Analyzing, modifying when necessary, and maintaining the client’s certification to field security approvals (continuous ATO) by implementing DISA STIGs through automated Ansible Playbooks and hardened Dockerfiles.
Conducting and analyzing auditing requirements continuously, implementing and monitoring logging, metrics, and tracing stacks via Grafana, Loki, Prometheus, Tempo, and Alloy.
Enforcing zero-trust network architectures and traffic management within containerized environments using Istio or similar service meshes.
Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience in IT security, information assurance, or DevSecOps engineering
Background in secure software development with a proficiency in a scripting or programming language (e.g., Python, Golang) with an emphasis on automation and a foundational knowledge of how to interact with REST APIs
Experience and enjoyment in working directly with customers to improve cyber security posture
Experience authoring and maintaining systems security documentation and hardening configurations for modern cloud environments
Experience in generating appropriate security documentation to receive proper authorization from customer security personnel, and correcting security shortfalls as they are identified through customer-sponsored reviews
Strong understanding of Kubernetes Administration and a deep foundational knowledge of containerization (Docker and similar technologies)
Understanding of the cyber environment and threats of our cyber adversaries, specifically regarding cloud and supply-chain vulnerabilities
Possesses strong technical skills and analytic ability
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related technical field
IAT Lvl 2 certification (e.g., Security+)
US Citizenship and active TS/SCI clearance
Desired Qualifications
Previous experience as an ISSE / ISSM in a DoD or federal environment
Relevant technical certifications such as Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS), or cloud-specific professional DevOps/Security certifications
The estimated salary range for this position is $130,000.00 - $140.000.00, commensurate on experience and technical interview.
This position will be hybrid on-site based out of Herndon, VA or Colorado Springs, Colorado.
We are strictly looking for direct, full-time W2 employees. We do not engage with third-party staffing agencies, C2C, or 1099 independent contractors for this role.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity, confirm US Citizenship, and complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire.
