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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Information Systems Security Engineer III - **Company:** METROSTAR, INC. - **Location:** Reston, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $156,000.0 - $193,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Digital Assets, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Monitoring, Network Protocols, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Splunk - **Published:** May 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000g3vklk ## About the Role 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., + 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 ## Description + 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. 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