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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cybersecurity Engineer II - **Company:** MetroStar Systems - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $166,000.0 - $202,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Component-Based Software Engineering, User Authentication, Cloud Computing, Software Documentation, Code Review, Cyber Security, Identity and Access Management, Internet Security, Python (Programming Language), OAuth, Open Source Technology, OpenID, Ping (Networking Utility), Systems Development Life Cycle, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Secure Coding, Security Software, Software Engineering, Scripting, Okta, Data Management, Golang, Programming Languages - **Published:** September 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/cybersecurity-engineer-ii-6708-washington-dc--f766f792-4f5d-4ab9-80c4-0fd7cb157d25 ## About the Role * Minimum 10 years professional experience in software engineering, security engineering, or related roles. * Bachelors degree OR experience may used in lieu of degree. * Active TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance. * Strong experience designing, developing, and deploying application components leveraging AWS cloud services in IL6+ classified environments. * Expert-level experience implementing authentication and authorization frameworks (e.g., OAuth 2.0, OIDC, SAML). * Strong, repeat experience with commercial or open-source identity and access management platforms (e.g., ForgeRock, Okta, Keycloak, Ping Identity). * Strong expertise with fine-grained access control models (entitlements, row-level security, ABAC). * Expert proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Go, Python) for building frameworks and libraries. * Solid experience with zero trust architecture and principles. * Experience creating developer documentation and integration guides. * Strong grasp of secure coding practices and software development lifecycle (SDLC) security. SALARY RANGE: $166,000 - $202,000 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, Access Control, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Application Programming Interface (API), Authentication, Best Practices, Cloud Computing, Code Reviews, Documentation, Employee Assistance Plan, Go Programming Language (Golang), Identity Data Management, Internet Security, Java, OAuth, Open Source, People Management, Programming Languages, Protective Services, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Regulatory Compliance, Secure Coding, Security Architecture, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Security Infrastructure, Security Software, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Technical/Engineering Design, Top Secret Clearance, Usability Engineering, User Documentation ## Description As a Sr. Cybersecurity Engineer II, you'll design and develop technical architecture components enabling application teams to integrate with zero trust authentication and authorization services. You will work closely with application developers, security architects, and infrastructure teams to build secure-by-design integration patterns and accelerate adoption of zero trust principles across the enterprise. We know that you can't have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers. If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below! What you'll do: * Design, develop, and maintain reusable frameworks, libraries, APIs, and reference implementations for zero trust authentication and authorization. * Create developer guides, documentation, and best practices to enable smooth integration with security services. * Implement and support fine-grained authorization patterns (entitlements, row-level security, ABAC). * Collaborate with architects and engineers to ensure security services meet performance, usability, and compliance requirements. * Conduct code reviews and provide guidance to development teams on secure coding and integration practices. * Research emerging zero trust and identity/access management technologies to recommend improvements. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Keeping applications secure by evolving OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100152-keeping-applications-secure-by-evolving-oauth-2-0-and-openid-connect) - [Go with the Flow: Stop the Leaks Before Your Memory's a Waterfall!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100073-go-with-the-flow-stop-the-leaks-before-your-memory-s-a-waterfall) - [Delay the AI Overlords: How OAuth and OpenFGA Can Keep Your AI Agents from Going Rogue](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1637-delay-the-ai-overlords-how-oauth-and-openfga-can-keep-your-ai-agents-from-going-rogue) - [Scoring 2000 Products per Request: Performance Pitfalls in Golang](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2073-scoring-2000-products-per-request-performance-pitfalls-in-golang) - [Securing Your Web Application Pipeline From Intruders](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/53-securing-your-web-application-pipeline-from-intruders) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [How Much Does a Software Engineer Make? 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