CareerPlan

Senior Cybersecurity Engineer (Secret clearance)

RemoteFull-time$169k2026-05-20 → 2026-11-11

Core

Designing and implementing native security solutions for cloud-based environments, securing complex systems, and ensuring compliance with DoD policies.

Role type

Senior IC cybersecurity engineer (cloud & compliance)

Builds

Secure cloud environments, containerized production systems, and compliant software delivery pipelines for government customers.

Domain

Government contracting, cloud security, compliance (DoD)

Required skills

Cloud security architecture, CI/CD pipeline security, container orchestration security, Identity and Access Management (IAM), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Linux administration, Network security, Vulnerability management, Incident response, Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation

Preferred skills

Professional certifications (CKS, CISSP, AWS Solutions Architect), Client engagement experience, DoD Software Factory operations knowledge

Technologies

AWS GovCloud, Azure GCC High, Kubernetes, Terraform, GitLab, SLSA, IDS/IPS, Firewalls, Load Balancers, DNS, SSL, NTP, Bash, Python, PowerShell

Responsibilities

Design and implement native security solutions for cloud environments; Drive Continuous RMF practices and automate control implementation; Automate provisioning and configuration of IT environments; Implement and manage security measures like firewalls, IDS/IPS, and encryption; Secure containerized and large-scale cloud production systems; Establish and manage identity and access management policies; Create and maintain engineering artifacts like network diagrams and operational manuals; Enforce cloud-native security best practices; Collaborate to integrate Zero Trust principles and lean/agile practices; Contribute to continuous improvement of DevSecOps practices; Champion AI-augmented ways of working.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC