Senior Security Engineer

Clarity Innovations
United States
Remote

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-level to senior cybersecurity professionals who can lead and collaborate on DoD-compliant security solutions.

Best fit for

  • Mid-level to senior cybersecurity professionals with DoD compliance and leadership experience
    — “seeking a mid-level engineer with strong cybersecurity leadership skills”
  • Candidates with a deep understanding of DoD security frameworks and standards
    — “familiar with DoD network and cyber security standards – guiding the development of Cybersecurity policy, requirements, engineering and certification”
  • Individuals who can translate complex security requirements into actionable engineering solutions
    — “how these requirements translate to cyber security solutions, processes, configuration implementation, and application requirements”

Things to consider

  • Must be eligible for a Common Access Card (CAC), which may require U.S. citizenship or specific security clearances
    — “MUST be eligible to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC)”
  • Certifications are mandatory, with specific DoD and industry-focused credentials required
    — “MUST hold at a minimum DoD 8140/8570 certification level: IAT II or IAT III”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with RMF and DISA STIGs in your resume and interview responses
    — “familiar with Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements, DISA STIGs”
  • Emphasize your ability to lead and guide development teams toward compliance
    — “SHALL be able to provide technical guidance and constructive feedback for development teams to reach compliance”
  • Showcase your ability to identify security risks and propose mitigation strategies
    — “identifies and proposes improvements to security policies, standards and procedures, and risk mitigations / remediation activities”
  • Demonstrate your knowledge of secure DevSecOps practices and cloud security
    — “specific knowledge that may include, but is not limited to: Unix, DevSecOps, web application security, web application modernization, AWS cloud security”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Guiding the development of Cybersecurity policy
  • Conducting comprehensive security engineering analyses
Typical background
Minimum 3 years’ experience with DoD network engineering/management

Skills & requirements

Required

Dod Network EngineeringCybersecurity PolicyRisk Management Framework (rmf)DISA StigsFIPS 140-2 ComplianceNIST Framework Principles

Preferred

CI/CDDevSecOps

Stack & domain

Dod Network Engineering/managementCyber SecurityRisk Management Framework (rmf)DISA StigsFIPS 140-2 ComplianceNIST Framework PrinciplesLeadershipNational SecurityInformation WarfareCyber OperationsOperational SecurityData Structuring

About the role

Original posting from Clarity Innovations via Greenhouse

Clarity Innovations is a trusted national security partner, dedicated to safeguarding our nation’s interests and delivering innovative solutions that empower the Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD) to transform data into actionable intelligence, ensuring mission success in an evolving world.

Our mission-first software and data engineering platform modernizes data operations, utilizing advanced workflows, CI/CD, and secure DevSecOps practices. We focus on challenges in Information Warfare, Cyber Operations, Operational Security, and Data Structuring, enabling end-to-end solutions that drive operational impact.

We are committed to delivering cutting-edge tools and capabilities that address the most complex national security challenges, empowering our partners to stay ahead of emerging threats and ensuring the success of their critical missions. At Clarity, we are people-focused and set on being a destination employer for top talent, offering an environment where innovation thrives, careers grow, and individuals are valued. Join us as we continue to lead innovation and tackle the most pressing challenges in national security.

Position Summary

We are seeking a mid-level engineer with strong cybersecurity leadership skills to join our dynamic team. As a Cyber Security Engineer at Clarity Innovations, you will play a pivotal role in the success of our products.

The candidate must be familiar with DoD network and cyber security standards – guiding the development of Cybersecurity policy, requirements, engineering and certification, and accreditation. The candidate must be familiar with Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements, DISA STIGs. The candidate must understand application of FIPS 140-2 compliance and NIST framework principles, and how these requirements translate to cyber security solutions, processes, configuration implementation, and application requirements. 

Primary Responsibilities (included but not limited to):

Advises application teams on the security implications of both proposed and actual software modifications, ensuring awareness of risks and the integration of appropriate security measures. 

Identifies and documents application teams’ proposed and actual changes, and recommended mitigation plans and security measures 

Conducts comprehensive security engineering analyses, including vulnerability and risk assessments to inform risk decisions and mitigation strategies. 

Assesses the effectiveness of implemented security controls, ensuring compliance with U.S. Air Force and DoD security standards and objectives. 

Evaluates applications for potential security risks. Identifies and proposes improvements to security policies, standards and procedures, and risk mitigations / remediation activities. 

Reviews and analyzes application architectures, data flows, and related processes or documentation to identify security deficiencies, recommending necessary adjustments and validating the implementation of such changes

Participates in customer meetings, discussions and decisions. Identifies and proposes improvements to security policies, standards and procedures, and risk mitigation/remediation activities.

Supports product development discovery efforts, security architecture design and control evaluation

Shares best practices and technical knowledge among multiple teams/portfolios.

Required: 

Minimum 3 years’ experience with DoD network engineering/management

Minimum 3 years specified work in Cyber Security

MUST hold at a minimum DoD 8140/8570 certification level: IAT II or IAT III

MUST hold at least ONE of the following certifications: CASP+, AWS Security, CCSP, CSSLP (or Associate of ISC2), or equivalent technical security certification or demonstrated experience directly related to the problem domain

Specific knowledge that may include, but is not limited to: Unix, DevSecOps, web application security, web application modernization, AWS cloud security, DoD/U.S. Air Force Risk Management Framework and related security policies and practices

MUST be eligible to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC)

Non-Technical Competencies:

SHALL be comfortable effectively leading a team and setting priorities 

SHALL be able to provide technical guidance and constructive feedback for development teams  to reach compliance 

Required: Strong communication/general soft skills 

SHALL conduct themselves at all times in a professional and respectful manner

SHALL give and receive feedback in a respectful and professional manner 

SHALL be a “team player” and contribute to “can-do” culture

Salary Range: $116,000 - $286,000

Pay Range

The posted pay range reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position and is provided to give candidates a general understanding of the compensation opportunity. The actual salary offered will be determined based on the requirements of the position and a variety of job-related factors, which may include geographic location, applicable Federal Government contract labor categories and wage rates, relevant experience, skills and competencies, education, certifications, and the scope and responsibilities of the role.

Because this position may be performed in multiple locations and may be subject to different contract requirements, the salary ultimately offered may vary based on the applicable location and contract. The posted range is not a guarantee of a specific starting salary or an indication that an offer will be made at any particular point within the range.

Total Rewards

In addition to competitive base pay, Clarity provides a Total Rewards package designed to attract and retain exceptional professionals committed to excellence. Our benefits reflect the value we place on skilled individuals who drive our impact in critical digital missions.

At Clarity, a career means joining a high-performing team advancing vital work in the digital landscape. We encourage you to consider the total value of joining us—competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and resources that support your growth and impact.

Our Total Rewards package includes performance-based bonuses, extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, substantial paid time off and holidays, flexible work arrangements where possible, and a range of income protection benefits. We are committed to supporting your well-being, professional growth, and ability to contribute to essential digital missions.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Source: Clarity Innovations careers (Greenhouse)

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