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# Security Engineer - Lead (R-00161)

- **Company:** True Zero Technologies
- **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cyber Security, Information Systems Security Engineering Professional, Systems Integration, Mitre Att&ck, Information Technology, Enterprise Integration, Splunk
- **Published:** May 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e1f49a245f14366a

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Technical documentation?, * Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field; or equivalent experience

 * Strong experience in cybersecurity engineering, systems security, and enterprise technical implementation
 * Experience translating security requirements into technical designs and operational controls
 * Experience supporting secure enterprise environments, including complex and high-visibility federal systems
 * Familiarity with RMF-driven control implementation, secure system integration, engineering governance, and continuous monitoring support
 * Experience using MITRE ATT&CK to assess defensive coverage, identify security engineering gaps, and support remediation planning
 * Experience with Splunk Enterprise Security administration and security engineering support
 * Ability to work effectively in classified environments within government controlled secure facilities
 * Strong technical writing, engineering documentation, and stakeholder communication skills

Required Certifications

 * CISSP
 * ISSEP
 * Splunk Certified Enterprise Security Admin
 * Clearance 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

## Description

This 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., + Lead cybersecurity engineering activities supporting enterprise systems and security capabilities

 + Design, implement, and improve technical security controls and engineering practices
 + Support implementation and optimization of security engineering practices aligned to RMF and FISMA requirements
 + Assist with development and maintenance of secure configurations, engineering standards, and technical documentation
 + Support technical implementation of continuous monitoring and automation capabilities
 + Support engineering efforts tied to operational security tooling and platform effectiveness
 + Provide engineering guidance for security monitoring, infrastructure protection, systems hardening, and secure integration
 + Use MITRE ATT&CK to help identify control gaps, express defensive coverage limitations, and recommend technical remediation priorities
 + Support implementation, administration, and engineering activities related to Splunk Enterprise Security
 + Coordinate with operational, engineering, and government stakeholders on technical implementation priorities
 + Support assessments, engineering reviews, and security improvements across systems and environments
 + Ensure engineering deliverables are accurate, complete, and aligned with mission needs


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