Senior Cybersecurity Engineer (Federal)

TL;DR

Senior Cybersecurity Engineer (Federal): Designing, implementing, and maintaining security controls for federal information systems with an accent on NIST RMF compliance and risk mitigation. Focus on supporting Authorization to Operate (ATO) processes, managing security tools, and safeguarding sensitive biomedical research data.

Location: Must be based in or able to work on-site/hybrid in Baltimore, Maryland

Salary: $157,000 - $171,000 yearly

Company

hirify.global delivers health and national security readiness solutions through science research, systems engineering, and digital transformation for federal programs.

What you will do

• Design and implement cybersecurity controls aligned with NIST RMF frameworks.
• Support Authorization to Operate (ATO) processes and maintain security documentation like SSP, POA&M, and SAR.
• Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scans, and risk analyses.
• Manage security tools including SIEM, endpoint protection, and vulnerability management platforms.
• Ensure compliance with FISMA, NIST SP 800-53, and NIH/HHS security policies.
• Provide technical guidance on secure architecture and system hardening to system owners.

Requirements

• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity engineering.
• CISSP industry certification required
• Hands-on experience with NIST RMF and federal compliance frameworks.
• Experience supporting ATO processes and developing security documentation.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity or Information Assurance.
• Industry certifications such as CGRC, CISA, CISM, CEH, Security+, or GSEC.
• Experience within federal agencies, NIH, or HHS environments.
• Knowledge of FedRAMP, cloud authorization, and DevSecOps practices.
• Strong scripting skills in Python, PowerShell, or Bash.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with matching component.
• Access to e-learning suite for professional and technical certification preparation.
• Education assistance at accredited institutions.
• Support for career development and continuous learning.