Chief Cybersecurity Engineer

KellyMitchell Group; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 165,000 - 207,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Employee‑Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP)

401K offered

Job summary

KellyMitchell Group in Bethesda, Maryland is seeking a Chief Cybersecurity Engineer to join our client’s team. The role focuses on securing hybrid on‑premises and cloud environments and leading enterprise security initiatives.

You will develop and enforce cybersecurity architecture, standards, and policies aligned with FedRAMP, NIST, and FISMA; provide risk and vulnerability guidance; mentor junior engineers; and collaborate with IT, DevOps, and cloud teams to implement resilient, compliant

Qualifications

• 4+ years of cybersecurity engineering in government environments.
• 2+ years as a cybersecurity engineer.
• 2+ years with FedRAMP hybrid on‑prem and cloud stacks.
• CISSP certification.
• Hands-on with architecture, risk assessment, vulnerability management, and compliance.
• Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the principal cybersecurity engineer for enterprise systems.
• Lead transition projects migrating on‑prem systems to hybrid cloud while maintaining security.
• Develop and enforce cybersecurity architecture, standards, and policies (FedRAMP, NIST, FISMA).
• Provide guidance on risk assessment, vulnerability management, and mitigations.
• Collaborate with IT, DevOps, and cloud teams to implement secure designs.
• Mentor junior engineers and conduct technical reviews, audits, assessments.

Skills

Cybersecurity engineering

Government experience

Risk assessment

Vulnerability management

Compliance frameworks

Leadership & mentoring

Communication skills

FedRAMP knowledge

Education

CISSP certification

Job description

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a Chief Cybersecurity Engineer to join their team! This position is located in Bethesda, Maryland.

Duties

Serve as the principal cybersecurity engineer for enterprise systems, focusing on hybrid on-premises and cloud environments Lead cybersecurity efforts for transition projects, migrating systems from on-premises to hybrid cloud solutions while maintaining security compliance Develop and enforce cybersecurity architecture, standards, and policies aligned with federal frameworks: FedRAMP, NIST, FISMA Provide expert guidance on risk assessment, vulnerability management, and mitigation strategies for enterprise networks Collaborate with IT, DevOps, and cloud teams to implement secure system designs and operational controls Advise leadership on cybersecurity strategy, compliance, and technical risk associated with hybrid infrastructure Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior cybersecurity engineers and cross-functional teams Conduct technical reviews, audits, and assessments to ensure secure system operations and regulatory compliance

Desired Skills/Experience

4+ years of experience in a governmental organization performing cybersecurity engineering functions 2+ years of experience as a cybersecurity engineer 2+ years experience with government (FedRAMP) hybrid on-premises and cloud technology stack environments CISSP certification Experience in transitioning systems from on-premises to hybrid on-premises and cloud networks is strongly preferred Hands‑on experience with cybersecurity architecture, risk assessment, vulnerability management, and compliance frameworks Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills for addressing complex cybersecurity challenges Excellent verbal and written communication skills for technical discussions, executive briefings, and cross‑functional collaboration Proven ability to mentor teams and lead cybersecurity initiatives across enterprise environments

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
• Employee‑Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP)
• 401K offered

The approximate pay range for this position is between $120.00 and $150.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.

Company Culture

At KellyMitchell, our culture is world class. We’re movers and shakers! We don’t mind a bit of friendly competition, and we reward hard work with unlimited potential for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We're passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges. As an employee‑owned, women‑led organization serving Fortune 500 companies nationwide, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice.