Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Design and evaluate Zero Trust security features related to identity, devices, networks, applications, and data.

• Convert NIST, FISMA, RMF, FedRAMP, and agency security regulations into actionable technical controls and system security requirements.

• Assist in authorization and assessment efforts by preparing and reviewing security documentation, control evidence, implementation statements, and remediation strategies.

• Examine security findings, vulnerabilities, and control deficiencies; create and monitor Plans of Action and Milestones until resolution.

• Provide guidance to system owners, architects, engineers, and program leadership regarding security architecture choices, risk management, and compliance implications.

• Evaluate cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments for control application, ongoing monitoring, and readiness for authorization.

• Produce concise technical reports, risk assessments, and presentations for program and client stakeholders.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of seven years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, security architecture, or security assessment within a Federal or similarly regulated setting.

• Proven expertise with the NIST Risk Management Framework, NIST SP 800-53 controls, FISMA, FedRAMP, and authorization to operate processes.

• Experience in applying Zero Trust principles and evaluating security controls across cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments.

• Proficient in creating or reviewing security plans, assessment evidence, Plans of Action and Milestones, and remediation documentation.

• Capability to interpret security and compliance requirements into technical specifications and actionable implementation advice.

• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, information technology, information systems, engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent pertinent technical experience.

• Excellent written communication, analytical skills, and the ability to brief stakeholders effectively.

• Selected candidates will undergo a security investigation and may need to fulfill eligibility criteria for access to classified information.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Voluntary Life Insurance

• 401(k)

• Basic Life A&D

• Short-term disability (STD)

• Long-term disability (LTD)

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Telehealth

• Paid holidays

• Flexible spending account (FSA)

• Health savings account (HSA)

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Traveling Assistance