Cybersecurity Engineer II: Cloud, DevSecOps & Automation

Commonwealth Of Virginia; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 101,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Savers Plan is seeking an Information Security Engineer II to design, implement, and manage enterprise security controls across critical systems. You will investigate incidents, deploy SIEM/EDR/DLP tools, and collaborate with IT and development teams to embed security throughout the lifecycle.

The role emphasizes automation, AI-driven security, and DevSecOps practices, with opportunities to mentor others and advance security initiatives in cloud environments.

Qualifications

• Degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in secure network and system configuration, security architecture, risk management and/or security operations.
• Extensive hands‑on experience designing and implementing security controls, leading complex threat‑response efforts, and mentoring others in advanced security practices.
• Relevant industry certifications such as Security+, Network+, GIAC, CISSP, or vendor security certifications such as AWS Certified Security.
• Knowledge of system, application, and network vulnerabilities and countermeasures.
• Knowledge of current network technologies, architectures, protocols, and standards; encryption; and security products and tools.
• Knowledge of current trends and technologies related to information security including Artificial Intelligence.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong project management and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while adjusting to shifting priorities to meet critical deadlines.
• Strong problem solving and detail orientation skills.
• Ability to facilitate cooperation from all team members including staff, vendors, and other partners.
• Analytical ability sufficient to evaluate processes, procedures, and data and make recommendations accordingly.
• Ability to write automation code, manage code with version control and collaborate using GitHub

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage enterprise security solutions and controls.
• Investigate and respond to security incidents, threats, and vulnerabilities.
• Deploy and enhance technologies including SIEM, SOAR, EDR, DLP, and cloud security tools.
• Collaborate with IT and development teams to integrate security throughout the system lifecycle.
• Advance automation, AI‑driven security capabilities, and DevSecOps practices.
• Research emerging threats and recommend innovative solutions to improve security and resilience.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Security architecture

Threat response

Cloud security

DevSecOps

Automation

AI in security

Communication skills

Project management

GitHub

Education

Degree or certification in Cybersecurity/IT/CS

Tools

SIEM

SOAR

EDR

DLP

Cloud security tools

GitHub

Job description

Commonwealth Savers Plan is seeking an Information Security Engineer II to design, implement, and manage enterprise security controls across critical systems. You will investigate incidents, deploy SIEM/EDR/DLP tools, and collaborate with IT and development teams to embed security throughout the lifecycle.

The role emphasizes automation, AI-driven security, and DevSecOps practices, with opportunities to mentor others and advance security initiatives in cloud environments.