Remote Security Engineer

Description:

• Makpar is a team of innovators and consultants deploying cutting-edge technologies for the federal government.
• The company helps clients achieve their business and operational goals by solving complex problems through experience and intellect.
• Makpar builds sustainable solutions that last and provides a dynamic, mission-focused, and rewarding environment for professional growth.
• The position is for a Security Engineer with expertise in NIST 800-53 security controls and a strong technical background in risk and vulnerability management and compliance.
• The ideal candidate will support the implementation of security controls, assess vulnerabilities, and ensure compliance with federal cybersecurity frameworks such as FISMA, FedRAMP, and RMF.
• Responsibilities include developing, assessing, and documenting System Security Plans (SSPs), Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and Risk-Based Decisions (RBDs).
• The Security Engineer will work with developers and technical staff to provide guidance on security control families and collect, organize, and submit evidence for Security Control Assessments (SCAs).
• A technical understanding of security technologies, including encryption methods and Identity and Access Management (IAM) concepts, is required.
• Knowledge of SIEM technologies like Splunk and risk and vulnerability management is essential.
• The role involves working across teams and external customer groups to develop security strategies, design security solutions, and advise implementation teams during deployment.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 8+ years of experience in the Information Technology field with increasing responsibility is required.
• At least 5+ years of experience in Information Security solutions is necessary.
• Candidates must possess relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or CEH.
• In-depth knowledge of NIST 800-53, RMF, FedRAMP, FISMA, and related federal security standards is essential.
• Knowledge of system security vulnerabilities and remediation techniques is required.
• An understanding of networking concepts, including subnetting, routing, VPC/VNet, security groups, and load balancing, is necessary.
• Experience with microservices-based architecture and designing security solutions for multi-tenant applications using tools for containerization and orchestration such as Docker and Kubernetes is highly desirable.
• Hands-on experience supporting security for the AWS cloud platform is also highly desirable.
• Candidates must be a US Citizen or a Legal Permanent Resident (Green Card status) for 3 years and be Federal Tax compliant.

Benefits:

• Makpar offers a great benefits package that helps employees balance work and life.
• The company provides excellent training and career development opportunities.
• Flexible work schedules are available to accommodate employees' needs.
• A generous compensation package is part of the benefits offered.
• Makpar is committed to keeping employees happy, healthy, and engaged.
• The company creates environments where employees are encouraged to be themselves, collaborate, and be inquisitive to achieve goals.
• Makpar is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.