Automation Security Engineer

Description & Requirements

Maximus is seeking a proficient Automation Security Engineer to provide advanced expertise in securing automated systems for a federal client's critical operations.

As an integral member of our team, the Automation Security Engineer will play a pivotal role in safeguarding the integrity and resilience of automated processes and technologies.

Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS057, T3, Band 6

Specific Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain the organization's security infrastructure, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), data loss prevention (DLP), and security information and event management (SIEM) systems.

• Conduct and automate security assessments and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities and develop mitigation strategies.

• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and standards in compliance with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

• Develop and track Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) to address identified security vulnerabilities and compliance gaps.

• Support DevSecOps initiatives by developing and implementing test-driven security within a CI/CD pipeline.

• Work and support Authorization to Operate (ATOs, cATOs)

• Conduct research on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies to stay updated on the evolving security landscape.

• Participate in incident response activities, including forensic analysis, evidence gathering, and reporting.

Minimum Requirements

TCS057, T3, Band 6

Required Skills:

• Per contract requirements candidates must possess an active Secret clearance.

• Due to contract requirements, candidates must be U.S.

citizens with no dual citizenship.

• 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.

• 7+ years of experience as a Security Automation Engineer/Tester or related field.

Desired Skills:

Experience in some or all the following:

Chef Automate

Appscan

IBM

Nexus

Splunk

Vault (Vault Enterprise, Venafi)

Selenium

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EEO Statement

Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce.

We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country.

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