Why This Role Stands Out
This hybrid role at Leidos offers significant career growth in cybersecurity, allowing you to develop advanced skills in secure system design and RMF compliance while working on impactful projects. You'll thrive here if you're a motivated mid-senior IT professional eager to collaborate with a dedicated team and leverage your expertise to protect critical systems. With a competitive salary range of USD 107,900 - 195,050 and a flexible work environment, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career.
Quick Overview
Job Description
IT Security Engineer | Washington, DC, United States | Remote | $107,900.00 - $195,050.00
We're hiring on behalf of a leading technology solutions provider that consistently pushes the boundaries of innovation and mission success. This organization is known for its commitment to its people, fostering a collaborative environment where professional development and impactful work are paramount. They are seeking a dedicated IT Security Engineer to join a mission-focused team.
The Role
- Design, develop, and implement secure systems within on-premises infrastructure.
- Leverage expertise in security technologies and industry best practices to integrate security throughout the system lifecycle.
- Ensure compliance with DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) and relevant security requirements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including ISSOs, ISSMs, software and system engineers, and government counterparts.
- Perform full spectrum systems and cyber security engineering tasks to meet diverse regulatory compliance frameworks.
- Support secure architecture, design, and implementation of DoD systems in accordance with DoDI 8510.01 and NIST SP 800-53.
What You'll Need
- Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity or a related field, with a minimum of 8 years of experience. Relevant experience in lieu of a degree is accepted.
- An active TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain a Polygraph.
- At least one of the following DoD 8570.01-M IASAE Level II certifications: CISSP, CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, CSSLP, or CASP+ CE.
- Experience reviewing cybersecurity vulnerabilities, assessing risk, and planning for mitigation/remediation.
- Proficiency in architecting, designing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and deploying vulnerability scanning solutions.
- Familiarity with tools such as XACTA or EMass.
What's On Offer
- Competitive salary range of $107,900.00 - $195,050.00.
- Opportunities for professional development and achieving additional DoD 8570 certifications.
- A chance to make a significant impact on critical missions within a supportive team environment.
- Flexible work schedule arrangements.
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