Cybersecurity Engineer III

About the role

Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate. Our culture embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it! Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California and employs more than 1,200 people across the United States, with major field offices in Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, and San Francisco.

Street‑Smart – Thriving in Dynamic Times: We are flexible and resilient in a fast‑changing environment, continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the “big picture,” exercise sound business judgment in making high‑quality decisions timely and cost‑effectively, and are highly creative in finding positive solutions to different problems.

Juice – The “Stuff” it takes to be a Needle Mover: We get things done and drive results, lead without a title, empower others through a can‑do attitude, look forward to the goal, mentally map out every checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualize the final destination.

Teamwork – Humble, Hungry and Smart: We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission, treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where it’s due, demonstrate transparency, “bring the weather” by exhibiting positive leadership and solution‑focused thinking, hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures – not just their success, and appreciate the individuality of those around us.

This position can be either W2 Contract or FTE. The role is fully on site in the Baltimore/Annapolis Junction area. Top Secret clearance is required; SCI preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise security solutions including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, endpoint protection, and identity management tools.
• Develop and enforce security architecture standards across on‑premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.
• Develop the Authority‑To‑Operate (ATO) authorization plan to ensure the CI/CD pipeline(s).
• Conduct security assessments and risk analyses for new technologies and system implementations.
• Monitor security events and investigate potential threats using SIEM and security monitoring tools.
• Lead technical investigations and support incident response activities for security breaches or suspicious activities.
• Perform threat hunting and analyze indicators of compromise (IOCs).
• Coordinate with internal teams to contain, remediate, and recover from security incidents.
• Integrate security controls into system architecture and infrastructure deployments.
• Conduct vulnerability scanning and manage remediation activities.
• Assess system and network vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Support patch management and security configuration compliance.
• Evaluate third‑party tools and technologies for security risks.
• Ensure systems comply with applicable security standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support implementation of frameworks such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST SP 800‑53, Risk Management Framework (RMF), ISO/IEC 27001.
• Assist with security audits, system authorization activities, and documentation.

Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position for extended periods, operate a computer, keyboard, and other office equipment using hands and fingers, communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and through electronic means, occasionally move about the office to access files, office equipment, and meeting spaces, lift and/or move up to 15 pounds as needed, and maintain specific vision abilities including close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work environment: This position is performed within a secure, classified workspace. Employees must comply with all applicable security protocols and access control procedures, including restrictions on personal electronic devices and the handling of sensitive information.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related technical field (or equivalent experience) preferred. 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or information security preferred.

Skills

Experience implementing and managing enterprise security tools such as SIEM, endpoint protection, firewalls, and vulnerability management platforms. Strong knowledge of network security, identity management, and security architecture principles. Experience with cloud security in environments such as AWS or Microsoft Azure. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills. Experience supporting federal government or regulated environments. Knowledge of secure system architecture and DevSecOps practices. Experience with security automation and scripting (PowerShell, Python, or similar) preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long‑Term Disability
• Competitive Compensation
• Training and development programs
• Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages
• Collaborative and cool culture
• Work‑life balance and generous paid time off

Pay

Estimated Pay Range: $165,000 USD - $175,000 USD