Cybersecurity & Compliance – Top Secret Clearance Required

We are seeking a Cybersecurity & Compliance Engineer to ensure the security, compliance, and resilience of information systems throughout the full program lifecycle. This role focuses on implementing secure system architectures, managing regulatory compliance, assessing risk, and ensuring adherence to government and industry cybersecurity standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable security policies, standards, and governing documents; support periodic regulatory and audit assessments.
• Design, implement, and test secure operating systems, network architectures, and database solutions using current best practices.
• Monitor emerging vulnerabilities and threats; provide ongoing security awareness and training to system users.
• Conduct risk assessments and deliver actionable recommendations to ensure secure system implementation and regulatory compliance.
• Develop, maintain, and submit information system security documentation and reports required by regulatory or oversight bodies.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate security risks and threats throughout the full system and program lifecycle.
• Validate security requirements and ensure systems meet compliance and protection standards.
• Establish and maintain system security documentation, policies, and procedures.
• Support implementation and verification of security controls and procedures.
• Plan, execute, and support security certification and accreditation activities, including testing and assessments.
• Serve as a liaison between technical teams, compliance stakeholders, and regulatory authorities.
• Apply information assurance and cybersecurity standards, directives, and policies within an architectural and risk-based framework.
• Assess existing system security posture and recommend enhancements aligned with evolving threats, technologies, and regulatory expectations.

Required Skills

• REQUIRED: Top Secret Security Clearance
• Strong knowledge of security principles, risk management, and compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
• Experience designing secure operating systems, networks, and database solutions.
• Familiarity with government and industry standards, including certification and accreditation processes.
• Ability to identify vulnerabilities and implement effective security controls.
• Proficiency with vulnerability scanning, intrusion detection, and security monitoring tools.
• Skilled in preparing security documentation, audit reports, and compliance artifacts.
• Knowledge of threat intelligence and proactive security measures.
• Ability to develop and deliver security awareness programs for users.