Job ID: JOB_ID_1939
Role Overview: Security Engineer (GRC Focus)
Mindfore Inc is seeking a highly skilled Security Engineer for a hybrid role in Austin, Texas. This position is tailored for a security professional with a deep specialization in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) and Enterprise Security Architecture. You will be responsible for the end-to-end development of System Security Plans (SSP) and ensuring that complex hybrid environments meet stringent federal and state security frameworks. This role requires a blend of technical hands-on expertise and the ability to manage high-level compliance audits for critical state systems.
Core Responsibilities
- SSP Development: Take full ownership of the development and maintenance of System Security Plans (SSP) from inception to final approval.
- Framework Implementation: Apply hands-on experience with CMS MARS E v2.2 or comparable frameworks to ensure all systems meet regulatory standards.
- Vulnerability & Risk Management: Lead vulnerability management and penetration testing efforts, translating technical findings into compliance-aligned remediation strategies.
- Audit & Compliance: Manage the collection and validation of audit evidence. You will be responsible for the creation, tracking, and remediation of Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M).
- Cloud & Hybrid Security: Design and implement security controls for hybrid environments, ensuring consistent security posture across on-premise and cloud platforms.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a primary security liaison for infrastructure and application teams, as well as executive stakeholders, providing clear communication on security risks and compliance status.
- Secure SDLC: Integrate security best practices into the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and DevSecOps pipelines.
Required Technical Expertise
- 12+ years of experience in Security Engineering with a focus on GRC and Security Architecture.
- 10+ years of experience specifically in SSP development and management.
- 10+ years of experience with CMS MARS E v2.2 or similar federal/state security frameworks.
- Expert knowledge of NIST 800-53, NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), and privacy controls.
- Proven ability to manage multi-vendor and multi-platform environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) systems.
- Demonstrated success in reducing repeat audit findings and improving organizational compliance maturity.
- Experience mentoring junior security staff on governance best practices.
Work Schedule and Location
This is a hybrid position based in Austin, Texas. Candidates must be local to Texas to be considered. The role offers the opportunity to work on high-visibility state systems, ensuring the security and privacy of citizen data through rigorous engineering and compliance standards.
Special Requirements
Need TX locals, Hybrid Austin TX, CMS MARS E v2.2 framework expertise required.
Compensation & Location
Salary: $130,000 – $190,000 per year (Estimated)
Location: Austin, TX
Recruiter / Company – Contact Information
Recruiter / Employer: Mindfore Inc
Email: john@mindfore.com
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