Lead Security Engineer - SME (R-00242)
About The Position
True Zero Technologies is seeking a highly experienced Lead Security Engineer to provide technical leadership, cybersecurity engineering expertise, and strategic oversight in support of a federal government program. The role focuses on application security, cloud security, and enterprise cybersecurity architecture, including leading complex technical initiatives and collaborating with senior government stakeholders. The Lead Security Engineer will lead the design, implementation, and oversight of enterprise application security and cybersecurity engineering solutions; provide subject matter expertise across complex enterprise environments; and direct security engineering activities to deliver program requirements. The role also includes risk evaluation, vulnerability mitigation, oversight of engineering resources and project deliverables, development of security standards and procedures, and mentoring security engineers. The posting contains a separate, inconsistent description of a Portfolio Manager, Commercial & SLED position, including its reporting line and working-leader responsibilities. Those details do not align with the Lead Security Engineer title and are not treated as requirements for this role.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; the posting’s degree description is incomplete.
- At least 15 years of relevant experience in cybersecurity engineering, application security, cloud security, information assurance, or related technical disciplines, including leadership on complex enterprise or federal government programs.
- Active Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification; mandatory.
- Active Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) certification; mandatory.
- Extensive knowledge of application security principles, secure software development practices, vulnerability assessment, risk management, and enterprise security architecture.
- Demonstrated experience securing cloud environments and implementing cybersecurity controls across enterprise applications, infrastructure, and hybrid cloud architectures.
- Strong understanding of federal cybersecurity requirements and frameworks, including NIST standards, Risk Management Framework (RMF), FISMA, and applicable security compliance practices.
- Proven ability to lead technical teams, manage complex cybersecurity initiatives, oversee project resources, and communicate effectively with senior leadership and government stakeholders.
- Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Washington, DC, Maryland, or Northern Virginia (DMV) area and be available to work a hybrid onsite/remote schedule.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification.
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification.
- Additional recognized cybersecurity or cloud security certifications.
- Previous experience supporting federal government cybersecurity programs or large-scale enterprise security initiatives.
- Experience providing technical leadership, managing project financials and staffing, and coordinating with senior-level government clients.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, implementation, and oversight of enterprise application security and cybersecurity engineering solutions in alignment with federal security requirements and industry best practices.
- Provide subject matter expertise in application security, cloud security, vulnerability management, and secure system architecture across complex enterprise environments.
- Establish technical objectives, develop project plans, and direct security engineering activities to deliver program requirements.
- Evaluate security risks, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend mitigation strategies for enterprise applications, cloud infrastructure, and the overall security posture.
- Provide technical and management leadership for cybersecurity initiatives, including oversight of engineering resources, staffing, budgets, and project deliverables.
- Collaborate with government stakeholders, senior leadership, and cross-functional technical teams to define security requirements, resolve challenges, and support strategic decisions.
- Develop and enforce security engineering standards, policies, and procedures aligned with applicable federal cybersecurity frameworks and compliance requirements.
- Mentor and provide technical direction to security engineers and other team members.
Benefits
- Competitive salary, paid twice per month.
- Annual performance bonus tied to segment results.
- True Zero covers 100% of medical premiums.
- Companywide new business incentive programs.
- Contribution incentives for white papers, blog posts, internal webinars, and similar contributions.
- Three weeks of PTO to start.
- 11 paid holidays annually.
- 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 4%.
- Monthly reimbursement of cell phone and home internet costs.
- Paternity and maternity leave.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
