Security Operations Engineer

540; Satellite Beach (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO

Health, dental and vision insurance

401k with employer match

Professional development (training, C/

Paid cloud developer accounts

Referral bonuses

HQ office perks

Annual company events

Ticket access perks

Job summary

540 is seeking a Security Operations Engineer to support a partnership with Google and the Department of Defense, advancing mission-critical data processing capabilities. You will implement and maintain cybersecurity controls across cloud and platform environments, ensuring security, compliance, and resilience in highly regulated settings.

Responsibilities include vulnerability management, DoD RMF/NIST 800-53 alignment, incident response, and collaboration with engineers to embed security into

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (preferred).
• 5+ years of cybersecurity experience in high-regulated environments.
• Active DoD clearance with TS/SCI eligibility or ability to obtain.
• Experience implementing RMF and NIST 800-53 controls.
• Experience with cloud security in AWS/Azure/Google Cloud.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of security controls across cloud infrastructure, platforms, and applications.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with DoD security requirements and frameworks (RMF, NIST 800-53).
• Collaborate with engineers and architects to integrate security into system design and development.
• Support vulnerability management, scanning, and remediation efforts.
• Assist in monitoring system security posture and responding to security findings.
• Support development and maintenance of security documentation, including SSPs and POA&Ms.
• Participate in security assessments, audits, and authorization activities.
• Support incident response activities and root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote secure development and operational practices.

Skills

5+ years cybersecurity experience

Cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google

RMF & NIST 800-53

DoD security frameworks & STIGs

DevSecOps & CI/CD security integration

SAST & Fortify security scanning

Containerized/cloud-native security

CompTIA Security+ certification

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field

Tools

eMASS

Job description

540 is seeking a Security Operations Engineer to support our partnership with Google and the Department of Defense in advancing mission-critical capabilities for a global data processing platform. This platform leverages Machine Learning, modern cloud and containerized technologies to ingest, process, and analyze high-volume, time-series data.

In this role, you will support the implementation and maintenance of cybersecurity controls across a complex cloud and platform environment. You will work closely with engineers, architects, and security stakeholders to ensure systems are secure, compliant, and resilient within highly regulated, high-impact environments.

Location : Patrick SFB, FL or Arlington, VA. Candidates should be local to either location. Onsite support may be required based on mission and customer needs. Travel up to 25%

Citizenship & Clearance Requirement : Per client requirements, candidates must be U.S. Citizens with an active DoW clearance with TS/SCI eligibility

Education Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (preferred)

540 Internal Thrive Level: Security Specialist III

WHY 540?

540 is a forward-thinking company that the government turns to in order to #getshitdone. We don’t just talk about innovation – we deliver it. We break down barriers, build impactful technology, and solve mission-critical problems.

HOW YOU’LL DRIVE IMPACT

• Support implementation of security controls across cloud infrastructure, platforms, and applications
• Assist in maintaining compliance with DoD security requirements and frameworks (RMF, NIST 800-53)
• Collaborate with engineers and architects to integrate security into system design and development
• Support vulnerability management, scanning, and remediation efforts
• Assist in monitoring system security posture and responding to security findings
• Support development and maintenance of security documentation, including SSPs and POA&Ms
• Participate in security assessments, audits, and authorization activities
• Support incident response activities and root cause analysis
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote secure development and operational practices

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, or related roles
• Experience working with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)
• Experience completing the RMF process from start to finish, including required documentation
• Experience creating and managing ATO packages in eMASS
• Familiarity with DoD security frameworks and NIST 800-53 Rev. 5
• Familiarity with STIGs and cybersecurity scanning (SAST, Fortify)
• Familiarity with securing containerized environments and cloud-native applications
• Experience with DevSecOps practices and CI/CD security integration
• Experience in Cybersecurity automation (policy as code)
• CompTIA Security+ certification required (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire)

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience supporting Google Cloud environments (GCP)
• Experience securing machine learning operations (MLOps)
• Familiarity with cloud security concepts
• Experience working with Linux-based systems
• Experience supporting cybersecurity efforts within high-security or highly-regulated environments

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Flexible PTO + all Federal holidays off
• Health, dental and vision insurance plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401k with employer match
• Company-sponsored life insurance, short- and long-term disability
• Professional development (training, certifications, conferences)
• Paid cloud developer accounts
• Referral bonuses
• HQ office perks (parking / metro reimbursement, nitro coffee & lunches)
• Annual social events (540 Week, hackathon, charity golf tournament, etc.)
• Access to 540’s Washington Capitals & Nationals tickets

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO)

540’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.