Security Engineer - Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM)
5 days ago
Washington
Job Description About NDi: Network Designs, Inc. (NDi) is a leading Federal contractor that specializes in designing, developing, and delivering information technology and network solutions for government customers. Founded in 1985, NDi's firmly defined core values have driven all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to our company's success and the establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At NDi, we believe that our people are the cornerstone of our success, and we value collaboration, career growth, and winning ideas. Military Veterans Encouraged to Apply Job Description: The Security Engineer - Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) is responsible for designing, implementing, integrating, and maintaining enterprise CDM capabilities to provide continuous visibility into cybersecurity risk, asset posture, and compliance. This role supports federal cybersecurity objectives by deploying and operating CDM tools and dashboards, integrating security data sources, and enabling real-time risk awareness across on-premises and cloud environments. The Security Engineer works closely with cybersecurity operations, system owners, and compliance teams to improve situational awareness, support risk-based decision-making, and ensure alignment with federal cybersecurity standards and mandates. Requirements: • U.S. Citizenship is required, • Must be able to obtain a Public Trust, • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, Technology, or related IT field, • 6+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, security operations, or risk management roles., • One or more industry-recognized certifications required, including:, • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), • Certified Authorization Professional (CAP), • CompTIA Security+, • Or other equivalent IT or cybersecurity certifications, • Experience implementing and operating CDM program tools, including capabilities across:, • Asset Management (HWAM, SWAM), • Identity and Access Management (IdAM), • Vulnerability Management, • Event Management, • Network and Data Protection, • Experience integrating CDM components such as:, • Vulnerability scanners, • Endpoint security tools, • IAM solutions, • Network security tools, • Configure, manage, and tune security controls including:, • Firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, encryption, and network security controls, • Perform patch management and vulnerability remediation aligned with CIS Benchmarks, DISA STIGs, and SCAP., • Monitor security posture, vulnerabilities, and configuration compliance across enterprise environments., • Experience securing cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) using:, • Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) principles, • Cloud-native security controls, CSPM, CASB, and encryption, • Support implementation of IAM, PAM, and RBAC controls aligned with Zero Trust objectives.Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), • Assess, develop, and implement security policies and procedures aligned with:, • NIST RMF, FISMA, FedRAMP, ISO 27001, and DoD STIGs, • Conduct security risk assessments, control effectiveness reviews, and gap analyses., • Support preparation and maintenance of:, • System Security Plans (SSPs), • Security Control Assessments (SCAs), • Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages, • Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms), including remediation tracking, • Ensure compliance with federal regulations, industry standards, and organizational policies., • Support internal and external audits and certification activities.Automation, Analysis & Integration, • Develop scripts using Python, PowerShell, and/or Bash to automate security data collection, analysis, and reporting., • Integrate CDM tools and security platforms using APIs and automation frameworks (e.g., Ansible, Terraform, cloud-native tools)., • Analyze security data to assess risk impact and prioritize remediation efforts.Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills, • Apply standard and advanced analytical techniques to evaluate security control effectiveness in real-world environments., • Analyze cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and misconfigurations across multi-layered architectures., • Make data-driven decisions to improve security posture while balancing mission and operational needs., • Troubleshoot complex security issues across enterprise IT and cloud environments.Communication & Collaboration, • Collaborate with cybersecurity operations, system owners, engineers, auditors, and leadership to implement CDM capabilities and security best practices., • Communicate security risks, compliance status, and remediation strategies to technical and non-technical stakeholders., • Develop security documentation, reports, policies, and procedures supporting CDM and accreditation activities., • Support and deliver security awareness and compliance training for stakeholders as needed.Professional Attributes, • Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills., • Highly responsive and customer-focused., • Extensive understanding of business processes and enterprise IT/security environments., • Skilled in facilitation, consultation, and applied problem-solving in complex settings., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Ability to work with confidential and proprietary information with discretion., • Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) Program tools supporting:, • Hardware Asset Management (HWAM), • Software Asset Management (SWAM), • Identity and Access Management (IdAM), • Vulnerability Management, • Network and Data Protection, • Event Management, • Vulnerability scanning tools such as:, • Tenable (Nessus / Tenable.sc), • Qualys, • Rapid7, • Configuration and compliance assessment tools aligned with:, • DISA STIGs, • CIS Benchmarks, • Identity and Access Management (IAM) platforms, • Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions, • Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), • Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) technologies and policy enforcement tools, • Network security technologies including:, • Firewalls, • IDS/IPS (e.g., Snort, Suricata), • VPNs, • Endpoint security platforms:, • Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR), • Anti-malware and host-based security tools, • Cloud platforms:, • AWS, Azure, and/or GCP, • Cloud security tools including:, • Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM), • Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB), • Cloud-native security services, • Security monitoring and analytics platforms (SIEM or CDM-integrated tools), • Log aggregation and event correlation technologies, • Python, PowerShell, and/or Bash for automation, data analysis, and reporting, • Infrastructure and security automation tools such as:, • Ansible, • Terraform, • Frameworks and standards:, • NIST RMF, • FISMA, • FedRAMP, • ISO 27001, • DoD STIGs, • Tools supporting:, • SSP, SCA, ATO, and POA&M development and tracking, • Version control systems such as Git, • IT service management and ticketing tools (e.g., ServiceNow) At NDi, we value our team and are committed to retaining top talent by offering competitive benefits and compensation packages. Our employee benefits package includes comprehensive health, dental, vision, pet, and legal insurance. Our corporate benefits include 401(k) retirement matching, paid leave, paid holidays, and health and wellness programs. In addition, we provide employer-paid life and disability insurance, professional development, education benefits, and much more to ensure our team has the resources they need to thrive on and off the job. Veterans First Commitment: As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), NDi is dedicated to hiring veterans and providing a supportive work environment that honors their service while recognizing the unique skills and experiences they bring to our organization. Commitment to Diversity: NDi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran or military status, citizenship, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by law in all phases of the employment process and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. As a federal government contractor, NDi complies with all applicable affirmative action requirements. Apply Now: Take advantage of this unique opportunity to join one of the fastest-growing companies in Federal contracting