Sr. Information Systems Security Engineer III (6588)
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Job description
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Sr. Information Systems Security Engineer to join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in safeguarding our organization's digital assets and sensitive information. The ideal candidate is a dedicated professional with a strong background in cybersecurity, a deep understanding of current threats and vulnerabilities, and the ability to implement robust security measures. As a Cybersecurity Engineer, you will contribute to the design, implementation, and maintenance of our cybersecurity infrastructure while staying abreast of emerging trends in the field., * Design, implement, and manage security solutions, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, endpoint protection, and encryption mechanisms to ensure the organization's networks and systems remain secure.
- Conduct regular security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses in systems, networks, and applications.
- Develop and implement incident response plans to effectively address security breaches, incidents, and breaches.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures.
- Monitor network traffic, system logs, and security alerts to detect and respond to potential security incidents.
- Analyze and investigate anomalies and security breaches, taking appropriate actions to mitigate risks.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, software development, and compliance, to integrate security into all phases of the development lifecycle and ensure a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity.
- Maintain thorough and accurate documentation of security processes, procedures, and configurations. Prepare detailed reports on security findings, incidents, and actions taken.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience as a cybersecurity engineer with a specialization in designing and building implementations of required security controls and implementing continuous monitoring and auditing of solutions for compliance with security controls.
- Senior-level skills in specifying and implementing log collection tools such as Splunk and performing querying and analysis of aggregated logs to identify security-relevant anomalies or risks.
- Expert experience in implementing security controls from government regulatory frameworks and security standards (e.g., NIST SP 800-53, RMF, ICD 503, FISMA, FedRAMP).
- Experience with implementing controls for data-centric solutions in the cloud within IL5 to IL6+ environments.
- Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and infrastructure components.
- Proficiency in incident response, security incident handling, and forensic analysis techniques.
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- CISSP or equivalent IAT III certification to support DoD 8140 requirements.
- Active TS//SCI clearance with CI poly
SALARY RANGE $156,000.00 - $193,000.00
The salary range for this position is determined based on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience. The final salary offered will be determined based on several factors including:
- The candidate's professional background and relevant work experience
- The specific responsibilities of the role and organizational needs
- Internal equity and alignment with current team compensation
- This role is also eligible for additional compensation, subject to the terms and policies of MetroStar, which may include
Benefits & conditions
Additional Compensation: This role may also be eligible for bonuses and/or additional incentives based on individual and company performance.
Benefits: All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefits programs:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Parental Leave and dependent care
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee assistance and wellness programs
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