Cyber Security Engineer

Description & Requirements

Maximus is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to provide expertise to a federal client in support of their mission critical systems in defense of our Homeland.

We are in search of an experienced Cyber Security Engineer to join our team and take on responsibilities that are central to enhancing the cybersecurity posture of our client's mission-critical systems while leveraging a wide range of relevant technologies.

Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS034, T4, Band 7

Specific Responsibilities:



* Lead the design, deployment, and management of cybersecurity solutions to safeguard information and systems.


* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement effective cybersecurity policies, procedures, and standards.


* Conduct comprehensive security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability analysis to identify and address complex security risks.


* Stay updated with emerging cyber threats and trends and provide strategic recommendations for implementing new security technologies and best practices.


* Oversee security incident response and coordinate rapid response and mitigation efforts.


* Design, implement, and maintain secure network architectures, including firewalls, load balancers, and intrusion prevention systems (IPS).


* Collaborate with internal and external teams to ensure secure cloud adoption and configuration.


* Conduct regular security assessments and audits to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.


* Provide mentorship and guidance to junior security engineers and analysts.

Minimum Requirements

TCS034, T4, Band 7

Required Skills:



* Active Secret clearance is required.


* Due to federal requirements, only US Citizens can be considered.

Candidates with dual citizenship cannot be considered


* Due to agency and contract requirements, candidates must be U.S.

citizens with no dual citizenship.


* This position requires a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent


* This contract supports systems that require 24x7x365 uptime.

Candidates must be willing and able to meet recall requirements, including participation in a rotational on-call schedule.


* Telework: Candidates must reside within a commutable distance and be available to work onsite at the customer's discretion.

This includes being on-site during the transition period.

Must be based around Annapolis Junction, MD.


* At least 7 years of experience as a Cyber Security Engineer or related field.

Desired Skills:


* Experience in any or all of the following: Cisco ASA, Cisco FirePOWER, F5 LTM and GTM load balancers, Juniper SRX firewall, Nessus

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EEO Statement

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