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Sr. Cybersecurity Engineer I (5676)

MetroStarQuantico, Virginia, United StatesOnsite

As 
Sr. Cybersecurity Engineer I, you’ll provide cybersecurity oversight and guidance to the customer as it pertains to onboarding and development of new applications while working towards the granting and maintaining of current ATOs.We know that you can’t have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed withour people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people.

Value for our customers.If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!

What you’ll do:


  • Collaborate with leadership to develop and refine comprehensive cybersecurity strategies aligned with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
  • Serve as a technical authority, offering in-depth expertise in areas such as threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and risk assessment.
  • Assess, design, and implement advanced security architecture solutions that address the organization's evolving technology landscape.
  • Identify, assess, and prioritize cybersecurity risks, working closely with cross-functional teams to mitigate potential threats effectively.
  • Lead and coordinate incident response activities, guiding the team through timely and effective resolution of security incidents and breaches.
  • Provide training and mentorship to internal teams, raising overall cybersecurity awareness and competence throughout the organization.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations, staying up-to-date with the latest developments and advising on necessary adjustments.
  • Conduct thorough security audits and assessments to identify vulnerabilities, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.

What you’ll need to succeed:


  • An active DoD Secret clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field or the equivalent combination of education and work experience
  • 4+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, with a strong background in various domains such as network security, application security, and cloud security.
  • Worked with federal security assessment and authorization frameworks (NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, etc.)
  • Experience leveraging innovative cybersecurity practices such as continuous Authority to Operate (cATO), security inheritance models, and automated testing frameworks.
  • Must have a current Security+ CE certificate.

Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That’s why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus, check out our accolades.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

What we want you to know:


In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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Life at MetroStar

MetroStar is a digital services and management consulting company specializing in emerging technologies within the public sector. MetroStar is a mission accelerator - we embrace disruptions in tech to propel progress. Through our user-centric capabilities, we create new paths to government innovation and shape thoughtful outcomes for the people. We are eclectic – coders, creatives, strategists, and everything in between. To find out why we love what we do and to search our open positions, visit us at metrostar.com/join-us
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