CareerPlan

Security Engineer - Senior

Chantilly, VAFull-time$88k2026-10-13 → 2026-11-10
No visa sponsorshipCitizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Senior Security Engineer securing enterprise applications, cloud environments, and critical infrastructure for US federal government clients.

Role type

Senior Security Engineer (IC)

Builds

Secure cloud-based platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), security controls, and multi-model AI/data architecture solutions.

Domain

US Federal Government / National Security / Cloud Security

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP), SIEM and logging, incident response, vulnerability management, security policy development, network security, encryption, access control, TypeScript, React, Python, FastAPI, data architecture (vector/graph/multi-database), air-gapped/hybrid environment management.

Preferred skills

CISSP, Security+, CCSP, CISM, Zero Trust, NIST frameworks, DevSecOps, container security, IaC security, SOAR, threat hunting.

Technologies

AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, TypeScript, React, Python, FastAPI, SIEM tools, SOAR platforms.

Responsibilities

Secure applications, cloud platforms, networks, and enterprise infrastructure; lead incident response and threat detection; design and implement security controls; utilize security monitoring and alerting tools; develop security policies and documentation; provide technical mentorship; manage cross-domain solutions including air-gapped environments; develop and integrate applications with modern frameworks.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC