Security Infrastructure Support Senior Security Engineer - NIH

Security Infrastructure Support Senior Security Engineer Overview cFocus Software is seeking a highly skilled Security Infrastructure Support Senior Security Engineer to design, implement, and support complex enterprise security solutions across hybrid (on-premises and cloud) environments for a federal agency.

The Senior Security Engineer will lead initiatives focused on infrastructure hardening, SIEM integration, automation, and continuous compliance.

This position requires deep technical knowledge, strong scripting skills, and proven experience with cybersecurity tools and federal security frameworks.

This is a full-time position that may require on-site support at federal agency locations in the Washington, D.C. metro area.

Some telework flexibility may be available depending on mission requirements.   Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or higher-level security clearance as required by the agency.

Responsibilities The Security Infrastructure Support Senior Security Engineer shall perform duties that include, but are not limited to :

• Design, configure, and maintain enterprise security systems to ensure compliance, reliability, and protection across hybrid environments.
• Deploy, manage, and optimize Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms for log aggregation, correlation, and incident analysis.
• Integrate and normalize data sources for SIEM ingestion, developing and maintaining data pipelines across on-premises and cloud systems.
• Collaborate with engineering, DevOps, and application teams to integrate secure coding and automation practices within CI / CD pipelines.

Apply deep knowledge of AWS, Azure, and O365 security operations, including migration and security hardening of cloud workloads.

Certifications such as CISSP, AWS Certified Security – Specialty, or Microsoft Certified :

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.