Senior Cybersecurity Engineer (Controls & Assessment Lead)

TL;DR

Senior Cybersecurity Engineer (Controls & Assessment Lead) (Cybersecurity): Leading security controls implementation and risk assessment activities for technology integration initiatives with an accent on federal compliance and risk reduction. Focus on establishing risk frameworks for pilots, ensuring NIST/FISMA/FedRAMP compliance, and aligning with CISA's Zero Trust Strategy.

Location: Onsite in Arlington, VA. U.S. Citizenship and active TS/SCI clearance required.

Company

hirify.global provides advanced cyber, data operations, and intelligence mission support services for government and commercial markets.

What you will do

• Lead security controls assessment and implementation for technology integration pilots.
• Establish risk frameworks for pilot design and ensure compliance with federal requirements (NIST, FISMA, FedRAMP).
• Conduct security assessments of proposed technology insertions and define security boundaries.
• Coordinate with RMF and security teams on authorization activities.
• Align security architecture and pilot execution with CISA's Zero Trust Strategy.
• Develop security metrics to measure the outcomes of pilot and production environments.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship and active TS/SCI clearance.
• Ability to obtain Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entry on Duty (EOD) Suitability.
• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or security architecture.
• Expert knowledge of federal security frameworks (NIST 800-53, RMF, FISMA).
• Experience leading security assessments and authorization activities in operational environments.
• BS in Cyber Security, Computer Science, or related degree.

Nice to have

• Certifications: DoD 8140 IAT Level II, CAP, or CRISC.
• ITIL, PMP, or similar project management certifications.
• Experience with CISA programs or security assessment of malware analysis platforms.
• Knowledge of cloud security assessment and authorization.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps and security automation practices.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative environment working with experts passionate about cybersecurity.
• Opportunity to drive innovation and solve complex problems for critical government missions.
• Commitment to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace.