Computer Security Engineer II

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Competitive Range Solutions, LLC

Computer Security Engineer II

Fort Meade, MD
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description:

    Competitive Range partners with the government to plan and deploy complex, IT-enabled, and mission-essential capabilities. Our goal is to help you develop and expand your professional capabilities while working on challenging, exciting projects in a collaborative, congenial environment.

    We are seeking a skilled Computer Security Engineer II to develop, maintain, and implement information security standards, procedures, and guidelines for mission-critical defense applications and databases. This role plays a key part in ensuring systems and databases remain secure from unauthorized access, detecting threats, handling disaster recovery operations, and solving complex security challenges within a DoD environment.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Develop, maintain, and implement information security protocols for applications and databases in compliance with DoD cybersecurity regulations.
    • Ensure systems and databases are protected from unauthorized access, data breaches, and cyber threats.
    • Monitor security systems, identify vulnerabilities, and respond to security incidents.
    • Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for DoD projects.
    • Implement security frameworks and protocols.
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate cybersecurity best practices into defense systems.
    • Oversee disaster recovery and incident response operations , ensuring rapid resolution of security threats.
    • Apply advanced cybersecurity principles, theories, and concepts to complex defense projects.
    • Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior cybersecurity personnel.

    Required Qualifications:

    • Active Secret Clearance: TS preferred
    • 3 years' experience with bachelor's degree or 1 year experience with Master's Degree or higher

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Experience working with classified defense systems and DoD contracts.
    • Familiarity with cloud security (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government).
    • Knowledge of DevSecOps principles and CI/CD pipeline security.
    • Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, Security+, or CISM.

    Education/Certifications:

    • Master's Degree or higher with 1 year experience or bachelor's degree with 3 years' experience.