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ShorePoint Inc · 5 hours ago

Security Systems Engineer

Herndon, VA

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

7+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Create, assess, and update system/application security configuration baselines by defining, establishing, and validating systems' compliance with security baselines.

Design, develop, test, and evaluate information system security throughout the system development life cycle.

Implement and update system security measures that ensure confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, and non-repudiation.

Develop risk mitigation strategies to address vulnerabilities and recommend necessary security changes.

Conduct security reviews to identify security gaps in system architecture.

Perform risk analysis (threat, vulnerability, and probability assessments) when systems or applications undergo major changes.

Identify and resolve conflicts in the implementation of cyber defense tools, including tool configurations, policies, and signature optimization.

Implement Risk Management Framework (RMF)/Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) requirements for dedicated cyber defense systems and maintain relevant documentation.

Access Azure subscriptions to apply Azure Policies at the management group, subscription, or resource group level to enforce security rules and ensure compliance with the Agency Hardening Guide.

Monitor resource configurations to identify potential security risks through policy evaluations.

Collaborate with various teams to maintain and update deployed Azure Policies as changes are made to the Agency Hardening Guide.

Qualification

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CybersecurityAzure PoliciesSecurity ArchitectureRisk Management FrameworkNetwork SecurityApplication SecurityCloud SecurityIntrusion Detection SystemsVulnerability ScanningFirewallsContinuous Integration/Continuous DeploymentRelevant Industry CertificationTechnical Communication

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Engineering or a related field.

7+ years of relevant cybersecurity experience.

Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking to develop undefined tasks into actionable processes and work streams.

Experience implementing and managing Azure Policies to enforce security compliance and evaluate risks.

Experience developing and deploying critical security architecture solutions and hardening guides across technologies, such as firewalls, Web Application Firewalls (WAFs), CASB/SASE, proxies, Network Security Groups (NSGs), and other cybersecurity solutions.

Intermediate knowledge of network and host-based firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, vulnerability scanning, anti-malware protection, secure data transmission technologies, and network monitoring/protection solutions.

Familiarity with multiple cybersecurity tools, including Configuration Assessment, Log Aggregation, Integrity Verification, Network Access Control System, and Endpoint Security Solutions.

Working knowledge of cloud security, application security, network security, and disaster recovery.

Strong written and verbal technical communication skills.

Proven ability to develop effective working relationships that improve the quality of work products.

Ability to maintain focus and develop proficiency in new skills rapidly.

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle competing priorities.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, coordinate resources, and ensure scheduled goals are met.

Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to seek out data and evaluate solutions effectively.

This position requires U.S. citizenship in compliance with federal contract requirements.

Preferred

Ability to provide guidance on Enterprise Logging configurations for endpoint security technologies, firewalls, routers, switches, and CTEM monitoring applications.

Experience analyzing audit results and working with stakeholders to resolve vulnerabilities and document exceptions.

Strong ability to develop partnerships across IT functions where they intersect with security.

Knowledge of modern software development and deployment practices, including unit testing, CI/CD (continuous integration/continuous deployment).

Relevant industry certification.