About Packaged Agile
Packaged Agile is a boutique consulting and coaching firm specializing in agile methodologies and digital services. We are dedicated to helping our clients deliver measurable value to their customers by fostering a culture of good agile practices across various sectors. Our company is proud to be a United States Small Business Administration (SBA) HUBZone-certified organization, emphasizing our commitment to supporting small businesses and underserved communities.
We prioritize hiring candidates who reside within SBA HUBZone areas or are willing to relocate, ensuring we uphold our mission of economic development and community engagement.
About The Role
As a Security Engineer at Packaged Agile, you will play a critical role in safeguarding sensitive information for a federal client that is rapidly expanding its use of artificial intelligence. Your primary responsibility will be to develop and implement security measures that protect enterprise data across diverse environments, including cloud, on-premises, SaaS, and developer platforms. You will focus on establishing a robust security posture to govern and secure AI applications, ensuring compliance with federal standards and best practices.
This is a fully remote position, requiring you to work during Eastern time core hours from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET. Occasional travel of approximately one to two days per quarter may be required. This opportunity is contingent upon the successful award of the contract.
Qualifications The ideal candidate must be a U.S. citizen capable of passing a Public Trust clearance process with a U.S. government client. A CISSP certification is mandatory, demonstrating your expertise in information security. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree with at least five years of relevant experience, or a master's degree or higher with three years of experience.
Alternatively, individuals with nine years of experience without a degree are also considered. Extensive knowledge of IT security design, operations, encryption, access controls, and authentication processes is essential.
Experience working as a security engineer on complex technology implementations in product-centric environments is highly valued. Candidates should have a proven ability to bridge gaps between legacy development or operations teams and foster a shared security culture. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, are required to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Plan, manage, and oversee security engineering activities to ensure robust protection of enterprise data and systems.
Perform comprehensive security audits, risk assessments, application vulnerability testing, and security code reviews to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
Develop and implement technical solutions aimed at reducing security risks and enhancing system resilience.
Conduct ongoing research to identify emerging attack vectors and adapt security strategies accordingly.
Support development teams in creating secure systems by providing guidance on security best practices and privacy considerations.
Apply key security and privacy requirements to select appropriate technologies and design secure, compliant business solutions.
Benefits
Packaged Agile offers a competitive compensation package, with a salary range of $95,000 to $108,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Our benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, dental and vision plans, and a 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions. Additionally, employees are eligible for a performance-based annual bonus, recognizing individual and team contributions.
We promote a flexible work environment that supports work-life balance, and our remote work setup allows for a comfortable and productive workspace. We are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture where all team members can thrive and grow professionally.
Equal Opportunity
Packaged Agile is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or membership in any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. We believe that a diverse team enhances our ability to serve our clients effectively and innovate continuously.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic.