continental US)

Role Responsibilities

Apply experience implementing complex engineering solutions for critical systems and capabilities, including engineering and implementation of C4 systems and operations and maintenance of systems and subsystems.
Design, engineer, and implement technologies and interfaces that support operational capability for senior leadership and associated facilities.
Use knowledge of common IT systems and cyber security engineering software tools, including ACAS, HBSS, logging systems, and backup systems.
Support installation, integration, and testing activities for the operation and maintenance of C4 systems.
Maintain Configuration Management (CM) practices, including repository maintenance for C4 system and subsystem technical data management.
Provide system security certification and accreditation support for existing systems.
Evaluate and coordinate system security activities supporting computer information system design and integration, including consolidation of design efforts and independent technical investigations of system design.
Conduct site surveys and system security analysis for Operations Centers (OC).
Verify adherence to established system security standards and practices.
Collaborate in a team environment.

Required Qualifications

Information Assurance Management Level II certification (IAW DoD 8570.1)
Risk Management Framework (RMF) experience
Experience writing SSPs, RARs, SCTMs, and Test Plans
Knowledge of Microsoft Server and Client Operating Systems
Knowledge of VMware
STIG implementation
Xacta & eMASS experience
Knowledge of IC and DoD policies, procedures, and operating instructions related to IT, IA, and IM
5 years experience evaluating proposed engineering changes for security accreditation impacts and supporting engineering required to accredit new C4 systems and subsystems

Additional Desired Qualifications

BS/BA in computer science, computer engineering, or information systems
5 years of system security engineering experience supporting computer information systems design, development, and integration of communication networks for command and control centers
Active TS/SCI

Technologies and Tools

ACAS, HBSS, Logging systems, backup systems
Configuration Management (CM), C4 systems
RMF, SSPs, RARs, SCTMs, Test Plans
Microsoft Server and Client Operating Systems
VMware, STIG, Xacta, eMASS

Clearance Requirement

Minimum clearance to start: Top Secret

Compensation

Salary range: USD 71,500 - 150,200 per year. Final salary may vary based on geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, prior experience, skills and competencies, education, and certifications.

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8d ago

Cybersecurity Specialist

Falcon Risk & Security Albuquerque, NM

Albuquerque, NM

8d ago

$1,500 - $3,000/wk Contract Information Security Information Technology (IT) InfoSec

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Job Description

Project-based cybersecurity and IT consulting contractor opportunity with Falcon Risk & Security in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with work performed remote or on-site depending on project requirements.

Responsibilities

Conduct authorized penetration testing and vulnerability assessments on client systems
Identify, document, and report security vulnerabilities across approved networks, applications, and infrastructure
Support technical risk assessments and cybersecurity consulting engagements
Create professional findings reports including remediation recommendations
Coordinate with company leadership to confirm project requirements, timelines, and deliverables
Perform security testing only within documented, client-authorized scope
Provide occasional technical support for company systems and infrastructure
Recommend cybersecurity improvements and practical IT solutions
Assist with network security, device management, and access controls
Help implement secure technology systems when project work is approved
Contribute to security camera connectivity and networking depending on qualifications and project needs
Contribute to IoT security depending on qualifications and project needs
Contribute to secure cloud infrastructure and device communications depending on qualifications and project needs
Contribute to software and application security depending on qualifications and project needs
Contribute to data protection and access controls depending on qualifications and project needs
Test and secure prototype systems depending on qualifications and project needs

Requirements

Demonstrated knowledge of cybersecurity principles, network security, and vulnerability assessment
Understanding of ethical hacking practices and authorized security testing
Familiarity with relevant security tools and testing methodologies
Ability to document technical findings clearly
Strong communication, professionalism, and collaborative problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and deliver agreed-upon project outcomes
Commitment to confidentiality and ethical conduct
Relevant certifications may be welcomed, including CompTIA Security+, Network+, PenTest+, CEH, or OSCP

Qualifications

Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Network+, PenTest+, CEH, or OSCP are welcomed but not automatically required
Skills developed through independent study, practical laboratories, academic coursework, internships, or professional experience are encouraged
Applicants must demonstrate sufficient competence for work undertaken independently; additional experience may be required for more complex engagements

Compensation and Project Structure

Contract role with an initial project-based structure (not a guaranteed salaried position)
Compensation is negotiated individually for each approved assignment and agreed upon in writing before work begins
Individual project agreements define compensation, deliverables, timelines, and payment terms
No guaranteed cybersecurity assignments, minimum hours, or monthly payments
Qualified individuals may be invited to future projects as opportunities become available
Stated weekly salary range: USD 1,500 - 3,000

Long-Term Growth Opportunities

Falcon Risk & Security is committed to continued expansion and innovation
Successful professional relationships may lead to additional projects, ongoing consulting work, or future employment as cybersecurity and technology operations develop
Potential advancement may include cybersecurity project leadership, technology operations management, or leadership within a future cybersecurity division
Opportunities depend on company growth, available projects, demonstrated ability, and business needs; they are not guaranteed

What We Value Most

Technical capability, dependability, openness to feedback, and respect for others
Genuine motivation to succeed
Comfort presenting professional recommendations, discussing different approaches, accepting constructive feedback, and working toward shared goals
Confidence in technical ability while remaining willing to learn and collaborate

How to Apply

Submit a resume and a brief introduction covering background in cybersecurity and information technology
Include hands-on experience with penetration testing or vulnerability assessments
Address relevant certifications, training, or practical projects
Indicate availability and interest in fixed-fee project assignments
Share interest in potential future cybersecurity and security technology development opportunities
Optional materials may include a portfolio, GitHub profile, sanitized sample assessment report, or examples of authorized security projects

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12d ago

Cybersecurity Operations Lead

Edgewater Federal Solutions, Inc. Albuquerque, NM

Albuquerque, NM

12d ago

Full time Cyber Security Cybersecurity Operations Lead Cybersecurity Tools

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Job Description

Cybersecurity Operations Lead will oversee day-to-day security operations, monitoring, and remediation while coordinating with IT and program stakeholders to support federal security compliance.

Responsibilities

Monitor security events, logs, and alerts; manage triage, escalation, incident response, and remediation coordination.
Leverage SIEM and endpoint-security capabilities to correlate activity and maintain operational situational awareness.
Perform vulnerability analysis, prioritize mitigation actions, and document closure evidence.
Coordinate with system, network, Microsoft 365, and risk personnel to support secure operations and reporting.
Document, implement, and provide evidence for security and administrative controls aligned with applicable federal requirements.
Coordinate across cybersecurity, IT operations, and program management stakeholders to support control execution and compliance needs.

Requirements

Minimum 8 years in cybersecurity operations, incident response, or SOC environments.
Minimum 5 years supporting federal cybersecurity programs.
Experience with SIEM platforms, log analysis, and security event correlation.
Experience conducting vulnerability analysis and applying appropriate security mitigations.
CISSP certification or equivalent.
Ability to perform overlapping cybersecurity functions in federal IT compliance environments, including FISMA, FedRAMP, and Zero Trust.
U.S. citizenship required for personnel assigned to this contract.
A role-appropriate, favorably adjudicated background investigation is required before work begins unless the Contracting Officer approves otherwise in writing; most roles require Tier 2.

Technologies

SIEM
Endpoint-security
Microsoft 365

Location and Work Setup

Albuquerque, NM (onsite)

Physical Demands

Regular requirement to talk or hear.
Ability to perform typical office activities, including remaining seated for computer entry, participating in filing activity, and lifting/carrying office supplies.
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.
May require more than 40 hours per week to perform essential duties.
Fine hand manipulation, including keyboarding.

Work Environment

May work prolonged or irregular hours.
Frequent local travel; occasional statewide or out-of-state travel.
Noise level is usually moderate.
Exposure to general office conditions while performing office duties.

Minimum Experience: 5 years

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28d ago

Industrial Control System (ICS) Cybersecurity Engineer

ASRC Federal Albuquerque, NM

Albuquerque, NM

28d ago

Full time Engineer Industrial Control Systems Industrial Control Systems Security

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Job Description

ASRC Federal is seeking an Industrial Control System (ICS) Cybersecurity Engineer to support cybersecurity engineering and RMF execution for KAFB owned and operated control systems in Albuquerque, NM (onsite). In this role, you will serve as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO), providing technical leadership across cybersecurity requirements and authorization activities while supporting the lifecycle of industrial control environments.

