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# Lead Cybersecurity Engineer

- **Company:** MITRE Corporation
- **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $158,800.0 - $198,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Amazon Web Services, Apple Mac Systems, Microsoft Azure, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Computer Networks, Linux, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Network Security, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Information and Event Management, Cloud Platform System, QRadar, Information Technology, Operational Systems, Comptia Linux+, Splunk
- **Published:** October 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9241373/lead-cybersecurity-engineer

## About the Role

* Bachelor of Science in Computer Science/Information Systems/ or related field with ten years of relevant experience.
 * Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a bachelor's degree; or 6 years and a master's degree; or a PhD with 3 years' experience; or equivalent combination of related education and work experience.
 * Demonstrated experience creating or analyzing policy at Federal Department/ Agency level.
 * Experience with RMF, NIST SP-800 series, Zero Trust, and Security Controls analysis.
 * Experience in cybersecurity frameworks and application, including requirements analysis and technical writing.
 * Familiarity with risks and risk frameworks applied to Windows, Linux, macOS/Open BSD, or other operating systems.
 * Must have an active Secret U.S Government issued Security Clearance and must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret U.S Government issued Security Clearance. Per the U.S. Government's eligibility requirements, you must be a U.S Citizen to be considered for a security clearance.
 * This position requires a minimum of 4 days a week on-site, * Graduate-level degree in a technical discipline (Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, etc.) or 15 years of relevant experience.
 * Familiarity with both Information Technology (IT), operational technology (OT), and National Security Systems (NSS).
 * 7 years related experience as a cybersecurity analyst or systems/ network security engineer.
 * Experience with various Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms (Splunk, QRadar, Tenable products, etc.)
 * Familiarity with cloud architectures such as AWS, Azure, or others
 * Familiarity with defensive cybersecurity and DoW Information Network operations
 * Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
 * GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN), GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
 * CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Linux+

## Description

* Lead cybersecurity technical, policy, and strategy, assessments and workshops for government agencies.
 * Develop and implement security strategies for MITRE sponsors and programs
 * Provide mentorship to junior professionals.
 * Lead Cybersecurity Risk Management by demonstrating expert knowledge of cybersecurity risk management frameworks (RMF) and methodologies.
 * Conduct Security Controls analysis, workshops, and audits for internal teams and partner organizations.
 * Contribute technically to one or more Sponsor tasks.
 * Collaborate effectively with MITRE, government, and contractors; effectively communicate in writing, presentations, and collaborative discussions; and interface with peers, managers, and sponsors.
 * Promote collaboration and integration with other organizational elements within the department and across MITRE.