Cybersecurity Engineer III Colorado Springs

Job Summary

The Cybersecurity Engineer II serves as the senior technical authority for enterprise, mission, and federal cybersecurity programs, providing deep expertise across security architecture, cyber defense operations, risk management, compliance frameworks, secure system design, and threat mitigation. The Cybersecurity Engineer III ensures systems, network, and applications meet stringent security requirements while guiding engineering teams, leadership, and customer stakeholders.

• Implement and maintain enterprise security technologies, including firewalls, endpoint protection platforms, identity management solutions, and security monitoring tools.
• Support the deployment and maintenance of security controls across on‑premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.
• Conduct security assessments, vulnerability analyses, and risk evaluations of systems and applications.
• Monitor security events and alerts using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms.
• Investigate security incidents and support containment, remediation, and recovery activities.
• Assist with threat hunting activities and analysis of indicators of compromise (IOCs).
• Perform vulnerability scanning and track remediation efforts with system owners.
• Support secure configuration management and patch management activities.
• Evaluate technical solutions for security risks and recommend appropriate mitigations.
• Assist engineering teams with integrating security controls into system architectures and platform deployments.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of security documentation, procedures, and technical standards.
• Support compliance efforts related to regulatory, contractual, and organizational security requirements.
• Participate in security audits, assessments, and authorization activities.
• Assist with implementation and maintenance of cybersecurity frameworks, including:
• NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)
• NIST SP 800-53
• ISO/IEC 27001
• Provide technical input during cybersecurity reviews, design discussions, and engineering planning activities.

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 4–7 years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, systems administration, network engineering, or related technical roles.
• Experience administering or supporting security technologies such as SIEM, endpoint protection, firewalls, identity management, or vulnerability management platforms.
• Working knowledge of network security principles, security architecture concepts, and identity and access management.
• Experience supporting compliance initiatives involving frameworks such as RMF, NIST 800‑53, or NIST CSF.
• Familiarity with security tools including SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, PKI, IAM, and vulnerability scanning solutions.
• Experience supporting cloud security initiatives within Microsoft Azure, AWS, or other cloud environments.
• Understanding of security concepts related to virtualization, operating systems, networking, and enterprise infrastructure.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience supporting regulated environments, federal government customers, or enterprise organizations is preferred.
• Familiarity with Dev Sec Ops  concepts, security automation, and infrastructure security practices.
• Basic scripting or automation experience using Power Shell, Python, Bash, or similar technologies.
• Ability to maintain a Secret clearance.

• Security+
• CySA+
• GSEC
• Azure Security Engineer Associate
• AWS Security Specialty
• Existing or the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.

• Remain in a stationary position for extended periods.
• Operate a computer, keyboard, and other office equipment using hands and fingers.
• Communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and through electronic means.
• Occasionally move about the office to access files, office equipment, and meeting spaces.
• Lift and/or move up to 15 pounds as needed.
• Maintain specific vision abilities, including close vision and ability to adjust focus.

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