Security Engineer

Title: SECURITY ENGINEER
Location: Fulton, MD (HYBRID)
Duration: Initial 12-month contract with potential extensions 
Compensation: $55.00 - $70.00/hour W2
Work Requirements: , Holders

Must be local to Fulton, MD to work onsite Tuesdays and Thursdays.

We are seeking a skilled Security Engineer to join our team and ensure the security and compliance of our AWS cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be responsible for verifying that the environment is correctly configured, validating compliance with STIGs and CIS benchmarks, and monitoring adherence to NIST 800-53 controls. This role includes proactive identification of security gaps, ticket creation for remediation, and regular engagement with stakeholders to address findings, configurations, and vulnerabilities. The successful candidate will possess deep technical expertise in AWS security services, strong problem-solving skills, and a collaborative approach to cross-functional teamwork.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure AWS environment is securely and correctly configured according to best practices

Validate compliance with STIGs and CIS benchmarks

Monitor and assess environment to ensure continuous alignment with NIST 800-53 security controls

Create and manage tickets to address and remediate identified security gaps

Schedule and conduct meetings with stakeholders to discuss findings, configurations, and vulnerabilities

Collaborate with DevOps, IT, and Compliance teams to support secure cloud operations

Automate security processes using cloud-native tools and scripting

Maintain documentation of security policies, procedures, and technical configurations

Stay up to date with AWS security best practices, compliance standards, and emerging threats


Qualifications:

Strong experience with AWS security services and cloud architecture

AWS Security Services: Strong hands-on experience with AWS security tools (e.g., IAM, KMS, CloudTrail, GuardDuty, Security Hub, WAF).

Cloud Architecture: Understanding of secure cloud architecture and best practices for designing, deploying, and maintaining secure AWS environments.

Network Security: Proficiency in VPC design, security groups, NACLs, VPNs, and firewalls within AWS.

Expertise in compliance frameworks, including STIGs, CIS benchmarks, and NIST 800-53

Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., Python, CloudFormation, Terraform)

Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security – Specialty, CISSP) preferred


Leadership & Communication:

Ability to take initiative in an agile environment

A focus on customer service and customer relations

Strong communication skills, Team player mentality

Qualifications The ideal candidate will have:

Strong knowledge of security best practices inside and outside of the cloud

Experience with Wiz, Tenable or similar tools.

Hands-on experience with SIEM tools (running queries and creating alerts) is a plus

Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.


About INSPYR Solutions
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

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