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Computer Security Engineer II

Competitive Range, Fort George Meade, Maryland, United States

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Competitive Range Job Description

Competitive Range partners with the government to plan and deploy complex, IT-enabled, and mission-essential capabilities. Our goal is to help you develop and expand your professional capabilities while working on challenging, exciting projects in a collaborative, congenial environment. Job Description

Competitive Range partners with the government to plan and deploy complex, IT-enabled, and mission-essential capabilities. Our goal is to help you develop and expand your professional capabilities while working on challenging, exciting projects in a collaborative, congenial environment.

We are seeking a skilled

Computer Security Engineer II

to develop, maintain, and implement information security standards, procedures, and guidelines for

mission-critical defense applications and databases . This role plays a key part in ensuring systems and databases remain secure from unauthorized access, detecting threats, handling disaster recovery operations, and solving complex security challenges within a DoD environment.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and implement information security protocols for applications and databases in compliance with DoD cybersecurity regulations. Ensure systems and databases are protected from unauthorized access, data breaches, and cyber threats. Monitor security systems, identify vulnerabilities, and respond to security incidents. Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for DoD projects. Implement security frameworks and protocols. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate cybersecurity best practices into defense systems. Oversee disaster recovery and incident response operations, ensuring rapid resolution of security threats. Apply advanced cybersecurity principles, theories, and concepts to complex defense projects. Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior cybersecurity personnel.

Required Qualifications

Active Secret Clearance: TS preferred 3 years experience with bachelors degree or 1 year experience with Masters Degree or higher

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with classified defense systems and DoD contracts. Familiarity with cloud security (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government). Knowledge of DevSecOps principles and CI/CD pipeline security. Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, Security+, or CISM.

Education/Certifications

Masters Degree or higher with 1 year experience or bachelors degree with 3 years experience. Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

Employment type

Full-time Job function

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