Security Engineer
Location: Austin, TX
Job Type: contract
Company: IDR
Category: Security
Job Description Apply Now
IDR is seeking a highly skilled an experienced Security Engineer to join one of our top clients in the public sector industry. If you are looking for an opportunity to join a large organization and work within a team-oriented culture, please apply today!Position Overview/Responsibilities for the Security Engineer:
The Security Engineer will project work by leading security governance, compliance, and risk management activities, with a strong focus on System Security & Privacy Plans (SSP/SSPP). This role bridges technical security operations and regulatory compliance, ensuring audit readiness, effective vulnerability remediation, and secure delivery of public-facing services across complex, multi-platform environments.
• Lead end to end System Security & Privacy Plan (SSP/SSPP) development, maintenance, and updates for enterprise systems
• Drive remediation activities through POA&M management, ensuring timely closure of compliance gaps
• Translate penetration testing and vulnerability findings into actionable remediation work items (EPICs/user stories)
• Coordinate with application, infrastructure, and security teams to validate remediation through re-testing and evidence
• Oversee risk-based vulnerability management, including prioritization and SLA-driven remediation
• Provide governance oversight for endpoint protection, web application security, and cloud security controls
• Produce assessor ready documentation, including configurations, monitoring evidence, approvals, and incident traceability
• Support continuous audit readiness and reduce repeat findings through disciplined governance and documentation practices
Required Skills for the Security Engineer:
- 12+ years in Governance, Risk & Compliance, SSP ownership, CMS MARS-E v2.2, NIST 800-53/RMF, audit evidence management, POA&M tracking, and regulatory remediation.
- Deep expertise in enterprise security, vulnerability management, penetration testing, cloud/hybrid environments, Secure SDLC, and DevSecOps.
- Proven ability to translate technical risks into compliance-aligned actions, manage cross-functional teams, improve audit outcomes, and drive security governance maturity.
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive compensation package
- Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
- Opportunity to get in with an industry-leading organization
- Close-knit and team-oriented culture
Why IDR?
- 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
- Employee Stock Ownership Program
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 11 years in a row
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