Security Engineer - Lead

True Zero Technologies Job OpportunityTrue Zero Technologies, a veteran-owned small business, was founded on the principle that the purposeful enablement of people and technology in an organization directly ties to the quality of its outcomes. True Zero recognizes that those outcomes begin and end with our people, and that is what we have built a community of like-minded, driven, and passionate individuals and innovators who are aligned in a common goal of delivering top-tier services to our customers. Our culture and commitment have been recognized through numerous accolades, including being named one of the Best Places to Work in 2023 in two categories ("Prosperous and Thriving" ($5MM–$50MM in gross revenue) and "Mid-Atlantic Region" (DC, DE, MD, NC, VA, WV)), and again in 2025 as a Best Places to Work honoree. In addition, True Zero earned coveted spots on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in America in 2022, 2023, and 2025, a testament to our sustained growth driven by our people-first approach and unwavering dedication to excellence.Job ResponsibilitiesThis role will design, implement, and strengthen technical security capabilities that support RMF execution, FISMA requirements, and secure enterprise operations. This position calls for a senior engineer who can translate federal security requirements into operational controls, support engineering improvements across enterprise systems, and provide hands-on leadership in both enterprise and classified environments.Job DutiesLead cybersecurity engineering activities supporting enterprise systems and security capabilitiesDesign, implement, and improve technical security controls and engineering practicesSupport implementation and optimization of security engineering practices aligned to RMF and FISMA requirementsAssist with development and maintenance of secure configurations, engineering standards, and technical documentationSupport technical implementation of continuous monitoring and automation capabilitiesSupport engineering efforts tied to operational security tooling and platform effectivenessProvide engineering guidance for security monitoring, infrastructure protection, systems hardening, and secure integrationUse MITRE ATT&CK to help identify control gaps, express defensive coverage limitations, and recommend technical remediation prioritiesSupport implementation, administration, and engineering activities related to Splunk Enterprise SecurityCoordinate with operational, engineering, and government stakeholders on technical implementation prioritiesSupport assessments, engineering reviews, and security improvements across systems and environmentsEnsure engineering deliverables are accurate, complete, and aligned with mission needsJob QualificationsBachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field; or equivalent experienceStrong experience in cybersecurity engineering, systems security, and enterprise technical implementationExperience translating security requirements into technical designs and operational controlsExperience supporting secure enterprise environments, including complex and high-visibility federal systemsFamiliarity with RMF-driven control implementation, secure system integration, engineering governance, and continuous monitoring supportExperience using MITRE ATT&CK to assess defensive coverage, identify security engineering gaps, and support remediation planningExperience with Splunk Enterprise Security administration and security engineering supportAbility to work effectively in classified environments within government controlled secure facilitiesStrong technical writing, engineering documentation, and stakeholder communication skillsRequired CertificationsCISSPISSEPSplunk Certified Enterprise Security AdminClearance Required Top Secret/SCI Clearance (Final)We're actively searching for talented security and technology practitioners who are ready to experience the True Zero difference. As a True Zero team member, you'll enjoy:Competitive salary, paid twice per monthBest in class medical coverage100% of medical premiums covered by True ZeroCompany wide new business incentive programsContribution Incentives (i.e. white papers, blog posts, internal webinars, etc.)3 weeks of PTO starting + 11 Paid Holidays Annually401k Program with 100% company match on the first 4%Monthly reimbursement of Cell Phone and Home Internet costsPaternity/Maternity LeaveInvestment in training and certifications to broaden and deepen your technical skills