Senior Cybersecurity Engineer
About The Position
Senior Cybersecurity Engineer Washington, D.C. Job Summary: IT Veterans is currently seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to join our team. You must have an active TS/SCI clearance with the ability to gain and maintain a CI poly. Job Details: Design, implement, and maintain CSfC-compliant Data-at-Rest (DAR) and Data-in-Transit (DiT) solutions in alignment with NSA capability package requirements Integrate and validate CSfC technologies, including encryption solutions, secure tunneling, and cross-domain capabilities Conduct validation and compliance activities to ensure adherence to CSfC requirements, STIGs, and applicable security controls Support secure system operations, continuous monitoring, and incident response efforts within classified environments Implement and manage security monitoring tools, including SIEM platforms, to enhance visibility and threat detection Participate in Agile processes, technical reviews, and system architecture discussions Troubleshoot complex issues related to cybersecurity, networking, and encryption technologies Clearly communicate technical concepts, risks, and mitigation strategies to both technical teams and government stakeholders Deliver high-quality solutions with precision and accountability in mission-critical settings Build and maintain strong customer relationships through technical expertise and reliable execution
Requirements
- Active TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain a CI poly.
- Minimum of 7 years of cybersecurity experience, including at least 3 years of hands-on CSfC implementation experience
- Demonstrated experience designing and deploying secure communication solutions in compliance with NSA CSfC standards
- Hands-on experience implementing CSfC capability packages and protection profile requirements
- Experience developing compliant DAR and DiT architectures using layered commercial solutions
- Strong background in encrypted communications, including tunneling, key management, and secure transport mechanisms
- Experience with security monitoring, incident detection, and integration with SIEM platforms
- Ability to quickly contribute in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment with minimal onboarding
- Security+ and CySA+, GSEC, or equivalent
- Must meet DoD 8140 requirements aligned to the Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support Specialist (521) work role
- Acceptable certifications include: Security+, SSCP, CySA+, PenTest+, CASP+, GCIH, CISSP, or GSLC
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field preferred
- Relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain CSfC-compliant Data-at-Rest (DAR) and Data-in-Transit (DiT) solutions in alignment with NSA capability package requirements
- Integrate and validate CSfC technologies, including encryption solutions, secure tunneling, and cross-domain capabilities
- Conduct validation and compliance activities to ensure adherence to CSfC requirements, STIGs, and applicable security controls
- Support secure system operations, continuous monitoring, and incident response efforts within classified environments
- Implement and manage security monitoring tools, including SIEM platforms, to enhance visibility and threat detection
- Participate in Agile processes, technical reviews, and system architecture discussions
- Troubleshoot complex issues related to cybersecurity, networking, and encryption technologies
- Clearly communicate technical concepts, risks, and mitigation strategies to both technical teams and government stakeholders
- Deliver high-quality solutions with precision and accountability in mission-critical settings
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships through technical expertise and reliable execution
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
