Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

Guidehouse

Cybersecurity Engineer overseeing advanced cybersecurity initiatives across federal environments. Requires extensive experience in cybersecurity architecture, threat intelligence, and compliance with active Top Secret clearance.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeArlington • District of Columbia, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $98,000 - $163,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in cybersecurity engineering, including tool integration, incident response, and compliance with security frameworks. Proven ability to lead technical projects and cross-functional teams while maintaining security standards and optimizing system performance.

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Cybersecurity EngineeringIncident ResponseSecurity FrameworksCloud SecurityEnterprise Security Tools

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Hard Skills

Cybersecurity EngineeringIncident ResponseThreat HuntingForensic AnalysisVulnerability ManagementSecure DesignTool EngineeringData SecurityZero Trust ArchitectureDevSecOps

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam Leadership

Tools & Technologies

SIEMSplunkNessusCrowdstrikeAWSAzureGCP

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeTop Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

NISTRMF SP 800-53 Rev 5DoD 8570Deny All Permit by ExceptionComply-to-ConnectNetwork Access Control

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityGoogle Cloud PlatformSplunk

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Applying comprehensive knowledge of cybersecurity engineering across key tasks and high-impact assignments.
Configure, operate, maintain, and support cybersecurity tools and capabilities.
Develop and maintain documented System Security Plans for cyber tools and maintain current Network Diagrams per DoD standards.
Plan and lead cybersecurity engineering assignments including tool integration and enhancement.
Maintain secure baseline configurations using Government-approved software versions and Deny All Permit by Exception (DAPE) approach.
Monitor, test, and tune configurations to optimize performance and reduce false positives.
Function as technical expert across multiple cybersecurity engineering assignments.
Focus areas may include: Secure Design, Tool Engineering/Lead, Cyber Incident Response Team Lead, Comply-to-Connect (C2C) Network Access Control (NAC), Data Security, Defensive Cyberspace Operations Infrastructure, Endpoint Security, Scanner Ops, Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) Implementation, Vulnerability Management Lead, DevSecOps, and various specialized tool/process engineering roles.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree
Minimum of SEVEN (7) years of relevant cybersecurity or IT security experience.
An ACTIVE and CURRENT TOP SECRET federal security clearance with SCI eligibility.
Strong understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., NIST, RMF SP 800-53 Rev 5, DoD 8570).
Proven experience in designing and implementing enterprise security tools such as SIEM (e.g., Splunk), vulnerability scanners (e.g., Nessus), and endpoint protection platforms (e.g., Crowdstrike).
Experience in incident response, threat hunting, and forensic analysis.
Experience with cloud security practices and technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex technical projects.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend