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LMI Consulting, LLC lists this Cybersecurity Engineer opportunity in tysons, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Cybersecurity Engineer
Job Locations
US-VA-Tysons
ID
# of Openings
1
Overview
We are looking for a Cybersecurity Engineer to design and guide secure system architectures that can achieve and sustain federal cybersecurity authorization. This role focuses on translating complex regulatory frameworks into practical architecture patterns that enable platforms and applications to meet the rigorous expectations of federal security programs.
You will operate at the intersection of security architecture, DevSecOps, and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)-ensuring systems are architected for authorization success while also guiding the documentation, risk management, and programmatic processes required to achieve and maintain compliance.
This role is ideal for an experienced security architect or senior federal cybersecurity professional who understands both federal authorization frameworks and modern cloud/software architectures, and who can bridge engineering teams, security governance functions, and government stakeholders.
LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.
Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors-helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.
Responsibilities
Architect systems to support authorization under FedRAMP, DoD RMF, CMMC, and related federal cybersecurity frameworks
Translate requirements from NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-171/172, and DoD security guidance into concrete architecture patterns and engineering implementation strategies
Define secure reference architectures across identity, network segmentation, platform security, data protection, logging, monitoring, and system boundary design
Work directly with engineering and DevSecOps teams to embed security controls into platform architecture, CI/CD pipelines, and operational workflows
Conduct security architecture and design reviews for applications, platforms, and infrastructure supporting federal missions
Guide teams in structuring systems for authorization efficiency, including control inheritance strategies, system boundary definitions, and shared service architectures
Lead or support GRC program activities including control implementation planning, risk assessments, and authorization readiness
Support development of authorization artifacts including System Security Plans (SSPs), control narratives, architecture documentation, and POA&Ms
Provide expertise on DoD Cloud Computing environments (IL4/5/6), National Security Systems (NSS), and environments handling CUI and National Security Information
Conduct DISA STIG analysis and secure configuration reviews for operating systems, platforms, and infrastructure
Collaborate with DevSecOps teams to implement automated compliance validation, continuous monitoring, and security telemetry
Provide architecture guidance and security readiness briefings to engineering teams, leadership, and government stakeholders
Monitor evolving federal cybersecurity policy and translate emerging requirements into architecture and GRC program guidance
Qualifications
Top Secret clearance required.
Active CISSP, CISM, GSLC, C|CISO, or comparable senior cybersecurity certification
10+ years of experience in federal cybersecurity supporting system security engineering, security architecture, or GRC programs aligned with NIST SP 800-53 and the NIST Risk Management Framework
Experience supporting systems pursuing FedRAMP, DoD RMF, or CMMC authorization
Experience implementing and managing security control programs and compliance activities including SSP development, POA&M management, and authorization readiness
Strong understanding of modern cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, or similar), hybrid infrastructure, and containerized platforms
Experience translating compliance frameworks into technical implementation guidance for engineering teams
Experience performing risk assessments related to architecture changes, vulnerabilities, new systems, and data governance
Strong communication skills and the ability to bridge security, engineering, and government stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting DoD Cloud Computing SRG environments (IL4/5/6)
Experience working with National Security Systems (NSS) or classified-adjacent architectures
Familiarity with DevSecOps platforms and compliance automation approaches
Experience using GRC platforms to manage controls, artifacts, and continuous monitoring
Experience participating in Architecture Review Boards (ARB), Change Advisory Boards (CAB), or security design reviews
Experience supporting environments that process or store Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
Experience working in federal consulting, defense, intelligence, or mission-focused environments
Master's degree or bachelor's degree with equivalent experience
What Success Looks Like
Systems are architected from the start to meet federal security requirements, avoiding costly redesigns during authorization
Engineering teams understand how to implement security controls as part of system architecture
The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.
The target salary range for this posiiton is up to $170,000
Applicants must meet eligibility requirements for a U.S. Government security clearance. Only US Citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, LMI will only consider applicants with security clearances or applicants who are eligible for security clearances, due to the nature of the work.
Job Locations
US-VA-Tysons
LMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. LMI is committed to the fair treatment of all and to our policy of providing applicants and employees with equal employment opportunities. LMI recruits, hires, trains, and promotes people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, disability, age, protected veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please contact
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