Security Engineer

Company: Nava
Location: Washington
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Be Challenged and Make a DifferenceIn a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe that investing in great people leads to great outcomes. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture.Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Security Engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will ensure that classified systems meet or exceed federal cybersecurity and compliance standards, including vulnerability management, PKI, COMSEC, and audit readiness.Key Responsibilities

• Conduct vulnerability scans (Tenable, VPR) and implement security hardening.
• Maintain Certification & Accreditation (C&A) packages in CSAM.
• Manage PKI and IC-PKI certificates, including soft/hard token lifecycle management.
• Support audit preparation, contingency planning, and incident response.
• Provide COMSEC support, including key issuance and inventory management.This position is full-time and onsite in Washington, DC. Remote support is not available.Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred. Alternatively, a minimum of 8 years of relevant cybersecurity experience.
• Experience: At least 5 years supporting enterprise IT security in a federal or classified environment.
• Skills/Certifications:
• Experience with Certification & Accreditation (C&A), CSAM, and NIST frameworks.
• Proven skills in security monitoring, vulnerability management, incident response, and audit support.
• Familiarity with DOJ security standards, FISMA, NIST 800-53, RMF, and ICD 503.
• Proficiency with security tools such as Tenable Nessus, Splunk, VPR, etc.
• Strong understanding of PKI, smart card certificates, and IC-PKI lifecycle.
• Experience with security plans, contingency and incident response plans, and control assessments.
• Ability to coordinate with engineering, system administrators, and COMSEC personnel.Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance required; TS/SCI clearance is preferred.Preferred Qualifications
  • Industry certifications such as Security+, CISSP, CISM, or CEH.Benefits
    • Generous medical insurance cost sharing for employees and dependents.
    • 100% company-paid dental, vision, and long/short-term disability insurance.
    • 401(k) plan with generous match and immediate vesting.
    • Competitive salary, paid leave, holidays, tuition reimbursement, and life insurance.About AnaVationAnaVation specializes in solving complex technical challenges for the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. Based in Chantilly, Virginia, we deliver innovative research and systems engineering to support our clients' missions. We offer challenging projects, a collaborative environment, and opportunities for growth.If you're looking to advance your career and make a meaningful impact, AnaVation is the right place for you!We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or other protected characteristics.
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