JOB SUMMARY:
Genesis Consulting has an immediate opportunity for an experienced Security and Compliance Engineer to join our team in support of a Federal Client project centered around Data Management and Analytics project. Join our team and work on challenging, complex solutions that are driving innovation and technology advancement in the local community. Work with teams that are rapidly delivering value to their customers leveraging concepts of Lean, Agile, Kanban and SAFe. Our clients are some of the world’s leading companies and the candidate will be a part of challenging projects to build and support technical solutions for their needs.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Security and Compliance Engineer will be responsible for implementing and managing security solutions to protect sensitive data while ensuring compliance with federal regulations. This role requires a technically skilled professional with a strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and risk management practices.
• Design, implement, and maintain security controls and compliance measures to protect cloud-based data.
• Perform security assessments and audits to ensure compliance with federal standards such as NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, and cybersecurity policies.
• Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to integrate security features into the development lifecycle and establish secure coding practices.
• Monitor systems for security incidents, vulnerabilities, and breaches, and respond effectively to mitigate risks.
• Develop and maintain documentation related to security controls, incident response procedures, and compliance audits.
• Conduct training and awareness programs for staff on security best practices and regulatory compliance.
• Stay updated on emerging security technologies, threats, and industry trends to continuously improve security posture.
• Support the development of disaster recovery and business continuity plans ensuring regulatory compliance and operational resilience.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in security engineering or compliance roles within federal or governmental environments.
• Strong understanding of security frameworks, risk management principles, and compliance regulations.
• Experience with security tools and technologies (e.g., SIEM, firewalls, intrusion detection systems) and cloud security solutions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex security issues and recommend effective solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
MINIMUM EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or another related field.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:
Relevant certifications such as CISSP or CEH preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Ability and willingness to obtain security clearance.
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