Lead Cybersecurity Engineer

SkyePoint Decisions, Inc.; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT service provider is seeking a Lead Cybersecurity Engineer in Bethesda, MD. This role includes leading cybersecurity initiatives, developing security policies, and ensuring compliance. Candidates should have at least 7 years of experience in cybersecurity and a strong knowledge of best practices. Benefits include insurance options and a flexible work environment.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Certification Incentive Program

401k matching

Health insurance options

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience.
• In-depth knowledge of security engineering and penetration testing.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and pass the customer's background check.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and management of cybersecurity initiatives.
• Develop and enforce security policies and conduct risk assessments.
• Strategic planning and incident response.

Skills

Architecting and deploying tools

Network and email traffic inspection

Knowledge of security best practices

Familiarity with security policies

Strong technical skills

Tools

Tenable

Splunk

BigFix

Job description

Overview

SkyePoint Decisions is a leading Cybersecurity Architecture and Engineering, Critical Infrastructure and Operations, and Applications Development and Maintenance IT service provider headquartered in Dulles, Virginia, with operations across the U.S. We provide innovative enterprise-wide solutions as well as targeted services addressing the complex challenges faced by our federal government clients. Our focus is on enabling our clients to deliver their mission most efficiently and effectively – anytime, anywhere, securely. We combine technical expertise, mission awareness, and an empowered workforce to produce meaningful results.

As a SkyePoint employee, you will have the opportunity to support some of our nation’s most critical information systems by utilizing your existing cybersecurity skills and talents, as well as new skills you will learn in your role. You will work to protect our customer’s most sensitive data and complex systems from threats such as cyber-attacks, insider threats, rogue network devices, and malicious software and applications. Collaboration with a team of like-minded professionals will be key to improving cybersecurity infrastructure, architecture, and deployment configurations. Your ideas and contributions will matter.

This is a contingent position based upon contract win.

Responsibilities

SkyePoint Decisions, Inc. is seeking a Lead Cybersecurity Engineer for a proposal effort. This position is considered key personnel on the program.

This is an onsite position based in Bethesda, MD, and requires the candidate to reside in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and management of cybersecurity initiatives.
• Develop and enforce security policies, conduct risk assessments, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Strategic planning
• Security operations
• Risk management and compliance
• Incident response
• Team leadership

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience.
• Experience architecting and deploying tools to intercept and inspect network and email traffic, and in Endpoint technology for end-user workstations and servers.
• Knowledge of security industry best practices and standards, especially related to compromise assessments.
• Working knowledge of security software such as Tenable, Splunk, and BigFix.
• In-depth knowledge of security engineering, network engineering, penetration testing, and assessment of security controls.
• Ability to consult with customers at a high level and generate reports to track progress.
• Familiarity with HHS/DHS security policies/directives and continuous monitoring.
• Strong technical skills, leadership abilities, and a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity threats and solutions.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and pass the customer's background check.

Preferred certifications:

• GIAC
• CISSP
• Splunk

What We Can Offer You

• Recognition and giving back to employees, families, and communities, fostering a positive mindset.
• Great benefits including various insurance options, HSA, FSA, dental, disability, life insurance, federal holidays, and 401k matching.
• Certification Incentive Program to promote professional development.
• SkyePoint DoD SkillBridge Industry Partner Fellowship Program.

• Flexible work environment.

Compensation

Salary Range: TBD

The salary range is a general guideline, influenced by location, experience, education, and market factors. Additional incentives may be available.

We offer benefits including certification incentives, PTO, holidays, insurance options, and 401k matching.

SkyePoint Decisions is an ISO 9001:2015 and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certified small business, CMMI Level 3 appraised. We value excellence, collaboration, and individual accountability. We are committed to diversity, equity, and community engagement. Be aware of recruiting scams claiming to represent SkyePoint Decisions. For more info, visit our Careers site. We participate in E-Verify. U.S. Citizenship is required for most roles. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.