Lead Security Engineer

Overview:

My client a growing cyber security consulting firm is seeking a Lead Security Engineer to join a high-visibility federal program supporting enterprise security modernization efforts. This role is focused on building secure systems architecture, integrating cybersecurity into the development lifecycle, and ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity frameworks and standards.

Location: On-site at Client HQ – Washington, DC (Hybrid: 3 days per week)
Clearance: Must currently hold a Top Secret clearance

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of secure enterprise architecture

• Integrate security controls into the SDLC and automate security testing

• Support A&A documentation efforts and implement Risk Management Framework (RMF)

• Conduct security architecture reviews, IV&V testing, and compliance assessments

• Manage and maintain security tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners)

• Ensure cloud environments align with STIGs, CIS benchmarks, and FedRAMP standards

• Provide expert guidance to the Client OCIO and Deputy CIO on secure architecture strategies

Required Qualifications:

• Certifications:
  CISSP, CISM, or ISSEP

• Technical Expertise In:

• Cybersecurity engineering & DevSecOps

• Zero Trust Architecture

• RMF and NIST standards (800-53, FISMA, FedRAMP)

• Integration of cybersecurity into SDLC
  
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You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
• Paid Sick Time Leave
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
• 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.