Senior Cybersecurity Engineer (Federal)

TL;DR

Senior Cybersecurity Engineer (Federal): Designing and maintaining security controls for National Institute on Aging (NIA) information systems with an accent on federal compliance and risk mitigation. Focus on implementing Zero Trust Architecture, managing ATO processes, and ensuring adherence to NIST and FISMA standards.

Location: On-site or hybrid in Baltimore, Maryland. Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

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

Company

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

What you will do

• Design and maintain cybersecurity controls aligned with NIST RMF and federal security frameworks.
• Develop ZTA roadmaps and provide system-specific Zero Trust report cards.
• Support system Authorization to Operate (ATO) processes, including SSP, POA&M, and SAR documentation.
• Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scans, and risk analyses using tools like Splunk, Tenable, or Qualys.
• Monitor security posture and coordinate incident response with NIH security operations.
• Provide technical guidance to system owners on secure architecture and system hardening.

Requirements

• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity engineering or information security.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with NIST RMF, FISMA, and NIST SP 800-53.
• Proven experience supporting ATO processes and developing federal security documentation.
• Strong understanding of network security, IAM, and vulnerability management.

Nice to have

• CISSP, CGRC, CISA, CISM, CEH, Security+, or GSEC certifications.
• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity or Information Assurance.
• Experience within federal agencies, specifically NIH or HHS environments.
• Knowledge of FedRAMP, DevSecOps practices, and container security.
• Scripting skills in Python, PowerShell, or Bash.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a matching component.
• Paid Time Off (PTO), parental leave, and flexible spending accounts.
• Access to a best-in-class e-learning suite and professional certification preparation.
• Education assistance at accredited institutions.