Key Responsibilities

Support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of cyber security requirements within control networks.
Provide technical guidance for standardizing control systems and shaping operational technology network architecture across the enterprise.
Specify control systems, instrumentation, and supporting equipment, and assist with procurement activities.
Provide RMF support to obtain and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO) approvals for multiple networks.
Create and maintain required RMF documentation and artifacts in Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Services (eMASS).
Perform software assurance and risk assessments for multiple software packages.
Conduct and review vulnerability and compliance scans of information system hardware and software, and guide remediation of security flaws and configuration issues.
Review and monitor audit records for information systems.
Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Work Instructions in alignment with Department of Defense and United States Air Force policies and procedures.
Oversee communications with Program Management, the Information System Security Manager (ISSM), and the On-Site Representative (OSR).
Direct remediation based on security assessment findings, working with the Security Control Accessor (SCA) to remediate controls for compliance.
Administer mitigation for POA&M weaknesses and ensure timely closure according to the mitigation plan.
Coordinate steps to reduce or eliminate identified weaknesses, and route security authorization packages for SCA assessment.
Support configuration management processes, ensuring proposed changes are analyzed, tested, and approved prior to implementation.
Develop and test contingency plans and disaster recovery plans.
Create and manage system Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M) for identified weaknesses and vulnerabilities.
Oversee access control requirements, including privileged users, and ensure personnel complete required cybersecurity training.

Requirements

At least three years of experience working in cybersecurity or related fields such as information technology or control systems management.
Prefer experience in a military environment, including familiarity with US Air Force cybersecurity guidance, rules, and regulations.
Bachelor’s degree or military-equivalent training in mechanical or electrical engineering, cybersecurity, information technology, or a closely related field.
Have or be able to obtain within six months DoD 8570 (or 8140) IAT Level II certification.
Working knowledge of computer security architectures and implementation of security controls.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to pass a drug screen.
Must be a US citizen and currently possess or be able to obtain/maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
Must maintain a valid US driver’s license.
Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks involving lifting at least 50 lbs.
Commitment to providing for and maintaining a safe working environment.

Technologies

Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Services (eMASS)
Risk Management Framework (RMF)
DoD 8570
DoD 8140
Microsoft Office 365
Adobe Acrobat Pro
BACnet
Host Based Security System (HBSS)
Niagara Workbench
Sustainment Management System (SMS) BUILDER
BUILDER Remote Entry Database (BRED)
Energy Management Control Systems (EMCS)
Fire Alarm Reporting Systems (FARS)
Utility Monitoring Control Systems (UMCS)

Benefits

Health care
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
401(k)
Education assistance
Paid time off including PTO
Holidays
Any other paid leave required by law

Desired Qualifications

Experience in a military environment, particularly familiarity with US Air Force cybersecurity guidance, rules, and regulations.
Expertise in advanced process control (APC), distributed control systems (DCS), programmable logic controllers (PLC), and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA).
Working knowledge of RMF package creation and maintenance.
Experience using eMASS for RMF Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities.
Knowledge of EMCS, FARS, and UMCS using BACnet protocols.
Familiarity with DoD RMF and eMASS Essentials.
Knowledge of Host Based Security System (HBSS).
Knowledge of Niagara Workbench software.
Familiarity or experience performing facility assessments and Real Property Inventory Equipment (RPIE) condition assessments using SMS BUILDER and BRED.
Experience working with data from geospatial databases.
Knowledge of construction management software, project closeout procedures, preventive maintenance, and construction and repair terminology and processes.

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2mo ago

Cybersecurity Technical Writer - AI Trainer

DataAnnotation Albuquerque, NM 🇺🇸 Remote

Albuquerque, NM

2mo ago Closed

$50 - $100/hr Contract Ai Training Artificial Intelligence Information Security

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Sep 9, 2026).

Job Description

Fully remote contract work with flexible scheduling and hourly pay of $50 to $100 USD for projects that support cybersecurity-focused AI training. As a Cybersecurity Technical Writer - AI Trainer, you will evaluate AI-generated security material, build training problem statements, and provide feedback that helps AI systems reason more accurately about real-world threats and defenses.

What you’ll do

Review AI-generated cybersecurity content, including threat analysis, vulnerability assessments, and offensive security techniques, to confirm real-world accuracy and validity.
Design and solve security-focused technical problems used to train AI systems.
Write clear technical explanations and security-relevant code.
Provide feedback that directly shapes the next generation of AI security models.

