Security Engineer (Washington) Job at Element, Washington DC

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  • Element
  • Washington DC

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This range is provided by Element. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$135,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

Who is Element?

We serve as a partner at the intersection of innovation and our clients' needs, efficiently crafting meaningful user experiences for government and commercial customers. By breaking down complex problems to their fundamental elements, we create modern digital solutions that drive efficiencies, maximize taxpayer dollars, and deliver essential outcomes that serve the people.

Why Work at Element?

Make an impact that resonates-join our vibrant team and discover how you can improve lives through digital transformation. Our talented professionals bring unparalleled energy engagement, setting a higher standard for impactful work. Come be a part of our team and shape a better future.

Position Overview

We are looking for an experienced Security Engineer to join our team. As a Security Engineer you will lead security implementation and compliance efforts for a cloud based monitoring and oversight solution, ensuring adherence to federal security standards and managing the Authority to Operate (ATO) process within the environment. As a member of this project, you will help ensure the delivery of healthcare to millions of Americans by monitoring and preventing fraud, waste, and abuse.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead ATO documentation development and security package preparation
  • Conduct comprehensive security control review and assessment
  • Manage vulnerability scanning, remediation, and ongoing security monitoring
  • Coordinate with security officers and enterprise security teams
  • Maintain System Security Plan (SSP) and security documentationImplement data encryption, access controls, and audit logging
  • Develop incident response procedures and security POAMs
  • Ensure compliance with FISMA, NIST, and other US federal security requirements
  • Conduct security architecture reviews and threat modeling
  • Manage security testing and penetration testing coordination

Minimal Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity and federal compliance
  • Expert knowledge of NIST cybersecurity framework and FISMA requirements
  • Experience with federal security processes and ATO procedures
  • Experience with cloud security in AWS environments
  • Experience with security control implementation and assessment
  • Knowledge of data protection and privacy regulations
  • Proficiency in security tools and vulnerability assessment
  • Strong documentation and communication skills
  • US Citizenship or Permanent Residency required
  • Must reside in the Continental US
  • Depending on the government agency, specific requirements may include public trust background check or security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

  • Relevant security certifications (CISSP, CISM, Security+)
  • Experience with DevSecOps and security automation
  • Knowledge of healthcare marketplace regulatory requirements

Location

Be in your Element. We are a remote-first company based in Washington, DC.

Element is an Equal Opportunity Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

We believe in a world where solutions we build improve the lives of those who use them.

The likely salary range for this position is $135,000-$200,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Not Applicable

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Full-time

Job function

  • Job function

    Information Technology
  • Industries

    IT Services and IT Consulting

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