Cybersecurity Engineer 3 with Security Clearance

Base-2 Solutions; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Base-2 Solutions is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer 3 to safeguard digital assets and sensitive information. The role focuses on designing and maintaining robust security controls across cloud, on-prem, and DevSecOps environments, with strong emphasis on incident response, logging, and regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will work with cross-functional teams to integrate security throughout the development lifecycle, stay current on trends and frameworks, and produce thorough

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SCI with CI Polygraph is required.
• 7+ years of experience as a cybersecurity engineer.
• Experience implementing continuous monitoring and auditing for compliance with security controls.
• Strong skills in log collection and analysis (Splunk).
• Experience with government frameworks and security standards (NIST SP 800-53, RMF, ICD 503, FISMA, FedRAMP).
• Experience securing cloud, container, and DevSecOps environments (IL5-IL6+).
• Proficiency in incident response, security incident handling, and forensic analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage security solutions (firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, encryption).
• Conduct regular security assessments to identify vulnerabilities.
• Develop and implement incident response plans for security incidents and breaches.
• Collaborate to enforce security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Monitor networks and logs to detect and respond to incidents.
• Investigate anomalies and security breaches to mitigate risks.
• Integrate security into the software development lifecycle.
• Maintain documentation of security processes and configurations.
• Prepare detailed reports on security findings and actions.

Skills

Splunk log analysis

Incident response

Forensic analysis

Security controls design

Regulatory compliance (NIST RMF, FISMA

Cloud security

DevSecOps security

Threat hunting

Communication with stakeholders

CISSP or equivalent

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

PhD

Tools

Fortify

Acunetix

Prisma Cloud

Job description

Job Description Position Summary We are seeking a skilled and motivated Cybersecurity Engineer 3 to join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in safeguarding digital assets and sensitive information. The ideal candidate is a dedicated cybersecurity professional with a strong understanding of current threats and vulnerabilities and the ability to implement robust security measures. The Cybersecurity Engineer 3 will contribute to the design, implementation, and maintenance of cybersecurity infrastructure while staying current on emerging trends, regulatory frameworks, and security best practices. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage security solutions, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, endpoint protection, and encryption mechanisms.
• Conduct regular security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses in systems, networks, and applications.
• Develop and implement incident response plans to effectively address security incidents and breaches.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Monitor network traffic, system logs, and security alerts to detect and respond to potential security incidents.
• Analyze and investigate anomalies and security breaches, taking appropriate actions to mitigate risks.
• Work closely with IT, software development, compliance, and other cross-functional teams to integrate security into all phases of the development lifecycle.
• Maintain thorough and accurate documentation of security processes, procedures, and configurations.
• Prepare detailed reports on security findings, incidents, and actions taken. Required Qualifications
• Active Top Secret/SCI with CI Polygraph.
• 7+ years of experience as a cybersecurity engineer with a specialization in designing and building implementations of required security controls.
• Experience implementing continuous monitoring and auditing of solutions for compliance with security controls.
• Strong skills in specifying and implementing log collection into tools such as Splunk.
• Experience querying and analyzing aggregated logs to identify security-relevant anomalies or risks.
• Strong experience implementing security controls from government regulatory frameworks and security standards, including NIST SP 800-53, RMF, ICD 503, FISMA, and FedRAMP.
• Experience implementing controls for cloud, container, and DevSecOps services and solutions within IL5 to IL6+ environments.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and infrastructure components.
• Proficiency in incident response, security incident handling, and forensic analysis techniques.
• Experience with security tools such as Fortify, Acunetix, and Prisma Cloud.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• CISSP or equivalent certification to support DoD 8140 requirements. Preferred Qualifications
• Not specified. Required Education and Experience Equivalency
• High School Diploma/GED: N/A
• Associate Degree: N/A
• Bachelor's Degree: 7 years of experience.
• Master's Degree: 7 years of experience.
• PhD: 7 years of experience. Required Certifications
• CISSP or equivalent certification to support DoD 8140 requirements. Required Security Clearance
• Active Top Secret/SCI with CI Polygraph. Pay & Benefit Highlights Compensation
• Competitive fixed salary or hourly pay (based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity).
• Employee referral bonuses up to $10,000 per hired referral.
• Additional bonus opportunities for exceptional performance and contributions to business development and company growth (role-dependent). Health
• 100% company-paid medical premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
• Choose from multiple plan options with CareFirst, Kaiser, and UnitedHealthcare, including PPO, POS, HMO, and HSA-compatible plans.
• 100% company-paid dental premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
• 100% company-paid vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents. Income Protection
• 100% company-paid premiums for short-term disability.
• 100% company-paid premiums for long-term disability.
• 100% company-paid premiums for accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D).
• 100% company-paid premiums for life insurance up to $200,000. Retirement
• 401(k) with immediate vesting: 4% company match plus a 4% non-elective company contribution (8% total).
• 401(k) pre-tax and Roth options. Leave
• Up to 20 days of flexible paid time off (PTO).
• 11 paid floating holidays. Work-Life Balance
• Flexible work schedules, including flex time and compressed work periods (contract and project-dependent). NT