Lead Security Engineer
$120k - $190kTowards AI, Inc.
- Lead Security Engineer## Dev TechnologyPublished 16 Jul 2026### Share this jobSuitland, MD120K - 190K USD AnnualFull Time## Role Highlights### Languages used### Key skillsData EngineerComputer ScienceCICDInformation SystemsSMEData ManagementInformation TechnologySecurity EngineerInformation SecurityCloud SecurityAPI DesignPenetration TestingSecurity TestingThreat ModelingEmbeddingsSDLCModellingArchitectureAuthenticationLoggingSIEMAgileInfrastructureOptimization### Tools, Libraries and FrameworksNIST## DescriptionThe role involves providing technical and management leadership for application security within a large-scale, cloud-native federal modernization program. The engineer will embed security practices throughout the system development life cycle using a DevSecOps methodology. Responsibilities include architecting Zero Trust principles and directing application security testing, threat modeling, and vulnerability remediation. The position requires managing Authorization to Operate activities and interfacing with senior government stakeholders. Additionally, the role involves developing security metrics, dashboards, and reporting to track the overall security posture of the system.## Required Qualifications and SkillsCandidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, cybersecurity, or a related field. A minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in IT or cybersecurity is required, specifically in a leadership capacity. Professional certifications including CISSP and CCSP are mandatory for the role. Applicants must demonstrate expertise in DevSecOps, Zero Trust architecture, and the NIST framework, along with experience managing the ATO process and vulnerability assessments. U.S. citizenship is a strict requirement for this position.
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