Job Title: Security Engineering Manager Location: Fairfax, VA (1-2 days on-site) Clearance: DHS Public Trust Compensation: 175k-185k Apex is seeking a talented, dynamic, and enthusiastic Security Engineering Manager. The successful candidate will apply their knowledge to scrutinize the security architecture, implementation, deployment, and operations of the CDM Data Services solution. This individual will provide technical expertise and management skills to maintain ongoing security across the Data Services solution. We are seeking professionals who thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, and highly collaborative environment where problem-solving, critical thinking, and a holistic approach to serving the mission are key. Our program operates within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). An aptitude and enthusiasm for continuous learning, improvement, and cyber security is a must! Execute vulnerability and configuration scans using common tools and techniques (i.e., Nessus, Burpsuite) Evaluate scan results for vulnerabilities, configuration alignment, and system baseline drift Lead team of 5-10 security engineers who work closely across all functional teams Support ATO process by contributing to control responses, participating in audits, and communicating risk posture Continually evaluate system security posture through scans, tests, and other practical means Participate in SAFe process, placing security engineering resources with agile teams based on need Required Skills US citizenship and ability to acquire Public Trust Suitability Bachelor's degree or equivalent additional experience 5+ years of Security Engineering experience In depth understanding of general information security concepts and principles, system architectures and development, network protocols, etc. 2+ years experience supporting system Authority to Operate (ATO) processes and creating/managing artifacts, control implementation details, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and POAMs 2+ years analyzing vulnerability assessment data to identify technical risks to the organization 2+ years experience with architecture, engineering, and services of Amazon Web Services (AWS) to include but not limited to experience using AWS services, AWS well-architected framework best practices, container orchestration platform experience (ex: AWS EKS), and automating the creation of Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) such as CloudFormation, AWS Service Catalog, and GitLab. 2+ years experience with supporting the ELK (Elasticseach, Kibana, Logstash) Stack in non-production and production environments 2+ years experience supervising and leading others, preferably a team of 5+ security engineers and analysts Desired Skills Experience with DHS Programs and the DHS Systems Engineer Lifecycle (SELC) Security testing of IT products Knowledge of information security (e.g. authentication, access control, network security) Experience with configuration and maintenance of IT Service Management (ITSM) tools such as Atlassian Jira in a production environment supporting Event Management, Incident Management, Problem Management, and Change Management Experience implementing and executing work using the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Experience with implementation of DevSecOps best practices to best support vulnerability and weakness reduction management Experience with a SIEM tool such as Splunk desirable (i.e. creating queries, dashboards) Experience with Splunk and Tenable Security Tools for Auditing and Vulnerability Management Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at ****** or 844-463-6178.