What you’ll bring

2+ years of hands-on experience in a cybersecurity role such as penetration testing, red teaming, incident response, detection engineering, DFIR, malware analysis, threat intelligence, or adjacent fields, including government or military cyber operations.
Some coding experience required, with comfort navigating and patching a codebase.
Fluency in English (native or bilingual level) with strong writing skills.
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Cybersecurity certifications are a plus, such as OSCP, CRTO, GREM, GCFA, CEH, and similar credentials.

Contracting benefits

Fully remote: work from anywhere in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.
Flexible schedule: select which projects you take on and when you work, using your own computer from home.
Competitive pay: projects paid hourly at $50 to $100 USD.
Higher bonus rates may be available for certain projects.
Impact: help shape how AI technologies are built for cybersecurity use cases.

Pay and location details

Payment is made via PayPal. This job is available only to candidates in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. DataAnnotation will never ask you for any money.

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2mo ago

Product Security Engineer - AI Trainer

DataAnnotation Albuquerque, NM 🇺🇸 Remote

Albuquerque, NM

2mo ago Closed

$50 - $100/hr Contract Adversarial Ai Security Evaluation Ai Security Engineer

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Sep 7, 2026).

Job Description

Remote contract role focused on evaluating AI-generated security content and building training inputs for AI security models.

Responsibilities

Review and evaluate AI-generated cybersecurity content for real-world accuracy and validity, including threat analysis, vulnerability assessments, and offensive security techniques
Create and work through security-focused technical problems that are used to train AI systems
Produce clear technical explanations and security-relevant code as part of the training process
Provide feedback that directly informs updates to the next generation of AI security models

Requirements

2+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience in roles such as penetration testing, red teaming, incident response, detection engineering, DFIR, malware analysis, threat intelligence, or adjacent work
Experience may include government or military cyber operations
Coding experience required; ability to navigate and patch a codebase is important
English fluency (native or bilingual) with strong writing skills
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Certifications are a plus, such as OSCP, CRTO, GREM, GCFA, CEH, and similar

Benefits

Fully remote: available to work from anywhere in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand
Flexible schedule: select which projects to take on and when to work, using your own computer
Hourly pay: projects are paid at $50 to $100 USD per hour
Higher bonus rates may be available for certain projects
Impact: help shape cybersecurity-focused AI technologies

Additional Details

Location: New Mexico (remote)
Job type: contract
Payment method: paid via PayPal
Safety note: they will never ask for any money from you
Eligibility: only available to candidates in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand

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2mo ago

Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker) - AI Trainer

DataAnnotation Albuquerque, NM 🇺🇸 Remote

Albuquerque, NM

2mo ago Closed

$50 - $100/hr Contract Adversarial Ai Ai Trainer Artificial Intelligence

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Aug 28, 2026).

Job Description

DataAnnotation is seeking a Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker) - AI Trainer to help train AI models in cybersecurity. This fully remote contract role offers flexible scheduling and involves evaluating AI generated security content, solving security problems, and providing feedback to shape AI security models.

Benefits

Fully remote: work from anywhere in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.
Flexible schedule: choose which projects you take on and when you work, on your own computer, from the comfort of your own home.
Competitive pay: projects are paid hourly at $50 to $100 USD per hour. Opportunities for higher bonus rates available for certain projects.
Impact: help shape the future of AI technologies built for cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

Evaluate AI generated cybersecurity content, including threat analysis, vulnerability assessments, and offensive security techniques, for real world accuracy and validity.
Design and solve security focused technical problems used to train AI systems.
Write clear technical explanations and security relevant code.
Provide feedback that directly shapes the next generation of AI security models.

Requirements

2+ years of hands on experience in a cybersecurity role such as penetration testing, red teaming, incident response, detection engineering, DFIR, malware analysis, threat intelligence, or adjacent fields, including government or military cyber operations.
Some coding experience required; comfort navigating and patching a codebase is key.
Fluency in English (native or bilingual level) with strong writing skills.
A bachelor's degree is preferred.
Cybersecurity certifications are a plus (for example OSCP, CRTO, GREM, GCFA, CEH, and similar).