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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Cybersecurity Engineer (TS/SCI) - **Company:** Praescient Analytics - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Business Analytics Applications, Systems Engineering, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Static Program Analysis, Cyber Security, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Information Systems Security Engineering Professional, Machine Learning, OpenShift, Open Web Application Security, Systems Development Life Cycle, Fortify (Software), Zero Trust Network Access, Secure Coding, Security Software, Software Engineering, SonarQube, Systems Integration, Software Vulnerability Management, Software Security, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Azure Service Fabric, Devsecops, Dynamic Application Security Testing - **Published:** June 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8981225/lead-cybersecurity-engineer-tssci ## About the Role * Experience: Minimum of eight (8) years of senior-level experience in application security, secure software development, and cybersecurity engineering within DoD/IC environments. * Certification: Active DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level III certification (e.g., CASP+, CCNP Security, or equivalent). * Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance (with ability to pass/maintain a CI Polygraph). * Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship is strictly required., * Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related technical field. * Advanced Certifications: Expert-level certifications such as CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, CISM, or Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH). * Cloud & DevSecOps Expertise: Proven track record of securing cloud-native solutions (AWS, Azure PaaS environments) and integrating automated security gates into Kubernetes or OpenShift container pipelines. * AI/ML Security: Knowledge of securing AI/ML models against adversarial attacks, data poisoning, and model extraction vectors. * ATO Track Record: Demonstrated history of successful ATO submissions and navigating systemic risk management processes for complex federal IT enterprises. ## Description As the Lead Cybersecurity Engineer, you will provide cybersecurity leadership, architecture design, and technical oversight for application development and systems engineering activities. You will be responsible for defining the technical security posture of all next-generation analytic applications, ensuring secure coding practices, and driving continuous monitoring and risk assessment frameworks across multiple classification domains., * Strategic Security Oversight: Develop and implement comprehensive cybersecurity strategies, technical policies, and procedures in strict alignment with NIST SP 800-53, DoD RMF, ICD 503, and Zero Trust architecture principles. * Collaboration & Governance: Proactively engage with the DIA CIO to ensure information technology security, architecture, and compliance mandates are effectively implemented. Collaborate on formal accreditation efforts to ensure all advanced systems achieve Authority to Operate (ATO) eligibility. * Secure Coding Enforcements: Enforce secure software development lifecycles (SDLC) and secure coding standards aligned with OWASP guidelines. * Automated Security Pipelines: Oversee the integration of security mechanisms into a fully automated Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipeline. * Vulnerability Management: Coordinate and review comprehensive security testing results, including static code analysis (e.g., SonarQube, Fortify), dynamic application security testing (DAST), container security scanning, and third-party dependency analysis. * Incident Response: Manage incident response protocols, conduct defensive cybersecurity operations, track vulnerability remediations, and lead root-cause analysis for critical security incidents. * RMF Package Preparation: Oversee the creation and maintenance of crucial compliance artifacts, including Security Control Implementation Plans, Continuous Monitoring Strategies, Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) tracking, and complete ATO packages. * Team Mentorship: Lead, mentor, and train junior cybersecurity staff and developers on emerging threats, application security, and cloud security frameworks., * Real opportunity for career growth in an environment where your achievements will be celebrated * Constant collaboration with numerous teams to ensure client success * A team that respects and embraces your ideas and expertise * Coworkers that are motivated by pursuing excellence, rather than the prospect of personal gain * A workplace dedicated to supporting and bettering public safety and government agencies ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [DevSecOps: Injecting Security into Mobile CI/CD Pipelines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/273-devsecops-injecting-security-into-mobile-ci-cd-pipelines) - [This Is Not Your Father's .NET](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/967-this-is-not-your-father-s-net) - [Automated Code Quality Checks with Custom SonarQube Rules](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/428-automated-code-quality-checks-with-custom-sonarqube-rules) - [DevSecOps culture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/783-devsecops-culture) - [You can’t hack what you can’t see](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/41-you-can-t-hack-what-you-can-t-see) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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