Cybersecurity Engineer (ESS)

Clearance: ActiveSecret with IT-II eligibility upon assignment

Work Schedule: On-site, Monday through Friday.

Are you passionate about defending critical infrastructure and solving complex security challenges? Join our dynamic cybersecurity team as a Security Engineer and help protect mission-critical systems for defense, government, and enterprise clients. You'll work on high-impact projects that support national security, regulatory compliance, and business resilience. This is a hands-on role where you'll collaborate with IT, network, and development teams to design, implement, and optimize security solutions.

Performs a variety of routine project tasks applied to specialized Cybersecurity problems. Tasks involve integration of electronic processes or methodologies to resolve total system problems, or technology problems as they relate to cybersecurity requirements. Analyzes information security requirements.
Applies analytical and systematic approaches in the resolution of problems of workflow, organization, and planning. Provides security engineering support for planning, design, development, testing, demonstration, and integration of information systems

• Lead and support cybersecurity projects, integrating advanced methodologies to solve complex system problems

• Analyze, design, and implement security controls to protect sensitive data and IT assets

• Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability scans, and incident response activities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security within planning, design, development, and deployment of information systems

• Apply systematic approaches to optimize workflow, organizational structure, and security operations

• Maintain documentation to ensure compliance with DoD, NIST, and organizational standards

• Provide security guidance, training, and mentorship to technical teams and end users

We are seeking an innovative and hands-on Security Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Ideal candidates will have a passion for continuous learning, technical excellence, and contributing to a collaborative team culture.

Required Qualifications:

Minimum seven (7) years of relevant IT experience

Hands-on experience implementing modern security solutions (e.g., OneNote, ServiceNow, Trellix, Microsoft Intune, XDR, Azure Government)

Active DoD SECRET Clearance and eligibility for IT-II upon assignment

DoD 8140 IAT Level II certification (ex., Security+, CISSP, CISM)

DoD 8140 CNDSP-IS certification

Computing Environment: HBSS Administrator, HBSS Advanced, or MS SC-900

Experience or familiarity with Illumio (micro-segmentation, zero trust) is a plus

MCSA or equivalent certification (Computing Environment)