RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Lead Cybersecurity Engineer in Columbia, MD.Key Tasks:- Lead Cybersecurity Engineer will design robust cybersecurity measures and access management solutions to protect the organization's systems and data
- Lead the implementation, operationalization, or optimization of projects in support of the cybersecurity program
- Advise on a wide range of engineering and operational security issues (i.e., security detection and response procedures, ensuring that the organization can swiftly detect and respond to potential threats); By establishing clear playbooks for incident response, you will help the team efficiently address vulnerabilities and mitigate risks in real time
- Assist the Security Operations team in responding to security incidents, ensuring a swift and effective resolution
- Routinely collaborate with IT and business units to manage access control processes and application integration; Works with business to ensure access control is integrated with business requirements for any new application
- As a Lead Cybersecurity Engineer, you will work closely with the GRC team on the development and implementation of standards, operating procedures, and controls; You will also coordinate and document exemptions to established security controls
- Assists with external information security audits for regulatory compliance and assessments such as penetration testing
REQUIREMENTS:
- 3+ years in a role performing Threat Detection, Incident Response, Threat Intelligence, or Abuse Mitigation
- 3+ years in implementing and supporting Identity and Access management products and processes
- 10+ years of experience in implementing and supporting cybersecurity programs
- Experience operating within NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, CMMC or equivalent cybersecurity frameworks
- Experience with data security solutions such as database activity monitoring, encryption, obfuscation, and/or tokenization
- Proficient understanding of Information technology systems and processes, network infrastructure, data architecture, data processes, and protocols
- Excellent written communication skills; Must be able to clearly communicate risks at both strategic and tactical level
- Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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