Cybersecurity Engineer

Wiley, a leading law firm in Washington, DC, is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to support our Information Technology department. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining security solutions to protect the firm’s systems and data. This role includes system upgrades, system setup and configuration, and ensuring compliance with client and regulatory requirements. The Cybersecurity Engineer will support secure, government-regulated environments to meet required security standards.

This position is eligible to participate in the firm's flexible work program.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Design, implement, and maintain security architectures and solutions
• Configure and upgrade security systems to meet evolving requirements
• Ensure systems and processes comply with relevant data protection, privacy, and security requirements as defined by clients and applicable regulations (GDPR, HIPAA, CMMC)
• Set up and maintain secure environments and configurations in accordance with client requirements and industry standards
• Perform risk analysis and security assessments
• Collaborate with IT and client teams to ensure security objectives are met
• Manage encryption, access controls, and endpoint security solutions
• Monitor and optimize security infrastructure for reliability and performance
• Document system configurations, processes, and changes
• Respond to after-hours security issues as needed
• Meets the department’s expectations to retrieve, read and/or respond to firm and client-related e-mail messages during and outside of core business and scheduled work hours by connecting a personal mobile device (smartphone or tablet with a data plan) to the firm’s network

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• The ability to communicate professionally and effectively, both in oral and written form
• The ability to multi-task, prioritize and coordinate deadlines and track progress of tasks
• Ability to organize work and use time efficiently
• Ability to demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy
• Must maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials
• Must establish and maintain effective working relationships in or out of a team environment
• Understands and adopts the organizational structure
• Possesses the attitude of collaboration and sharing
• Ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve complex problems
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Willingness to learn and adopt new methodologies
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity engineering and architecture
• Familiarity with GDPR, HIPAA, and CMMC requirements
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and documentation abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively and respond flexibly to changing needs
• Flexibility and willingness to respond to issues during and outside of core business hours

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• College degree preferred; high school diploma required
• Minimum five (5) years of relevant cybersecurity engineering experience
• Experience with secure government-regulated cloud platforms and environments (e.g., GCC High or similar)

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• An on-site presence is an essential function of this position. Remote work may be permitted in accordance with the firm’s flexible work policy and based on business needs
• Position operates in a professional office environment which is usually quiet to moderate
• Position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets
• Position requires that the employee be able to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• This position is primarily a sedentary position. However, some duties and responsibilities may require the employee to lift files, open filing cabinets, bend or stand, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, occasionally move about to access office equipment, file cabinets, etc.
• May require employee to carry or lift items weighing up to 20 pounds
• This description outlines the basic requirements of this position. It is not intended to be a complete description as other duties may be assigned.

The base salary for this position is expected to be between $165,000 to $175,000 annually. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other job-related factors, consistent with applicable law.

Wiley’s comprehensive benefits package includes medical and prescription drug plan coverage, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with firm discretionary contribution, generous paid time off (PTO) package plus ten firm paid holidays, access to state of the art on-site fitness facilities and locker rooms and wellness programming, paid parental leave and subsidized backup child/elder care, and more.

*Wiley is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, political affiliation, matriculation status, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, a sexual offense or stalking, homeless status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

**This Organization Participates in E-Verify. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.

***This position may involve access to technology, data, or software that is subject to U.S. export control laws (e.g. ITAR, EAR). Accordingly, the Firm has adopted a policy that it will not seek export licenses or rely on export license exceptions for individuals who receive a conditional offer of employment concerning this role. If you receive a conditional offer, you will be asked to complete a separate Export Control Eligibility Assessment to determine whether U.S. export laws permit you to perform the role. This policy reflects export compliance and operational considerations only. The Firm does not discriminate based on citizenship, immigration status, national origin, or any other protected trait or characteristic. Any decision not to proceed with an applicant following an Export Control Eligibility Assessment will be based on export control constraints, not personal status. The Export Control Eligibility Assessment process is confidential and separate from the Form I-9 employment eligibility verification process. All candidates who receive and accept a conditional offer must also complete the I-9 employment eligibility verification process upon joining the firm.