IT Security Engineer III

Summary

GAMA-1 Technologies, LLC seeks an experienced IT Security Engineer III on upcoming work to support the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of enterprise cybersecurity defenses within a federal telework environment. The incumbent is responsible for developing, tuning, and maintaining intrusion detection and security monitoring capabilities, executing vulnerability scans, developing and testing technical security controls, and supporting remediation efforts following assessments or penetration testing activities. This position plays a key role in ensuring compliance with FISMA, FedRAMP, and agency-specific cybersecurity requirements while maintaining strong situational awareness across enterprise systems.

Supervisory Responsibilities None

Essential functions/responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Build, configure, and tune Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) content for near real-time monitoring and alerting.
• Execute credentialed vulnerability and configuration scans using approved federal tools and document results.
• Develop, implement, and test technical security controls in alignment with NIST SP 800-53, FedRAMP, and agency requirements.
• Create and maintain scripts or automation tools to streamline evidence collection, log analysis, and compliance reporting.
• Collaborate with system owners and administrators to remediate penetration test findings and vulnerability scan results.
• Support incident detection and response activities by providing log analysis, event correlation, and root cause insights.
• Participate in change management and risk assessment reviews to ensure proposed configurations maintain security posture.
• Assist in maintaining security documentation, standard operating procedures, and system security plans (SSPs).
• Stay current with evolving cybersecurity threats, technologies, and mitigation techniques.
  
  

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Information Security and Confidentiality Obligations

• Ensure adherence to organizational information security policies and procedures; actively participate in mandatory security awareness training; and manage confidential and sensitive information in accordance with company protocols and data protection standards.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Business, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 4-8 years of of progressive experience in security engineering or cybersecurity operations within enterprise or federal environments.
• Strong technical proficiency in Windows and Linux operating systems, including system hardening and security configuration.
• Familiarity with FedRAMP, FISMA, and related federal security standards.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability scanning tools.
• Working knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, or Bash) for automation or evidence collection.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.
• SAP HANA exposure or experience supporting secure enterprise applications is desirable.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications as CISSP or GSEC, GIAC GCIA or GCED preferred, Security baseline.
• Experience working with Splunk, QRadar, Tenable, Nessus, or equivalent enterprise tools.
• Familiarity with network security architecture, firewall management, and endpoint protection solutions.
• Knowledge of incident response processes, forensic data analysis, and log correlation techniques.
  
  

Security Clearance & Eligibility

• In accordance with facility Special Security Requirements and Department of Justice (DOJ) policy, candidates must have legally resided in the United States for three of the past five years, worked for the U.S. Government or military overseas, or been a dependent of a U.S. Government or military employee serving overseas. Non-U.S. citizens must be from an allied nation as defined by the Office of Personnel Management. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of Bureau of Prisons investigative procedures, which may include NCIC and fingerprint checks, law enforcement and employment history verification, federal application/resume review, release of information, urinalysis, and, if applicable, a National Agency Check. No work may commence until all required background investigations and clearances have been fully adjudicated.
  
  

Work environment

• This work will be performed primarily in a telework environment, with on-site duties required one day per week.
  
  

Physical demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organizations and client facilities.
  
  

Travel required Yes, travel to client site in Washington, DC.

Proficiency Requirement

• The employee is expected to demonstrate proficiency in all essential job functions, tools, and processes related to this position within the first 90 days of employment. This includes acquiring a thorough understanding of job-specific responsibilities, systems, and workflows as outlined during onboarding and training. Failure to meet this requirement may result in additional training, reassessment, or other actions as deemed necessary by management.
  
  

Employment is contingent upon government approval and, if applicable, contract award.

The base salary range for this position is $137,817 - $166,045

This base salary range represents a general guideline. An individual’s base salary within that range is determined based on a variety of factors, including (without limitation) the scope, complexities, and responsibilities of the position, the government contract to which the position is assigned, geographic location, market conditions, and the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and skills.

GAMA-1 also offers a variety of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, training and career development opportunities, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO - to cover vacation, illness or disability, appointments, emergencies or other situations that require time off from work). For more information click here.

About Gama-1

GAMA-1 is a rapidly growing technology business that is based in Greenbelt, Maryland. GAMA-1 Technologies provides strategic information assurance, information security, and business enterprise and networking solutions to the Federal Government. Our success is based on the utilization of industry and agency standards, establishment of standardized processes, and IT Services expertise. At GAMA-1, we believe employees should grow, achieve, and develop just as the company grows, achieves, and develops. GAMA-1 is committed to providing our employees with opportunities for career advancement throughout their employment. For more information, visit www.gama1tech.com

GAMA-1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), domestic violence victims, political orientation, status as a smoker or tobacco user, hairstyle, use of a service animal, education status, familial status, HIV/AIDS status, height, weight, reproductive healthcare decisions or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

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