Cybersecurity Platform Engineer (R5531)
The full posting
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn , X , Instagram , and YouTube .
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Platform Engineer to engage in the design, implementation, and optimization of complex software and network infrastructures. This role requires deep expertise across network engineering, cybersecurity protocols, and server room / hardware infrastructure, with a strong ability to communicate and develop Base Media Solutions.
The ideal candidate will operate in a hands-on manner, serving as a technical expert and a key contributor in decision-making across network and infrastructure domains.
What you'll do
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- Decompose, allocate and implement cyber security requirements into system architecture.
- Enforce network security architecture, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards and best practices.
- Develop documentation for installations and configurations required to obtain Authorizations to Operate (ATOs).
- Optimize secure network topologies, including segmentation, firewalls, VPNs, and zero-trust models.
- Collaborate with cybersecurity engineering to implement STIGs and develop Base Media solutions that enable execution of Plans of Actions and Milestones (POAMs) to mitigate cyber risks.
- Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to implement threat detection, mitigation, and incident response strategies.
- Provide technical insight on X-BAT GCS cybersecurity stack to cross-functional teams.
- Ensure system scalability, reliability, and performance through proactive design and monitoring strategies
- Support troubleshooting and resolution of complex network and infrastructure issues.
- Work with Network Engineering teams on implementing Voice Over IP Capabilities.
Required qualifications
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- This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD government clearance at the Secret level
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related IT field
- 5+ years of experience in platform engineering, cybersecurity or network engineering roles
- Knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.)
- Strong expertise in cybersecurity frameworks and protocols (Zero Trust, NIST SP 800-53 & 800-63B, ISO 27001, firewalls, IDS/IPS, encryption standards)
- Hands-on experience with enterprise networking hardware (routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers)
- Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and hybrid environments
- Experience implementing Voice Over IP solutions.
Preferred qualifications
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- Industry certifications such as CCIE, CCNP, CISSP, or equivalent
- Strong DevSecOps background with hands-on Kubernetes (admission control, OPA/Gatekeeper, workload identity) and Terraform (reusable secure modules, policy-as-code).
- Experience designing architectures for classified networks.
- Experience with software-defined networking (SDN) and network automation
- Familiarity with DevOps and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible)
- Knowledge of compliance requirements (e.g., FedRAMP, DoD, or other regulated environments)
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Full-time regular employee offer package
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Temporary employee offer package
Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
Text as Shield AI published it; last compared with the original on 11 Nov 2026.
The application
Your details and CV, then 24 questions (10 written).
- 1.OtherShort answer · optional
- 2.Are you authorized to work in the United States?Yes or no
- 3.Will you require sponsorship for employment now or in the future?Yes or no
- 4.If yes, what type of sponsorship?Written answer · optional
- 5.This position may require access to information and technology that is subject to export controls, such as EAR. Are you any of the following?Pick one: A United States Citizen · A lawful permanent resident of the United States (i.e. Greencard holder) · A protected individual · Other
- 6.If you selected "A protected Individual" OR "Other" to the above question, please explain further.Written answer · optional
- 7.Shield AI provides technology, services, and support to the United States military and allied forces with their various missions. If selected for employment with Shield AI, your contributions will directly relate to and/or support these misPick one: Yes · No · Other
- 8.(Optional) If you selected other or would like to expand on the above, feel free to do so below:Written answer · optional
- 9.If "Industry Conference" or "Other," please provide more details:Written answer · optional
- 10.Please state your full legal name:Short answer
- 11.Are you a transitioning service member?Yes or no
- 12.If yes, what partnership program are you working with?Pick one: Hiring our Heroes · NextOp · Skillbridge general (no program) · optional
- 13.If other, please provide further detailsWritten answer · optional
- 14.When are you available to start your fellowship?Written answer · optional
- 15.When are you available for full time work?Written answer · optional
- 16.What full time job(s) are you applying for?Written answer
- 17.Are you local to or willing to relocate?Yes or no
- 18.What office(s) would you be willing to relocate to? (Select all that apply)Pick any (7 options) · optional
- 19.If you selected international, what location(s)?Written answer · optional
- 20.Do you have, or are you able to obtain, a S/SAR clearance?Pick one: Yes · No · Unsure · optional
- 21.What languages are you fluent in?Pick one (8 options) · optional
- 22.RelocationYes or no
- 23.Office(s) to Relocate ToPick any (7 options) · optional
- 24.What location to relocate to (If International)Written answer · optional
Taken from Shield AI's application form as it stood on 11 Nov 2026.
The employer: Shield AI
Shield AI builds the Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft for militaries; security engineers harden those systems and the company's enterprise.
Pay and benefits: Employee roles at a venture-backed maker of autonomous military aircraft.
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