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# Security Engineer

- **Company:** Knowledge Management, Inc
- **Location:** Woodbridge, VA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Software System Penetration Testing, Cyber Security, Digital Forensics, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Information and Event Management, Kubernetes, Cybercrime, Security Orchestration, Automation & Response, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** June 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9000262/security-engineer

## About the Role

Security Clearance: Active DHS Public Trust preferred. Anyone with an active DOD clearance, would be processed for a DHS Public Trust.

Salary: Please provide your salary requirement

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or related field; 5+ years information security experience in federal environments, 3+ years FISMA High implementation and compliance management

Certifications: CISSP, CISM, or similar advanced certification, NIST framework and FISMA compliance certifications, Continuous monitoring and SIEM certifications, * Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or related field

 * Security certifications required: CISSP, CISM, or similar advanced certification
 * NIST framework and FISMA compliance certifications preferred
 * Continuous monitoring and SIEM certifications beneficial, * 5+ years information security experience in federal environments
 * 3+ years FISMA High implementation and compliance management
 * Strong background in NIST 800-53 controls and Zero Trust Architecture
 * Experience with security automation and orchestration platforms
 * Demonstrated expertise in threat hunting and incident response
 * Knowledge of Treasury security requirements and criminal investigation sensitivities
 * Current or previous experience with the IRS

Benefits: All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefits programs

## Description

Implement and maintain comprehensive security controls for IRS Criminal Investigation's digital forensics infrastructure. Ensure FISMA High compliance while supporting sensitive law enforcement operations requiring advanced threat detection and response capabilities., * Maintain FISMA High security controls and NIST SP 800-53 compliance

 * Implement continuous monitoring and automated security assessments
 * Develop and execute security hardening procedures
 * Support ATO documentation and security change request processes
 * Deploy AI-driven security features and threat detection tools
 * Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing coordination


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