Lead Cyber Security Engineer

MartinFederal Consulting, LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MartinFederal Consulting, LLC is seeking a Lead Cyber Security Engineer in Arlington, Virginia, to provide technical leadership in cybersecurity initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in cybersecurity engineering and vulnerability management, ensuring compliance with federal security requisites.

Responsibilities include leading implementation of cybersecurity solutions, conducting risk assessments, and mentoring technical teams. A Master's Degree and relevant certifications are required.

Qualifications

• United States Citizen with a DoD Secret clearance.
• Minimum of 10 years of hands-on cybersecurity engineering experience.
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing enterprise cybersecurity solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise cybersecurity solutions.
• Conduct security assessments, vulnerability analyses, and penetration testing.
• Develop and implement cybersecurity strategies, policies, and standards.

Skills

Cybersecurity engineering

Vulnerability management

Risk assessment

Incident response

Secure systems design

Education

Master's Degree in Computer Science

CISSP or CEH certification

Tools

Vulnerability assessment tools

Security monitoring technologies

Threat detection platforms

Job description

JOB OVERVIEW

MartinFed is seeking a highly experienced Lead Cyber Security Engineer to provide technical leadership in the design, implementation, assessment, and continuous improvement of enterprise cybersecurity programs and secure system architectures. The ideal candidate will serve as a senior technical authority, leading cybersecurity initiatives across complex environments while ensuring compliance with federal security requirements, industry best practices, and emerging threat mitigation strategies.

This role requires a hands‑on cybersecurity professional with extensive experience in security engineering, vulnerability management, risk assessment, incident response, and secure systems design. The Lead Cyber Security Engineer will mentor technical teams, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive cybersecurity strategy to protect critical systems and data.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise cybersecurity solutions and security architectures.
• Provide technical leadership for security engineering initiatives across cloud, on‑premises, and hybrid environments.
• Conduct security assessments, vulnerability analyses, penetration testing reviews, and risk evaluations.
• Develop and implement cybersecurity strategies, policies, standards, and procedures aligned with organizational objectives.
• Lead incident response activities, forensic investigations, and remediation efforts for security events.
• Evaluate emerging cybersecurity threats and recommend proactive mitigation strategies.
• Support security accreditation and authorization efforts, including compliance with NIST, RMF, FISMA, and other federal cybersecurity frameworks.
• Architect and implement secure network, system, and application security controls.
• Oversee vulnerability management programs, including scanning, analysis, remediation, and reporting.
• Collaborate with software developers, system engineers, and IT personnel to integrate security throughout the system development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Mentor junior cybersecurity professionals and provide technical guidance across cybersecurity projects.
• Develop executive‑level reports and briefings on cybersecurity risks, incidents, and security posture.
• Support audits, assessments, and regulatory compliance activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• United States Citizen with a DoD Secret clearance.
• Master’s Degree in Computer Science or a closely related technical field.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CEH or similar.
• Minimum of 10 years of hands‑on cybersecurity engineering experience.
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing enterprise cybersecurity solutions.
• Extensive knowledge of cybersecurity principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Experience with vulnerability assessment tools, security monitoring technologies, and threat detection platforms.
• Strong understanding of network security, system hardening, identity and access management, and security architecture.
• Experience supporting federal cybersecurity frameworks and standards, including:
  • NIST 800 Series
  • Risk Management Framework (RMF)
  • FISMA
  • Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
• Experience leading cybersecurity projects and technical teams.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Inside office environment.
• Working on a computer for long periods of time.
• May involve long period of sitting at a desk.
• The work environment is fast‑paced and sometimes involves extreme deadline pressures.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO STATEMENT

MartinFed is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, religious creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, protected Veteran Status, genetics or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. In addition to federal law requirements, MartinFed complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all locations.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access MartinFed's current openings as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 855.212.1810. Thank you for your interest in MartinFed.

All positions at MartinFed are contingent upon passing a background check prior to a start date and are subject to random drug screenings during the employment period. In addition, MartinFed is an E‑Verify employer.