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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cybersecurity Engineer - Senior Consultant - **Company:** Guidehouse Inc. - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $98,000.0 - $163,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Data Security, Identity and Access Management, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Network Security, Network Diagrams, Zero Trust Network Access, Scaled Agile Framework, Security Software, Security Information and Event Management, Software Vulnerability Management, Google Cloud, Network Access Control, Cyber Threat Analysis, Cybercrime, Nessus, Splunk, Devsecops, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** July 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e7c488544163444f ## About the Role We are seeking a highly experienced Cybersecurity Engineer - Managing Consultant to lead and advise on advanced cybersecurity initiatives across complex federal enterprise environments. The ideal candidate will possess domain expertise in cybersecurity architecture, threat intelligence, risk management, and compliance, and will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and technical teams. This role demands strategic vision, hands-on technical proficiency, and the ability to guide and influence cybersecurity programs on the enterprise scale., * Bachelor's Degree * Minimum of SEVEN (7) years of relevant cybersecurity or IT security experience. * An ACTIVE and CURRENT TOP SECRET federal security clearance with SCI eligibility. * Strong understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., NIST, RMF SP 800-53 Rev 5, DoD 8570). * Proven experience in designing and implementing enterprise security tools such as SIEM (e.g., Splunk), vulnerability scanners (e.g., Nessus), and endpoint protection platforms (e.g., Crowdstrike). * Experience in incident response, threat hunting, and forensic analysis. * Experience with cloud security practices and technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP). * Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex technical projects. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. What Would Be Nice To Have: * Master's Degree in relevant cybersecurity or IT field * One or more of the following certifications: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Authorization Professional (CAP) / Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC) IAT Level II (Information Assurance Technical), IAM Level II (Information Assurance Management) AWS Certified Security - Specialty, or Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert. * Familiarity with emerging technologies such as AI/ML in cybersecurity * Hands-on experience with network security, cryptography, and/or identity management. * Project Management Professional (PMP) or Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) certification for managing cybersecurity projects in Agile environments ## Description * Applying comprehensive knowledge of cybersecurity engineering across key tasks and high-impact assignments. * Configure, operate, maintain, and support cybersecurity tools and capabilities. * Develop and maintain documented System Security Plans for cyber tools and maintain current Network Diagrams per DoD standards. * Plan and lead cybersecurity engineering assignments including tool integration and enhancement. 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