Senior Systems Security Engineer

Cyber Defense Technologies

$130K — $190K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field; relevant experience may substitute for education.
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in information security, focusing on security operations and vulnerability management.
  • Knowledge of RMF, Windows/Linux operating systems, STIGs, and security technologies like ACAS and HBSS.
  • Proven ability to work independently, analyze problems, and implement solutions effectively.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active Secret clearance or higher.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement secure automation solutions for various environments.
  • Manage and maintain infrastructure security and monitoring systems.
  • Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines across multiple platforms.
  • Identify and remediate system vulnerabilities and security issues.
  • Collaborate to improve the company's engineering tools and procedures.
  • Create and maintain relevant security documentation.
  • Stay updated on security industry trends and emerging threats.
  • Support incident response and perform incident analysis.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, and Paid Time Off.
  • Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability benefits provided.
  • Retirement plans with employer contributions available.
  • Learning and Development opportunities for career advancement.
  • Wellness programs and additional optional benefits elections.
Full Job Description
Clearance Requirements: An active Secret clearance is required, TS preferred. All candidates must be U.S. Citizens. Applicants who do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Design and implement secure automation solutions for development, testing, and production environments.
  • Manage and maintain infrastructure security and monitoring systems.
  • Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines across multiple environments.
  • Understand and remediate system vulnerabilities and security issues.
  • Collaborate with team members to improve the company's engineering tools, systems, procedures, and data security.
  • Create and maintain security-related documentation.
  • Stay current with security industry trends, including emerging threats and security solutions.
  • Support incident response and problem management teams by providing containment actions and incident analysis.
  • Developing strategies for security and scalability.

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related technical field; or work relevant work experience equivalent.
  • Minimum 4 years of information security-related experience in areas such as security operations, vulnerability management, security testing, system patching, log analysis, intrusion detection, or security device administration.
  • Knowledge of RMF, Windows/Linux operating systems, STIGs, ACAS, HBSS, and/or related technologies.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, analyze root causes, and drive solutions from identification through resolution.
  • U.S. Citizenship and active Secret clearance (or higher), clearable to TS/SCI.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Security, Network Engineering, Information Technology, or relatedEngineering discipline.
  • 8+ years of experience in IT security or a related field.
  • Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. Inthe absence of a degree, a minimum of 12 years of related experience is required.
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) is required.
  • Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
  • Expert understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices.
  • Experience with security frameworks and standards such as National Institute of Standards andTechnology (NIST), ISO 27001.
  • Proven work experience as a DevSecOps Engineer or similar role in development, operations, andsecurity.
  • Knowledge of cloud technologies and architectures (Azure / AWS).
  • Experience in secure coding practices and automating security testing tools.
  • Proficient with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
  • Experience with automation scripts and configuration management tools.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex security topics in anunderstandable manner.
  • Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.

Travel:May require CONUS depending on program needs

Compensation and Benefits:
  • Competitive salary based. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on work experience, education, certifications, geographic location, contract wage determination that align with the specified role.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Dental, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short-term and Long-term disabilities, Life Insurance, Retirement plans, Learning and Development opportunities, Wellness programs as well as other optional benefits elections.

Apply Now:
If you are a proactive Senior Systems Security Engineer and thrive in dynamic environments, we encourage you to apply and join the CDT team!
Salary Range: $130,000 - $190,000

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