Lead Security Systems Engineer (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Lead Security Systems Engineer (Cybersecurity): Leading the engineering, implementation, and lifecycle management of enterprise security architectures for NIH mission systems with an accent on Zero Trust Architecture and federal compliance. Focus on designing secure hybrid cloud environments, implementing identity-centric security controls, and ensuring alignment with NIST standards.

Location: Remote (Must be based in the US and able to obtain/hold Public Trust clearance)

Company

hirify.global is a technology services provider supporting federal government agencies with specialized IT and cybersecurity solutions.

What you will do

• Lead the engineering and lifecycle management of enterprise security architectures for NIH systems.
• Develop secure architecture roadmaps and review designs for alignment with cybersecurity standards.
• Implement Zero Trust Architecture initiatives including continuous authentication and micro-segmentation.
• Engineer and maintain secure infrastructure across Windows, Linux, and hybrid cloud environments.
• Design secure cloud architectures for Azure, AWS, and Microsoft 365.
• Support FISMA and RMF compliance activities and develop secure baseline configurations.

Requirements

• Must hold or be able to obtain Public Trust clearance.
• B.S. in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in systems engineering, infrastructure engineering, or cybersecurity.
• Experience supporting large federal IT environments.
• Proven experience implementing Zero Trust Architecture and supporting hybrid cloud environments.
• Experience with FISMA and RMF compliance frameworks.