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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Security Engineer - Remote - **Company:** Maximus, Inc. - **Location:** Saint Paul, MN, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $141,270.0 - $180,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Continuous Integration, Network Security, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Information and Event Management, Software Vulnerability Management, Privacy Controls, Firewalls (Computer Science), Network Server, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** August 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/10251615327943DE905E0E7C1411E323/job/ ## About the Role '- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience and 7+ Years '- 5+ years of Security Engineering experience. * Experience working with the US Federal government (current/previous federal employee or federal contractor) in a security engineering capacity. * NIST 800-53 Security and Privacy Controls for Information Systems and Organizations * NIST 800-171 Protecting Controlled Unclassified Information in Nonfederal Systems and Organizations * Strong background regarding how to secure CI/CD pipelines. * Good understanding of networking connectivity and network security controls. * Understand endpoint security (servers, workstations) * Understand applied Zero Trust. * Experience with vulnerability management and remediation processes. * Experience with Cloud security in AWS and/or Azure environment. * US Citizenship is required. * Up to 10% travel is required. * Any of the following is preferred: CISSP, CISA, CCSP, CISM, GIAC, AWS Security, or Azure Security certifications. ## Description The Lead Security Engineer will work across AI, Enterprise Architecture, and Business Development teams. This role will assist with implementations, provide guidance to improve cybersecurity controls that protect federal information systems and data. This role supports security operations, compliance activities, vulnerability management, cloud security initiatives, and system authorization efforts in accordance with federal security requirements., * Serve as a subject matter expert and provide guidance on Information Security solutions, supporting other engineers in selection, integration, and optimization. * Lead or actively contribute to other information security projects and operational duties, offering technical leadership and mentorship throughout. * Implementation, configuration, and maintenance of Information Security solutions, ensuring best practices are followed and providing direction to engineering staff as needed. * Coordinate and oversee level of effort, planning, and support for enterprise project-level work, providing technical leadership and aligning resources across teams. * Prioritize and direct execution of program elements based on risk, business objectives, and organizational impact. '- Advise on security controls across cloud, network, and endpoint application environments. * Perform security assessments, vulnerability analysis, and remediation tracking. * Advise on security technologies such as SIEM, EDR, firewalls, and vulnerability scanning tools. * Collaborate with system administrators, network engineers, and CI/CD Pipeline Engineers to address security risks. * Assist with development and maintenance of security documentation, policies, procedures, and system security plans. * Provide recommendations for improving security posture, compliance, and operational efficiency. * Support implementation of Zero Trust, secure configuration management, and cloud security best practices. * Review proposals/bids to confirm technical compliance requirements. * Act as a technical ISO stakeholder in Enterprise Risk and Assurance activities * Communicate upcoming initiatives, solution designs, and security or compliance considerations to ISO leadership. ## Related Videos - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Kubernetes Security - Challenge and Opportunity](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/412-kubernetes-security-challenge-and-opportunity) - [Developer Tools for Microsoft Azure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/450-developer-tools-for-microsoft-azure) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Enabling automated 1-click customer deployments with built-in quality and security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/83-enabling-automated-1-click-customer-deployments-with-built-in-quality-and-security) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers)