Cybersecurity Engineer (Clearance Required)

Overview

LMI is seeking a skilled Junior Cybersecurity Engineer at Scott AFB, IL. Successful LMI Cybersecurity Engineers demonstrate competency in project execution, leadership critical thinking, relationship management, and business growth while upholding the highest standard of ethical behavior. The goal of this project is to support the U.S. Transportation Command Engineering task. This position requires an active secret security clearance.

LMI is a consultancy dedicated to powering a future-ready, high-performing government, drawing from expertise in digital and analytic solutions, logistics, and management advisory services. We deliver integrated capabilities that incorporate emerging technologies and are tailored to customers’ unique mission needs, backed by objective research and data analysis. Founded in 1961 to help the Department of Defense resolve complex logistics management challenges, LMI continues to enable growth and transformation, enhance operational readiness and resiliency, and ensure mission success for federal civilian and defense agencies.

At LMI, we’re reimagining the path from insight to outcome at The New Speed of Possible™. Combining a legacy of over 60 years of federal expertise with our innovation ecosystem, we minimize time to value and accelerate mission success. We energize the brightest minds with emerging technologies to inspire creative solutioning and push the boundaries of capability. LMI advances the pace of progress, enabling our customers to thrive while adapting to evolving mission needs. 

We offer a generous compensation package with excellent benefits that start the first day of employment. 

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of the position include:

• Design and implement network security strategies, focusing on Zero Trust Network Architecture (ZTNA).
• Advise clients on comprehensive zero trust security strategies, including IAM, network segmentation, and continuous monitoring to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Analyze security challenges and develop effective solutions to address them.
• Create cybersecurity architectural documentation and artifacts to support security strategies.
• Communicate and present security concepts, findings, and recommendations to clients, ensuring understanding and buy-in.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Level 3 engineer requires 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity consulting or a related role, focusing on delivering security solutions to clients.
• Level 4 engineer requires 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity consulting or a related role, focusing on delivering security solutions to clients.
• Must hold an active Secret clearance granted by the US Government/DoD.
• Must hold an active CompTIA Security+ or a comparable IAT/IAM II/III certification. Advanced certification to include CISSP, CISM, CISA, etc. Preferred.
• Proficient in network security design and implementation, particularly with Zero Trust Network Architecture (ZTNA).
• Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and best practices.
• Strong analytical skills to assess complex security issues and develop effective solutions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to clearly convey security concepts and recommendations.
• Expertise in Security Assessment & Authorization (A&A) with familiarity with the Risk Management Framework (RMF).

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Bachelors degree in related discipline

Target salary range: $87,217 - $153,503. Final compensation will be determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to your skills, experience, education, and/or certifications.

The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.