KellyMitchell Group · 6 hours ago
Chief Cybersecurity Engineer
Bethesda, MD
Contract
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$120/hr - $150/hr
4+ years expKellyMitchell Group is seeking a Chief Cybersecurity Engineer to join their team. The role focuses on leading cybersecurity efforts for enterprise systems, particularly in hybrid on-premises and cloud environments, while ensuring compliance with federal frameworks. Responsibilities include developing cybersecurity architecture, mentoring junior engineers, and advising on cybersecurity strategy and risk management.
Human ResourcesInformation TechnologyStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as the principal cybersecurity engineer for enterprise systems, focusing on hybrid on-premises and cloud environments
Lead cybersecurity efforts for transition projects, migrating systems from on-premises to hybrid cloud solutions while maintaining security compliance
Develop and enforce cybersecurity architecture, standards, and policies aligned with federal frameworks: FedRAMP, NIST, FISMA
Provide expert guidance on risk assessment, vulnerability management, and mitigation strategies for enterprise networks
Collaborate with IT, DevOps, and cloud teams to implement secure system designs and operational controls
Advise leadership on cybersecurity strategy, compliance, and technical risk associated with hybrid infrastructure
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior cybersecurity engineers and cross-functional teams
Conduct technical reviews, audits, and assessments to ensure secure system operations and regulatory compliance
Qualification
Required
4+ years of experience in a governmental organization performing cybersecurity engineering functions
2+ years of experience as a cybersecurity engineer
2+ years experience with government (FedRAMP) hybrid on-premises and cloud technology stack environments
CISSP certification
Hands-on experience with cybersecurity architecture, risk assessment, vulnerability management, and compliance frameworks
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for addressing complex cybersecurity challenges
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for technical discussions, executive briefings, and cross-functional collaboration
Proven ability to mentor teams and lead cybersecurity initiatives across enterprise environments
Preferred
Experience in transitioning systems from on-premises to hybrid on-premises and cloud networks is strongly preferred
Benefits
Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP)
401K offered
Company
KellyMitchell Group
KellyMitchell is a HR firm for IT and technical staffing for organizations globally.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Cassandra Sanford
CEO and Owner
Gina Chisholm
Vice President - Business Operations
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