Zero Trust Subject Matter Expert

1 month ago


washington, United States Eliassen Group Full time

Job Title: Zero Trust Subject Matter Expert (SME)


Clearance: Secret

Location: 600 19th St. NW, Washington, DC.


Relevant Experience for this Role:


Education: Minimum of a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, cybersecurity engineering, or a closely related field OR equivalent experience demonstrating deep technical expertise in software development and cybersecurity.


Experience: 7+ years of hands-on engineering experience with a proven track record in implementing security solutions, including Zero Trust principles.


Knowledge: Strong understanding of Zero Trust principles, frameworks, and their application to software design, development, and deployment.


Skills: Expertise in secure coding practices, SecDevOps principles, and integrating Zero Trust into the SDLC.

Technical Proficiency: Experience with API security, application-level segmentation, and secure containerization technologies.


Key Responsibilities:


Security Architecture Development:

Provide expert guidance in developing a robust security architecture for software products, applications, and supporting infrastructure.


Ensure that security architecture aligns with Zero Trust principles and organizational security policies.


Technical Leadership:


Lead technical discussions to establish Zero Trust-informed, security-focused software design standards and maturity models.


Provide technical leadership and mentoring to development teams, fostering a culture of security awareness and best practices.


Secure Coding and Integration:


Design and implement secure coding practices, API security, application-level segmentation, and other Zero Trust components into software products.


Integrate Zero Trust principles into the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to enhance overall security posture.


Evaluation and Optimization:


Conduct in-depth evaluations of the SDLC and identify areas of optimization from a Zero Trust and overall security perspective.


Recommend and implement improvements to enhance security and efficiency.


Collaboration and Communication:


Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, operations, and security professionals, to ensure seamless integration of Zero Trust principles.


Communicate complex security concepts and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Additional Desired Qualifications:


Certifications: Relevant cybersecurity or Zero Trust engineering certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, ZTX).

Cloud Experience: Experience with cloud-based Zero Trust implementations, including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.


Programming Skills: Proficiency in multiple programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C++) and familiarity with common development frameworks.


Tools Proficiency: Experience with vulnerability scanning and code analysis tools (e.g., SonarQube, Fortify, Checkmarx).



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