Lead Cybersecurity Engineer

Piper Companies is seeking a Lead Cybersecurity Engineer to join a cutting-edge decision science security organization. The Lead Cybersecurity Engineer will be responsible for designing robust cybersecurity measures and access management solutions to protect the organization's systems and data.

Responsibilities of the Lead Cybersecurity Engineer include:

• Design robust cybersecurity measures and access management solutions to protect the organization's systems and data.
• Lead the implementation, operationalization, or optimization of projects in support of the cybersecurity program.
• Advise on a wide range of engineering and operational security issues, including security detection and response procedures.
• Assist the Security Operations team in responding to security incidents, ensuring a swift and effective resolution.
• Collaborate with IT and business units to manage access control processes and application integration.
• Work closely with the GRC team on the development and implementation of standards, operating procedures, and controls.
• Coordinate and document exemptions to established security controls.
• Assist with external information security audits for regulatory compliance and assessments such as penetration testing.

Qualifications for the Lead Cybersecurity Engineer include:

• 10+ years of experience in implementing and supporting cybersecurity programs.
• Proficient understanding of Information technology systems and processes, network infrastructure, data architecture, data processes, and protocols.
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to clearly communicate risks at both strategic and tactical levels.
• Experience operating within NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, CMMC, or equivalent cybersecurity frameworks.
• Experience in SailPoint or comparable IGA solution experience (Okta)
• Purview Information Protection or comparable data protection solution experience
• Proficient in scripting languages including Python and PowerShell
• Experience performing Threat Detection, Incident Response, Threat Intelligence, or Abuse Mitigation.
• Experience implementing and supporting Identity and Access management products and processes.
• Experience with data security solutions such as database activity monitoring, encryption, obfuscation, and/or tokenization.
• US citizen who is clearable

Compensation for the Lead Cybersecurity Engineer includes:

• Salary: $155,000 - $165,000 -- $70/hr - $75/hr
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, Sick Leave (as required by law), and Holidays

This job opens for applications on 6/16/25. Applications will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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