Cybersecurity Engineer

JANUS Research Group•Austin, TX

About The Position

JANUS Research Group is seeking a Cloud Cybersecurity Engineer to lead security policy, compliance, and information assurance for enterprise-level cloud applications. The role champions a modern DevSecOps approach to streamline Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and guides cross-functional teams through the full Authorization to Operate (ATO) lifecycle in Department of Defense (DoD) environments. The position is based in Austin, Texas, or Fort Eustis, Virginia, with flexibility between those locations. The engineer provides direction for cybersecurity policy, strategy, and compliance across multiple enterprise cloud applications; develops security and information assurance documentation compliant with federal standards; and supports system certification and accreditation. The role also guides platform- and application-level security controls and risk mitigation, recommends policies to improve security outcomes and ATO timelines, and works directly with senior Department- and Service-level policy directors to align technical execution with mission objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
At least 8 years of direct experience in cybersecurity engineering or information assurance.
Proven experience navigating the complete ATO lifecycle, from initial system registration to final authorization.
Direct, hands-on experience using eMASS to manage RMF workflows, controls, and compliance artifacts.
Expert knowledge of DoD information security policies, practices, and legal requirements, including DoDI 8510.01, DISA STIGs, and FedRAMP.
In-depth understanding of NIST 800-53 Rev. 5 controls, including the ability to review, analyze, and evaluate system configurations and cloud architectures to identify critical dependencies and security risks.
Must meet DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II requirements; examples include Security+ CE, CySA+, GSEC, or CCNA Security.
Must hold an active Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

Provide overall direction and guidance for cybersecurity policy, strategy, and compliance across multiple enterprise cloud applications.
Develop and deliver system security and information assurance documentation compliant with federal standards to achieve system certification and accreditation.
Advocate for and implement a modern DevSecOps approach to security testing and control implementation aligned with NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5.
Devise policy recommendations that streamline security outcomes and ATO timelines.
Provide hands-on guidance and oversight for platform- and application-level security controls and risk mitigation strategies.
Engage with senior policy directors at the Department and Service levels to align technical execution with mission objectives.
Guide cross-functional teams through the full ATO lifecycle in DoD environments.