Security Engineer

Washington, DC, US • Posted 6 hours ago • Updated 6 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

USD $160,001.00 - 200,000.00 per year

SAIC

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Skills

Hosting
Ubuntu
Cyber Security
Hardening
IaaS
Operating Systems
Mentorship
Vulnerability Management
Cloud Computing
Security Controls
Auditing
Collaboration
Continuous Monitoring
Computer Science
Linux
Microsoft Windows
STIG
Regulatory Compliance
Cloud Security
ISO/IEC 27001:2005
Nessus
Amazon Web Services
Microsoft Azure
Google Cloud Platform
Google Cloud
Vulnerability Scanning
Red Hat Linux
Satellite
Microsoft WSUS
IBM
BigFix
Scripting
Python
Bash
Windows PowerShell
Ansible
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Communication
Organized
Attention To Detail
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
FOCUS

Summary

Job ID: T2511682

Location: Washington, DC, US

Date Posted: 2026-03-05

Category: Cyber

Subcategory: Cyber Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Public Trust

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_HYBRID

Description
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We are seeking a skilled Security Engineer with extensive experience in vulnerability remediation at the operating system (OS) level to join our IT team on-site in Washington, D.C. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the security and integrity of our cloud infrastructure by identifying, assessing, and mitigating vulnerabilities. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud services, operating system vulnerabilities, and best practices for securing cloud environments that are hosting a variety for MS Windows, and Linux (Red hat, Ubuntu, Amazon) operating systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Identify and remediate vulnerabilities in cloud infrastructure, with a specific focus on OS-level threats across multiple cloud platforms, including compliance with STIG and CIS benchmarks.
Collaborate with the cybersecurity team to conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests to identify potential weaknesses.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of security policies, standards, and procedures for cloud infrastructure, working closely with the cybersecurity team.
Work with development and operations teams to ensure secure deployment of applications, emphasizing secure configurations and OS-level hardening.
Monitor security alerts and logs to detect and respond to potential security incidents across cloud environments.
Stay up-to-date with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and technology trends relevant to cloud infrastructure and operating systems.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and team members on best practices for security and vulnerability management in cloud environments.
Document security controls, configurations, and processes for audit and compliance purposes, ensuring alignment with organizational standards.
Collaborate in maintaining the continuous monitoring strategy; assist in the observation and analysis of detected threats and/or compliance violations.

Qualifications
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Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field with a minimum of 7 years of experience.
Proven experience in identifying and remediating OS-level vulnerabilities in both Linux and Windows environments with a strong understanding of STIG and CIS compliance requirements.
Strong understanding of cloud security frameworks and best practices, including NIST, CIS, and ISO 27001.
Proficiency in using security tools such as Nessus Tenable, ORCA Security, AWS Security Hub, Azure Security Center, Google Cloud Security Command Center, and other vulnerability scanning tools.
Familiarity with Red Hat Satellite server, WSUS, IBM BigFix or other similar toolsets.
Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Bash, PowerShell, Ansible for automation of security remediation tasks.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex security issues to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Additional Requirements:

Must obtain public trust prior to starting work.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Commitment to following stringent security protocols.
Well-organized, with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks.

Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10111346
Position Id: T2511682
Posted 6 hours ago

Company Info

About SAIC

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets include secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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