Cyber Security Engineer - TS/SCI W CI Polygraph Required

Description
As Sr. Cybersecurity Engineer I, you'll will play a critical role in safeguarding digital assets by designing, implementing, and maintaining robust cybersecurity infrastructure. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to identify vulnerabilities, develop solutions, and ensure compliance with security protocols and industry standards. Staying informed about emerging trends and threats in the cybersecurity landscape, you will proactively enhance defenses through innovative tools and methodologies. Additionally, you will conduct risk assessments, implement security controls, and support incident response efforts to minimize risks and maintain the integrity of our systems and data.
If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!
What you'll do:
Design, implement, and manage security solutions, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, endpoint protection, and encryption mechanisms to ensure the organization's networks and systems remain secure.
Conduct regular security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses in systems, networks, and applications.
Develop and implement incident response plans to effectively address security breaches, incidents, and breaches.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures.
Monitor network traffic, system logs, and security alerts to detect and respond to potential security incidents.
Analyze and investigate anomalies and security breaches, taking appropriate actions to mitigate risks.
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, software development, and compliance, to integrate security into all phases of the development lifecycle and ensure a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity.
Maintain thorough and accurate documentation of security processes, procedures, and configurations. Prepare detailed reports on security findings, incidents, and actions taken.
What you'll need to succeed:
Active TS/SCI clearance with CI poly (REQUIRED)
A minimum of 4-7 years of experience as a Cyber Security Engineer with an emphasis on automation and platform engineering providing subject matter expertise to the team and the customer
3 years of experience with designing and building implementations of required security controls; and implementing continuous monitoring and auditing of solutions for compliance with security controls.
Strong experience in implementing security controls from government regulatory frameworks and security standards (e.g., NIST SP 800-53, RMF, ICD 503, FISMA, FedRAMP).
Experience with researching, designing, testing, evaluating and implementing technologies such as Infrastructure as Code (IaC), containerization, K8, and CI/CD Automation
Experience with Source Code repositories and CI/CD pipeline solutions such as Bitbucket, and GitHub
Experience with container orchestration tools (OpenShift preferred)
Demonstrated and repeat experience implementing controls for cloud, container, and/or DevSecOps services and solutions from IL5 to IL6+ on NIPR, SIPR, and JWICS.
Expert-level skills in specifying and implementing log collection into tools such as Splunk, and performing querying and analysis of aggregated logs to identify security-relevant anomalies or risks
Expert proficiency in incident response, security incident handling, and forensic analysis techniques.
Expertise with security tools such as Fortify, Acunetix, and Prisma Cloud
Experience performing periodic (Daily, Weekly, Monthly) security check to support continuous monitoring aligned with the NIST Risk Management Framework
Experience applying Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) requirements to harden information systems (Linux Preferred)
Effective communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
CISSP or equivalent certification to support DoD 8140 requirements
Skills
Security, Cyber security, Information security, Cloud
Top Skills Details
Security,Cyber security,Information security, Cloud
Additional Skills & Qualifications
CI POLY
GOVERNMENT
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Reston, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $88.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Reston,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.