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Public Trust
IT - Security
Washington, DC (Off-Site/Hybrid)
Senior Security Engineer
Location: Hybrid – DC. Must be local to the DMV area (Washington, DC / Maryland / Virginia)
Clearance: Active Public Trust Required
Job description.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Security Engineer to support a federal agency’s enterprise cybersecurity program. This hybrid position combines technical leadership, hands-on engineering, and direct support to a government Security Operations Center (SOC).
As a Senior Security Engineer, you will serve as a technical subject matter expert (SME) for network and endpoint security, helping to secure mission-critical systems, integrate advanced cyber defense tools, and guide the agency’s cybersecurity maturity.
What You’ll Do
· Act as SME for network and endpoint security within the SOC.
· Troubleshoot and resolve ServiceNow tickets.
· Perform maintenance and upgrades on security tools (onsite & remote).
· Create/update security network diagrams using Microsoft Visio.
· Support compliance with NIST 800-53 standards.
· Recommend and present new security tools and enhancements to government stakeholders.
What We’re Looking For
· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
· 7+ years of cybersecurity experience, including 4+ years in security engineering.
· Hands-on experience with at least three of the following: CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Cisco Firepower, ExtraHop, ForeScout, Gigamon.
· Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
· Familiarity with scripting (Python, PowerShell).
· Knowledge of NIST 800-53 controls.
Preferred (Nice to Have)
· Experience with Cisco Routing/Switching, Firepower IPS/Firewall, or Web Security Appliance (WSA).
· Familiarity with SIEM tools, data lakes, and security analytics.
· Security certifications (Security+, CISSP, SANS GIAC, CCNA, Microsoft AZ-900).
Why Join Us?
· Support a mission-critical federal cybersecurity program.
· Hybrid work environment (onsite in DMV + remote).
· Exposure to cutting-edge security tools and enterprise-level operations.
Location: Hybrid – DC. Must be local to the DMV area (Washington, DC / Maryland / Virginia)
Clearance: Active Public Trust Required
Job description.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Security Engineer to support a federal agency’s enterprise cybersecurity program. This hybrid position combines technical leadership, hands-on engineering, and direct support to a government Security Operations Center (SOC).
As a Senior Security Engineer, you will serve as a technical subject matter expert (SME) for network and endpoint security, helping to secure mission-critical systems, integrate advanced cyber defense tools, and guide the agency’s cybersecurity maturity.
What You’ll Do
· Act as SME for network and endpoint security within the SOC.
· Troubleshoot and resolve ServiceNow tickets.
· Perform maintenance and upgrades on security tools (onsite & remote).
· Create/update security network diagrams using Microsoft Visio.
· Support compliance with NIST 800-53 standards.
· Recommend and present new security tools and enhancements to government stakeholders.
What We’re Looking For
· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
· 7+ years of cybersecurity experience, including 4+ years in security engineering.
· Hands-on experience with at least three of the following: CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Cisco Firepower, ExtraHop, ForeScout, Gigamon.
· Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
· Familiarity with scripting (Python, PowerShell).
· Knowledge of NIST 800-53 controls.
Preferred (Nice to Have)
· Experience with Cisco Routing/Switching, Firepower IPS/Firewall, or Web Security Appliance (WSA).
· Familiarity with SIEM tools, data lakes, and security analytics.
· Security certifications (Security+, CISSP, SANS GIAC, CCNA, Microsoft AZ-900).
Why Join Us?
· Support a mission-critical federal cybersecurity program.
· Hybrid work environment (onsite in DMV + remote).
· Exposure to cutting-edge security tools and enterprise-level operations.
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