Security Engineer at Scientific Research Corporation in US-FL-Orlando
- Company: Scientific Research Corporation
- Location: US-FL-Orlando
- Posted: Sep 18, 2026
- Type: Full-time
- Experience: 4+ years
Overview
Description Implement patching procedures for multiple Operating Systems (Linux, Windows, VMware, Cisco) Run and review vulnerability scans and STIGs Prioritize vulnerability remediation efforts across endpoints, networks, and applications
Job description
- Description
Responsibilities
- Implement patching procedures for multiple Operating Systems (Linux, Windows, VMware, Cisco)
- Run and review vulnerability scans and STIGs
- Prioritize vulnerability remediation efforts across endpoints, networks, and applications
- Automate patching process for multiple Operating Systems (Linux/Windows)
- Responsible for securing and hardening hardware and software systems.
- Governance, Risk & Compliance
- Support tracking resolution and milestones for program's Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) items
- Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and standards
- Ensure compliance with relevant standards, directives and regulations
- Conduct risk assessments and support audit activities
- Remain abreast of emerging technologies, cyber threats and security tools
- Security Architecture & Engineering
- Design, implement, and manage security solutions (e.g., SIEM, EDR, firewalls, IDS/IPS, IAM, VPN)
- Evaluate and integrate new security technologies and tools
- Advise ISSO and ISSM on issues related to securing and monitoring classified DoD networks
- Creation and maintaining of data flow and system boundary diagrams
- Agile/Scrum process
Requirements
- Active secret clearance
- Bachelor’s (BS) degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Strong understanding of network protocols, security architecture, and security practices
- Experience with Linux-based and Windows-based systems
- Proficient in scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash)
- Experience with automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform, Chef, Puppet)
- Understanding of CI/CD
- In-depth knowledge of modern threat landscapes, vulnerabilities, mitigation techniques, and security tools and processes
- Familiarity with NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, SOC 2 and/or ISO 27001
- Ability to write clear and concise cybersecurity guidance, procedures and documentation
- Security+ Certified
- DoD RMF security practices and regulations
- Virtualization (preferably VMware)
- Familiarity with open-source security tools
- Familiarity with ACAS, Tenable Security Center, and Tenable Nessus
Skills
Required
- Active secret clearance
- Understanding of CI/CD
- Security+ Certified
Preferred
- Virtualization (preferably VMware)
About Scientific Research Corporation
Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients. SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals with amounts increasing based on role and years of service, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.