{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"467b738bb6cc4a0fc7ca646d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/467b738bb6cc4a0fc7ca646d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/467b738bb6cc4a0fc7ca646d","title":"Security Engineer","description":"Security Engineer\n\nLocation: Bethesda, MD (Hybrid; On-site as Required)\nClearance: Tier 2 Public Trust (Required)\nEmployment Type: Full-Time\n\nPosition Summary\nDigital Global Connectors (DGC) is seeking an experienced Security Engineer to support a Federal information security program. The Security Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, configuring, maintaining, and optimizing enterprise cybersecurity technologies that protect information systems, networks, cloud environments, applications, and data from evolving cyber threats.\nThis position provides technical expertise across multiple security domains, including endpoint security, network security, cloud security, identity and access management, vulnerability remediation, security monitoring, and systems hardening. The Security Engineer works closely with Security Architects, ISSOs, SOC Analysts, Incident Responders, Threat Hunters, System Administrators, and program leadership to strengthen enterprise security capabilities and ensure compliance with Federal cybersecurity requirements.\nThe successful candidate will possess extensive experience implementing enterprise cybersecurity technologies, supporting secure system architectures, and improving organizational cyber resilience through sound engineering practices.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities:\n\nSecurity Engineering\nDesign, implement, configure, and maintain enterprise cybersecurity solutions.\nDeploy security technologies supporting enterprise information systems, cloud environments, and network infrastructure.\nEvaluate new security technologies and recommend implementation strategies.\nDevelop secure engineering standards and technical baselines.\nSupport enterprise cybersecurity modernization initiatives.\nMaintain secure system configurations throughout the system lifecycle.\nEndpoint Security\nImplement and manage endpoint protection technologies.\nConfigure endpoint detection and response (EDR) platforms.\nSupport application control, device control, and endpoint hardening initiatives.\nDeploy security policies supporting enterprise endpoint protection.\nInvestigate endpoint security issues and recommend corrective actions.\nSupport secure workstation and server configurations.\nNetwork Security\nConfigure and maintain firewalls, network security appliances, intrusion detection systems, intrusion prevention systems, and secure network services.\nImplement secure network segmentation and access control policies.\nSupport VPN technologies and secure remote access solutions.\nReview network configurations for security compliance.\nAssist with network architecture reviews and security improvements.\nSupport secure communications across enterprise environments.\nCloud Security\nImplement security controls supporting Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and hybrid cloud environments.\nConfigure cloud security monitoring and compliance capabilities.\nImplement cloud identity, access control, and encryption solutions.\nSupport secure cloud workload deployment.\nAssist with cloud security assessments and remediation activities.\nRecommend cloud security improvements based on evolving threats.\nIdentity and Access Management\nSupport implementation of identity and access management (IAM) solutions.\nConfigure Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Conditional Access, and Privileged Access Management (PAM) technologies.\nAssist with identity lifecycle management.\nReview authentication and authorization configurations.\nSupport implementation of least-privilege principles.\nRecommend improvements to identity security architecture.\nVulnerability Remediation\nSupport enterprise vulnerability remediation activities.\nReview vulnerability assessment findings.\nCoordinate remediation with system administrators and technical teams.\nValidate successful remediation of identified vulnerabilities.\nSupport implementation of secure configuration baselines.\nAssist with continuous vulnerability management activities.\nSecurity Tool Administration\nImplement, configure, and support technologies including:\nMicrosoft Defender XDR\nMicrosoft Defender for Endpoint\nMicrosoft Defender for Identity\nMicrosoft Defender for Cloud\nMicrosoft Sentinel\nMicrosoft Intune\nMicrosoft Entra ID\nSplunk Enterprise Security\nCrowdStrike Falcon\nPalo Alto Cortex XDR\nCisco Secure\nTenable Security Center\nNessus\nSecurity Information and Event Management (SIEM)\nEndpoint Detection and Response (EDR)\nExtended Detection and Response (XDR)\nSupport integration and optimization of enterprise cybersecurity technologies.\nRisk Management Framework (RMF) Support\nSupport implementation of NIST SP 800-53 security controls.\nAssist ISSOs during system authorization activities.\nSupport remediation of Security Assessment findings.\nReview technical configurations supporting Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages.\nMaintain security documentation supporting continuous monitoring.\nAssist with implementation of security engineering requirements identified during assessments.\nDocumentation and Reporting\nDevelop and maintain:\nSecurity Engineering Documentation\nSystem Configuration Guides\nSecurity Architecture Diagrams\nTechnical Implementation Guides\nConfiguration Baselines\nStandard Operating Procedures\nEngineering Change Documentation\nVulnerability Remediation Reports\nSecurity Metrics\nExecutive Status Reports\nEnsure engineering documentation remains current, technically accurate, and supports operational and audit requirements.\nCollaboration\nCoordinate with Security Architects, ISSOs, SOC Analysts, Incident Responders, Threat Hunters, System Administrators, Network Engineers, Cloud Engineers, and Government stakeholders.\nParticipate in engineering reviews and technical working groups.\nSupport enterprise cybersecurity initiatives and technology deployments.\nProvide technical guidance to junior engineers and administrators.\nAssist with troubleshooting complex cybersecurity issues.\nContinuous Improvement\nMonitor emerging cybersecurity technologies and engineering best practices.\nRecommend improvements to enterprise security architecture and engineering processes.\nSupport automation initiatives that improve security operations.\nParticipate in technology evaluations and proof-of-concept activities.\nMaintain professional certifications and technical expertise.\n\nMinimum Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related discipline.\nMinimum five (5) years of experience implementing or supporting enterprise cybersecurity technologies.\nExperience administering endpoint security, SIEM, identity management, cloud security, or network security solutions.\nExperience supporting Windows, Linux, cloud, and enterprise network environments.\nFamiliarity with NIST SP 800-53, the Risk Management Framework (RMF), and Federal cybersecurity requirements.\nStrong analytical, troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.\nU.S. Citizenship required.\nAbility to obtain and maintain a Tier 2 Public Trust.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nMaster's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.\nExperience supporting a Federal civilian agency.\nExperience implementing Microsoft security technologies in enterprise environments.\nExperience supporting Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, or AWS cloud security.\nCertified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)\nCompTIA Security+\nCompTIA CySA+\nMicrosoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)\nMicrosoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100) (preferred)\nPalo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) (preferred)\n\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities\nSecurity Engineering\nEndpoint Security\nCloud Security\nNetwork Security\nIdentity and Access Management (IAM)\nMicrosoft Defender XDR\nMicrosoft Defender for Endpoint\nMicrosoft Defender for Identity\nMicrosoft Defender for Cloud\nMicrosoft Sentinel\nMicrosoft Intune\nMicrosoft Entra ID\nSplunk Enterprise Security\nCrowdStrike Falcon\nPalo Alto Cortex XDR\nCisco Secure\nTenable Security Center\nNessus\nSecurity Information and Event Management (SIEM)\nEndpoint Detection and Response (EDR)\nExtended Detection and Response (XDR)\nWindows Security\nLinux Security\nMicrosoft Azure\nAmazon Web Services (AWS)\nNIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)\nNIST SP 800-53\nFederal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA)\nTechnical Documentation\nMicrosoft Office Suite\nServiceNow\nJira\n\nSecurity Requirements\nAbility to successfully obtain and maintain a Tier 2 Public Trust investigation.\nCompliance with all applicable Federal security, privacy, ethics, and information assurance training requirements before receiving system access.\nAbility to support enterprise cybersecurity operations, technology implementations, scheduled maintenance windows, continuity of operations (COOP), emergency response activities, and surge support as required.\nMust maintain strict confidentiality while handling sensitive security configurations, system documentation, vulnerability information, and Federal information systems.\nAbility to design, implement, maintain, and continuously improve enterprise cybersecurity technologies while collaborating effectively with Government stakeholders, technical teams, and program leadership to strengthen organizational security and support mission 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Required)\nClearance: Tier 2 Public Trust (Required)\nEmployment Type: Full-Time\n\nPosition Summary\nDigital Global Connectors (DGC) is seeking an experienced Security Engineer to support a Federal information security program. The Security Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, configuring, maintaining, and optimizing enterprise cybersecurity technologies that protect information systems, networks, cloud environments, applications, and data from evolving cyber threats.\nThis position provides technical expertise across multiple security domains, including endpoint security, network security, cloud security, identity and access management, vulnerability remediation, security monitoring, and systems hardening. The Security Engineer works closely with Security Architects, ISSOs, SOC Analysts, Incident Responders, Threat Hunters, System Administrators, and program leadership to strengthen enterprise security capabilities and ensure compliance with Federal cybersecurity requirements.\nThe successful candidate will possess extensive experience implementing enterprise cybersecurity technologies, supporting secure system architectures, and improving organizational cyber resilience through sound engineering practices.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities:\n\nSecurity Engineering\nDesign, implement, configure, and maintain enterprise cybersecurity solutions.\nDeploy security technologies supporting enterprise information systems, cloud environments, and network infrastructure.\nEvaluate new security technologies and recommend implementation strategies.\nDevelop secure engineering standards and technical baselines.\nSupport enterprise cybersecurity modernization initiatives.\nMaintain secure system configurations throughout the system lifecycle.\nEndpoint Security\nImplement and manage endpoint protection technologies.\nConfigure endpoint detection and response (EDR) platforms.\nSupport application control, device control, and endpoint hardening initiatives.\nDeploy security policies supporting enterprise endpoint protection.\nInvestigate endpoint security issues and recommend corrective actions.\nSupport secure workstation and server configurations.\nNetwork Security\nConfigure and maintain firewalls, network security appliances, intrusion detection systems, intrusion prevention systems, and secure network services.\nImplement secure network segmentation and access control policies.\nSupport VPN technologies and secure remote access solutions.\nReview network configurations for security compliance.\nAssist with network architecture reviews and security improvements.\nSupport secure communications across enterprise environments.\nCloud Security\nImplement security controls supporting Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and hybrid cloud environments.\nConfigure cloud security monitoring and compliance capabilities.\nImplement cloud identity, access control, and encryption solutions.\nSupport secure cloud workload deployment.\nAssist with cloud security assessments and remediation activities.\nRecommend cloud security improvements based on evolving threats.\nIdentity and Access Management\nSupport implementation of identity and access management (IAM) solutions.\nConfigure Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Conditional Access, and Privileged Access Management (PAM) technologies.\nAssist with identity lifecycle management.\nReview authentication and authorization configurations.\nSupport implementation of least-privilege principles.\nRecommend improvements to identity security architecture.\nVulnerability Remediation\nSupport enterprise vulnerability remediation activities.\nReview vulnerability assessment findings.\nCoordinate remediation with system administrators and technical teams.\nValidate successful remediation of identified vulnerabilities.\nSupport implementation of secure configuration baselines.\nAssist with continuous vulnerability management activities.\nSecurity Tool Administration\nImplement, configure, and support technologies including:\nMicrosoft Defender XDR\nMicrosoft Defender for Endpoint\nMicrosoft Defender for Identity\nMicrosoft Defender for Cloud\nMicrosoft Sentinel\nMicrosoft Intune\nMicrosoft Entra ID\nSplunk Enterprise Security\nCrowdStrike Falcon\nPalo Alto Cortex XDR\nCisco Secure\nTenable Security Center\nNessus\nSecurity Information and Event Management (SIEM)\nEndpoint Detection and Response (EDR)\nExtended Detection and Response (XDR)\nSupport integration and optimization of enterprise cybersecurity technologies.\nRisk Management Framework (RMF) Support\nSupport implementation of NIST SP 800-53 security controls.\nAssist ISSOs during system authorization activities.\nSupport remediation of Security Assessment findings.\nReview technical configurations supporting Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages.\nMaintain security documentation supporting continuous monitoring.\nAssist with implementation of security engineering requirements identified during assessments.\nDocumentation and Reporting\nDevelop and maintain:\nSecurity Engineering Documentation\nSystem Configuration Guides\nSecurity Architecture Diagrams\nTechnical Implementation Guides\nConfiguration Baselines\nStandard Operating Procedures\nEngineering Change Documentation\nVulnerability Remediation Reports\nSecurity Metrics\nExecutive Status Reports\nEnsure engineering documentation remains current, technically accurate, and supports operational and audit requirements.\nCollaboration\nCoordinate with Security Architects, ISSOs, SOC Analysts, Incident Responders, Threat Hunters, System Administrators, Network Engineers, Cloud Engineers, and Government stakeholders.\nParticipate in engineering reviews and technical working groups.\nSupport enterprise cybersecurity initiatives and technology deployments.\nProvide technical guidance to junior engineers and administrators.\nAssist with troubleshooting complex cybersecurity issues.\nContinuous Improvement\nMonitor emerging cybersecurity technologies and engineering best practices.\nRecommend improvements to enterprise security architecture and engineering processes.\nSupport automation initiatives that improve security operations.\nParticipate in technology evaluations and proof-of-concept activities.\nMaintain professional certifications and technical expertise.\n\nMinimum Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related discipline.\nMinimum five (5) years of experience implementing or supporting enterprise cybersecurity technologies.\nExperience administering endpoint security, SIEM, identity management, cloud security, or network security solutions.\nExperience supporting Windows, Linux, cloud, and enterprise network environments.\nFamiliarity with NIST SP 800-53, the Risk Management Framework (RMF), and Federal cybersecurity requirements.\nStrong analytical, troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.\nU.S. Citizenship required.\nAbility to obtain and maintain a Tier 2 Public Trust.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nMaster's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.\nExperience supporting a Federal civilian agency.\nExperience implementing Microsoft security technologies in enterprise environments.\nExperience supporting Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, or AWS cloud security.\nCertified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)\nCompTIA Security+\nCompTIA CySA+\nMicrosoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)\nMicrosoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100) (preferred)\nPalo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) (preferred)\n\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities\nSecurity Engineering\nEndpoint Security\nCloud Security\nNetwork Security\nIdentity and Access Management (IAM)\nMicrosoft Defender XDR\nMicrosoft Defender for Endpoint\nMicrosoft Defender for Identity\nMicrosoft Defender for Cloud\nMicrosoft Sentinel\nMicrosoft Intune\nMicrosoft Entra ID\nSplunk Enterprise Security\nCrowdStrike Falcon\nPalo Alto Cortex XDR\nCisco Secure\nTenable Security Center\nNessus\nSecurity Information and Event Management (SIEM)\nEndpoint Detection and Response (EDR)\nExtended Detection and Response (XDR)\nWindows Security\nLinux Security\nMicrosoft Azure\nAmazon Web Services (AWS)\nNIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)\nNIST SP 800-53\nFederal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA)\nTechnical Documentation\nMicrosoft Office Suite\nServiceNow\nJira\n\nSecurity Requirements\nAbility to successfully obtain and maintain a Tier 2 Public Trust investigation.\nCompliance with all 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