Cyber Security Engineer

Cyber Security Engineer | Washington, DC, United States | Remote | $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

This employer is a globally recognised leader in technology and industry solutions, serving government and commercial clients with innovative digital and mission capabilities. They are seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to play a critical role in designing, developing, and implementing secure systems. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to join a mission-focused, adaptive team that values innovation and professional development.

The Role

• Design, develop, and implement secure systems for on-premises infrastructure.
• Integrate security into the entire system lifecycle, from design to deployment, ensuring compliance with DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including ISSOs, developers, and system engineers to ensure systems meet regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Apply Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and validate compliance using security tools.
• Analyze vulnerability scans and ensure timely mitigation or risk acceptance.
• Develop and implement automation for security tools to enhance compliance and monitoring.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in cybersecurity.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain a Poly.
• At least one DoD 8570.01-M IASAE Level II certification (CISSP, CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, CSSLP, or CASP+ CE).
• Experience reviewing cybersecurity vulnerabilities and planning mitigations.
• Proficiency with vulnerability scanning solutions (e.g., Tenable) and RMF tools (e.g., XACTA, eMASS).
• Strong understanding of various operating systems (Windows, Linux/UNIX) and networking concepts.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary range: $107,900.00 - $195,050.00.
• Flexible schedule with occasional remote work opportunities.
• Potential for professional development and achieving additional DoD certifications.
• Opportunity to work on impactful, mission-critical projects within a respected organization.

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