SOSi · 16 hours ago
Cyber Security Engineer
Reston, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
7+ years expSOSi is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to join their team at SOS International. This role focuses on strengthening the enterprise and customer-facing security posture across various environments, while engineering and implementing controls to protect sensitive data and align with federal frameworks.
ConsultingGovernmentInformation Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Seble Stewart
Responsibilities
Lead SOSi Corporate Classified Information Systems and serve as the primary ISSM for all classified spaces
Develop and conduct risk assessment procedures to verify RMF/A&A safeguards in accordance with NISPOM/DAAPM, RMF, JSIG, and NIST 800-series (800-53, 800-171) guidelines
Direct all cybersecurity tasks including Authorization and Accreditation (A&A), risk management, vulnerability management, and privacy analysis
Author and maintain critical security documentation, including System Security Plans (SSP) and Security Controls, to obtain and sustain system ATOs
Collaborate with system owners to address Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) and conduct continuous evaluations of system security controls
Design and implement security reference architectures for endpoints, networks, identity, and cloud workloads aligned with zero-trust principles
Engineer guardrails (policies, blueprints, landing zones), encryption, secrets management, and container security (Kubernetes) across Azure, AWS, GCP, or OCI using Infrastructure as Code (Bicep/Terraform)
Enforce least-privilege, RBAC/ABAC, and MFA/conditional access across Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) and supporting directories
Build and tune detections (SIEM/EDR) and manage the end-to-end incident lifecycle: triage, evidence preservation, containment, eradication, and recovery
Define audit events, ensure reliable log collection/integrity, and generate compliance reports for leadership and external auditors
Coordinate with incident response teams to facilitate penetration testing, forensic analysis, and tabletop exercises
Operate and mature the vulnerability management program (e.g., Qualys), tracking findings through remediation and Change Advisory Board (CAB) control
Enforce classification/labeling and FIPS-validated encryption for CUI/FCI data at rest and in transit, including secure handling of removable media and sanitization
Implement and maintain secure configuration baselines based on CIS/STIG requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; OR equivalent experience
Minimum seven years of experience in cyber security or a related field
Strong understanding of network security, endpoint security, cloud security, and application security
Experience with security technologies such as intrusion detection/prevention systems, SIEM, antivirus software, and encryption techniques
Familiarity with regulatory requirements and standards such as CMMC, NIST, and ISO/IEC 27001
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining high standards of security
Proven track record of successfully managing and mitigating cyber threats and incidents
Experience in developing and implementing security strategies and policies
Preferred
Current active, in-scope DoD Secret clearance, with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
One or more relevant certifications: Security+, CISSP, CASP+, CCSP, CISM, GIAC (e.g., GCIH/GCIA/GCED/GCLD), AZ-500, SC-200/300, or cloud-provider security certs
Background with vulnerability management at scale (e.g., Qualys) and secure baseline management (CIS/STIG)
Familiarity with email security, DLP, MDM/MAM, ZTNA/secure web gateways, and container/Kubernetes security
Master's degree is a plus
Company
SOSi
SOSi solves the challenges of the modern mission.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jim Edwards
Chief Growth Officer
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