Security Operations Engineer

540 is seeking a Security Operations Engineer to support our partnership with Google and the Department of Defense in advancing mission-critical capabilities for a global data processing platform. This platform leverages Machine Learning, modern cloud and containerized technologies to ingest, process, and analyze high-volume, time-series data.

In this role, you will support the implementation and maintenance of cybersecurity controls across a complex cloud and platform environment. You will work closely with engineers, architects, and security stakeholders to ensure systems are secure, compliant, and resilient within highly regulated, high-impact environments.

Location : Patrick SFB, FL or Arlington, VA. Candidates should be local to either location. Onsite support may be required based on mission and customer needs. Travel up to 25%

Citizenship Clearance Requirement : Per client requirements, candidates must be U.S. Citizens with an active DoW clearance with TS/SCI eligibility

Education Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (preferred)

540 Internal Thrive Level: Security Specialist III

WHY 540?

540 is a forward-thinking company that the government turns to in order to #getshitdone. We don’t just talk about innovation – we deliver it. We break down barriers, build impactful technology, and solve mission-critical problems.

HOW YOU’LL DRIVE IMPACT

Support implementation of security controls across cloud infrastructure, platforms, and applications

Assist in maintaining compliance with DoD security requirements and frameworks (RMF, NIST 800-53)

Collaborate with engineers and architects to integrate security into system design and development

Support vulnerability management, scanning, and remediation efforts

Assist in monitoring system security posture and responding to security findings

Support development and maintenance of security documentation, including SSPs and POA Ms

Participate in security assessments, audits, and authorization activities

Support incident response activities and root cause analysis

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote secure development and operational practices

REQUIRED SKILLS EXPERIENCE

5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, or related roles

Experience working with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)

Experience completing the RMF process from start to finish, including required documentation

Experience creating and managing ATO packages in eMASS

Familiarity with DoD security frameworks and NIST 800-53 Rev. 5

Familiarity with STIGs and cybersecurity scanning (SAST, Fortify)

Familiarity with securing containerized environments and cloud-native applications

Experience with DevSecOps practices and CI/CD security integration

Experience in Cybersecurity automation (policy as code)

CompTIA Security+ certification required (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire)

NICE TO HAVE

Experience supporting Google Cloud environments (GCP)

Experience securing machine learning operations (MLOps)

Familiarity with cloud security concepts

Experience working with Linux-based systems

Experience supporting cybersecurity efforts within high-security or highly-regulated environments

BENEFITS PERKS

Flexible PTO + all Federal holidays off

Health, dental and vision insurance plans

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401k with employer match

Company-sponsored life insurance, short- and long-term disability

Professional development (training, certifications, conferences)

Paid cloud developer accounts

Referral bonuses

HQ office perks (parking / metro reimbursement, nitro coffee lunches)

Annual social events (540 Week, hackathon, charity golf tournament, etc.)

Access to 540’s Washington Capitals Nationals tickets

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO)

540's policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.