Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

9thwayinsignia; United States; On-site; USD 98,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

9th Way Insignia is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to support the COSE program for the Department of Veterans Affairs. The role focuses on implementing robust security controls, risk management, and compliance across cloud, hybrid, and on‑prem environments.

The candidate will translate standards into actionable engineering work, produce security documentation, and advise leadership on risk treatment. This position requires a security clearance and background investigation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent technical experience in a related field.
• Seven+ years in cybersecurity engineering, security architecture, or assessments.
• Experience with authorization activities and risk management frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Engineer and assess security capabilities across identity, devices, networks, applications, data, and cloud platforms.
• Translate NIST, FISMA, RMF, FedRAMP, and agency security requirements into implementable controls.
• Support authorization activities by developing system security documentation and remediation plans.
• Analyze vulnerabilities and security findings; provide recommendations and track resolution.
• Advise on security design and risk treatment with architects and leadership.

Skills

RMF

NIST 800-53

FISMA

FedRAMP

Zero Trust

Cloud security

Vulnerability analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity

Job description

9th Way Insignia is a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business bringing transformative technology to our government customers so they can achieve their missions. Our specialties include cybersecurity, cloud modernization, software development, data analytics, enterprise architecture, enterprise IT, analytics, process automation, and artificial intelligence. Learn more about 9th Way Insignia at https://9thwayinsignia.com/.

Project Introduction

The Department of Veterans Affairs Cybersecurity Operations and Services Enterprise (COSE) program delivers the enterprise cybersecurity operations, engineering, architecture, risk, and compliance support that safeguards VA systems, data, and mission delivery. The team helps strengthen the cyber resilience of the digital services relied on by Veterans, their families, and the VA workforce.

9th Way Insignia is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to support this program. This position is contingent upon contract award.

Professional Level

E3 - Engineer

Responsibilities

• Engineer and assess security capabilities across identity, devices, networks, applications, data, and cloud platforms.
• Translate NIST, FISMA, RMF, FedRAMP, and agency security requirements into implementable technical controls.
• Support authorization activities by developing and reviewing system security documentation, control evidence, and remediation plans.
• Analyze vulnerabilities, control gaps, and security findings; develop technical recommendations and track resolution.
• Advise architects, engineers, system owners, and leadership on security design and risk treatment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information technology, information systems, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant technical experience.
• Seven or more years of cybersecurity engineering, security architecture, or security assessment experience.
• Experience with RMF, NIST SP 800-53, FISMA, FedRAMP, and authorization-to-operate activities.
• Experience applying Zero Trust principles and assessing security controls in cloud, hybrid, or on-premises environments.
• Ability to produce clear technical documentation and brief stakeholders on security risks and recommendations.

Salary Range

$98,135 - $125,000 USD

9th Way Insignia's range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Clearance/Background Investigation

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Benefits

Eligible employees will have access to our comprehensive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life Insurance, 401(k), Basic Life A&D, STD, LTD, PTO, Telehealth, paid holidays, FSA, HSA. Additional resources include our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Traveling Assistance.

Legal

We're an equal employment opportunity employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change - no matter their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Equal Employment Opportunity Notice

Applicants have the right to be free from unlawful workplace discrimination. Please review the EEOC's Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal notice. Accessible formats and translations are also available from the EEOC.

Application Accommodations

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