Security Engineer

Knowledge Management, Inc. (KMI) has the leadership and experience to deliver innovative technology, logistics and management solutions to meet real mission requirements. KMI is a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Small Disadvantage Business (SDB) that specializes in Logistics, Warehouse Services, Distance Learning/Training, Enterprise Solutions, Financial Management Support, Program Management, Intelligence Analysis & Threat Assessment, and Data Analytics/Operations Research. Since 1998, our solutions and services have helped our clients improve performance, drive cost and operational effectives, and map technology needs for tomorrow's requirements.

Title: Security Engineer

Location : Fully remote

Position: 1

Duration : Multi-year program

Start date : ASAP

Security Clearance: Active clearance from the IRS

Salary: Please provide your salary requirement

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or related field; 5+ years information security experience in federal environments, 3+ years FISMA High implementation and compliance management

Certifications: CISSP, CISM, or similar advanced certification, NIST framework and FISMA compliance certifications, Continuous monitoring and SIEM certifications

Position Summary

Implement and maintain comprehensive security controls for IRS Criminal Investigation's digital forensics infrastructure. Ensure FISMA High compliance while supporting sensitive law enforcement operations requiring advanced threat detection and response capabilities.

Education & Certifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or related field
• Security certifications required: CISSP, CISM, or similar advanced certification
• NIST framework and FISMA compliance certifications preferred
• Continuous monitoring and SIEM certifications beneficial

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain FISMA High security controls and NIST SP 800-53 compliance
• Implement continuous monitoring and automated security assessments
• Develop and execute security hardening procedures
• Support ATO documentation and security change request processes
• Deploy AI-driven security features and threat detection tools
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing coordination

Required Experience

• 5+ years information security experience in federal environments
• 3+ years FISMA High implementation and compliance management
• Strong background in NIST 800-53 controls and Zero Trust Architecture
• Experience with security automation and orchestration platforms
• Demonstrated expertise in threat hunting and incident response
• Knowledge of Treasury security requirements and criminal investigation sensitivities
• Current or previous experience with the IRS

Benefits : All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefits programs:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Group Term Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• Short and Long-term disability insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

E-Verify Statement . Knowledge Management, Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, KMI is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision. Knowledge Management, Inc. will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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