Senior Engineer II - Information Security Systems

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About the role

Microchip’s Frequency and Timing Division is a world leader in precise time solutions, setting the standard for time in communications, aerospace/defense, IT infrastructure, and metrology industries. Our Government Systems group in Boulder, CO is seeking a Senior Engineer II - Information Security Systems (ISSE) to provide technical support in the design, implementation, and sustainment of cybersecurity capabilities across complex enterprise and mission systems. The ISSE ensures compliance with governing standards and frameworks, including NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST SP 800-53, ICD 503, CNSSI 1253, and DISA STIGs. This role requires troubleshooting Linux and Windows servers, end-user nodes, Cisco switches, and enterprise shared storage systems while applying continuous monitoring practices.

Responsibilities

• Continuous Monitoring:
  • Implement and sustain continuous monitoring for common and system-specific controls, including automated vulnerability scanning, patch compliance, and SIEM log analysis.
  • Correlate monitoring results across systems, assess control effectiveness, and recommend remediation strategies.
  • Conduct technical security assessments using Tenable, DISA STIGs, CIS Benchmarks, and related NIST guidelines.
  • Analyze results, prioritize risk, and lead remediation with system and network teams.
• Security Engineering & Architecture:
  • Engineer and integrate security controls into system and network architectures, including virtualized platforms, shared storage, and mission networks.
  • Translate NIST and CNSS security controls into technical designs and secure implementations.
• Technical Troubleshooting & Support:
  • Provide advanced troubleshooting for:
    • Linux and Windows servers (configuration, patching, service integrity).
    • Linux and Windows end-user workstations/nodes (endpoint compliance and hardening).
    • Cisco switches and network devices (VLANs, ACLs, port security, logging).
    • Shared drives and enterprise file systems (permissions, access auditing, data protection).
  • Collaborate with administrators and engineers to resolve technical issues while maintaining compliance.

Requirements

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with CI Poly.
• US citizenship.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of cybersecurity engineering experience with demonstrated expertise in NIST RMF and related standards.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and support Linux/Windows servers and endpoints, Cisco network devices, and enterprise storage systems.
• Hands-on experience with compliance and monitoring tools (Tenable/ACAS, Splunk/ELK, HBSS/ESS).
• Occasional travel to client sites in other states (trips typically last 3-5 days and occur less than once per quarter).

Benefits

• Wellness & Medical Benefits effective on your first day of employment (gold standard in medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits).
• Quarterly Employee Cash Bonus Plan.
• Restricted Stock Grant.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with a 2-year look-back feature.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan.
• Spending Accounts.
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Care.
• Legal and Employee Assistance Plan.
• Paid Time Off (vacation pay, absence time/sick pay, 10 paid holidays).

Pay

The annual base salary range for this position is $70,304 - $205,000, depending on job location, skills, and experience. Microchip offers a total compensation package that includes competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments.

Schedule

• Usual business hours.
• 70% sitting; 15% walking; 15% standing.
• 100% indoors.
• Travel time: 0% - 25%.