Cybersecurity Engineer

Systems Plus, Inc.

Washington, DC

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Internet Security, Firewalls, Penetration Testing, Web Security, Intrusion Detection Systems, Vulnerability Scanners, Intrusion Prevention Systems, SSL-TLS (Secure Socket Layer - Transport Layer Security), Malware, VPN (Virtual Private Network), Nessus, Firewall Administration, Security Architecture, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Network Security, Platform for Privacy Preferences, IPsec (IP Security), Security Analysis, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Zero Trust, IAM - Information Assurance Management, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Security Clearance, Federal Contracts, Federal Government, Government Contracts, Team Player,
QUALIFICATIONS

Years of Experience
Five years relevant experience  

 

Degree:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

 

Requirements:

  • Experience supporting enterprise cybersecurity operations across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.  
  • Experience applying NIST SP 800-53 and NIST SP 800-207 to security controls, Zero Trust, least privilege, continuous monitoring, and risk mitigation.  
  • Experience with IAM technologies, including RBAC, PAM, MFA, authentication, authorization, and enterprise identity provider integration.  
  • Experience using SIEM, EDR/XDR, logging, monitoring, and threat detection platforms to support incident response, investigation, forensic support, and root cause analysis.  
  • Knowledge of vulnerability management, security hardening, patch coordination, RMF-aligned remediation, and secure configuration baselines.  
  • Ability to develop cybersecurity SOPs, security documentation, configuration records, baselines, asset inventories, and audit artifacts.  
  • Ability to coordinate with network, cloud, application, and engineering teams to resolve security issues and improve enterprise security operations. 

 

Required: Clearance
Public Trust Tier 2 clearance level and background check.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Implement and maintain enterprise security controls aligned with NIST SP 800-53 and enforce Zero Trust Architecture principles under NIST SP 800-207, including least privilege, identity-centric security, continuous verification, segmentation, and protection across cloud, network, and endpoint environments. 
  • Design, implement, and maintain least-privilege access controls and IAM solutions, including RBAC, PAM, MFA, secure authentication, authorization, and integration with enterprise identity providers.  
  • Configure and maintain centralized logging, monitoring, audit, and threat detection capabilities across systems, applications, cloud platforms, and security tools, including SIEM, EDR/XDR, and cloud-native security platforms.  
  • Conduct continuous security monitoring, vulnerability assessments, risk analysis, and RMF-aligned remediation across enterprise environments; identify security gaps and coordinate mitigation, patch management, and security update activities.  
  • Harden systems, applications, cloud, and hybrid environments using secure configuration baselines and industry best practices, including encryption standards, secured administrative access, identity controls, network protections, and workload security.  
  • Support incident response activities by monitoring alerts, performing analysis, executing containment actions, assisting with forensic data collection and reporting, and performing root cause analysis for security incidents and control failures.  
  • Ensure security changes follow formal change management processes with documentation and security impact analysis; develop and maintain cybersecurity SOPs, system configurations, security baselines, asset inventories, and audit-ready documentation. 
  • Collaborate with network, cloud, and application teams to resolve security issues, support security integration, limit lateral movement, protect sensitive data and high-value assets, and enhance the overall enterprise security posture. 
LOCATION
Washington, DC
POSTED
1 day ago

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Our employees are our most valued asset, and we invest in our people because we are in it for the long term. We are committed to your success and well-being and offer competitive benefits packages, salaries, bonus/award programs, and a high potential for professional growth and job opportunities worldwide.

 

Systems Plus is the company for you! Experience the difference, and let’s talk about your future at Systems Plus today.

About the Company

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Systems Plus, Inc.

Meet Systems Plus

Systems Plus, as a company, is a testament to its people’s hard work, dedication, and commitment to success. That commitment to success is seen by conducting business based on our Core Principles:  
 
AGILITY: With over 25 years of experience in the commercial, Federal, and Defense market, Systems Plus has proven its ability to adjust, withstand, and prosper in all economic climates. We embrace change by driving digital transformation and flexible processes for rapid-decision making.  
  
CURIOSITY: Systems Plus utilizes exploration and innovation to excel at creative problem solving, maximize creative thinking, and increase collaboration.  
 
TRUST: Systems Plus has become one of the most reputable businesses supporting the Federal market-space, consistently earning excellent performance references from its customers. We gain the trust of our clients by encompassing a deep understanding of their mission, unwavering commitment to excellence and quality, and practicing good judgement and expertise.  
  
PEOPLE: Systems Plus employs and retains highly qualified professionals because of its unique culture that is as much family oriented as it is encouraging each team member to develop their professional interests to maximize competencies, motivation, productivity, and quality solutions.  
  
VISION: Utilizing a wide variety of Contracting Vehicles and engagement strategies, and offering a diverse portfolio of services, Systems Plus is able to support their customers on a global scale and deliver results that meet their missions.

Our Philosophy

At Systems Plus, we’ve built more than a business — we’ve built a culture where people are inspired to do their best work. It’s a place where careers thrive, talent is recognized and big ideas are brought to life. Our success is powered by the innovation, passion and dedication of our people, and that’s what makes us different. If you’re ready to grow, be supported and take your career to the next level.

INDUSTRY
Government and Military