Senior Trellix Cybersecurity Engineer/RMF ISSO – TS/SCI
ZTI Solutions LLC, Falls Church, Virginia, United States, 22042
Senior Trellix Cybersecurity Engineer / RMF ISSO – TS/SCI
Clearance: Active TS/SCI Clearance Required
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Required
Experience: 11-13 years of relevant experience
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Location: On-Site at Suffolk Building (no remote/hybrid option)
Job Description ZTI is seeking a
Senior Trellix Cybersecurity Engineer with RMF ISSO expertise
to architect, implement, and manage a comprehensive Trellix security environment while supporting
RMF compliance activities
for a
high‑visibility Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO) mission
focused on
AI/ML development and securing advanced data systems .
This role requires
expertise in deploying Trellix from the ground up , configuring and managing all modules, performing STIG compliance across integrated devices including Microsoft SQL, and ensuring cybersecurity compliance through direct ISSO responsibilities. The candidate will support AI/ML development environments to ensure their security posture meets DoD and CDAO mission objectives.
This is a
full‑time permanent on‑site role
at the Suffolk Building with an
immediate hire , offering a starting salary between
$160,000 and $190,000 , based on qualifications and experience.
Primary Responsibilities
Architect, install, configure, and manage
Trellix ePO and associated modules
from initial deployment to operational sustainment.
Integrate Trellix with
Microsoft SQL
databases, ensuring optimal performance, availability, and security compliance.
Develop and implement
STIG hardening
for all systems associated with Trellix deployment, including endpoints, servers, and databases.
Configure and manage endpoint security, DLP, threat prevention, and advanced Trellix modules to support CDAO AI/ML mission security requirements.
Conduct vulnerability assessments and remediate findings to maintain system compliance with DoD and CDAO security standards.
Develop operational documentation, SOPs, and as‑built configurations for sustainment.
Collaborate with security teams, system administrators, and data engineers to integrate Trellix into AI/ML workflows securely.
Provide Tier III support and subject matter expertise for all Trellix‑related issues and projects.
Additional Duties – RMF ISSO Roles & Responsibilities
Serve as
Information System Security Officer (ISSO)
for assigned AI/ML systems.
Support development, implementation, and maintenance of RMF packages, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
Conduct
continuous monitoring
activities, vulnerability scanning, and security control assessments.
Coordinate with the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) and Authorizing Official (AO) to maintain system Authorization to Operate (ATO) status.
Ensure security requirements are integrated into system designs supporting AI/ML operations.
Maintain knowledge of evolving DoD, RMF, and CDAO cybersecurity policies to ensure compliance and proactive risk management.
Required Qualifications
11-13 years of cybersecurity engineering experience , with significant hands‑on expertise in Trellix (McAfee) architecture and administration.
Bachelor’s Degree
in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.
Active TS/SCI Clearance required.
8570 IAT II compliant certification
(e.g., Security+, CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP).
Cloud Security Certification
(e.g., AWS Certified Security – Specialty, CCSK, CCSP, Azure Security Engineer Associate).li>
Expert‑level knowledge in deploying and managing
Trellix ePO , Threat Prevention, DLP, and associated modules in DoD environments.
Demonstrated experience
setting up Trellix from scratch , including policy configuration, system deployment, and integration with Microsoft SQL databases.
Strong understanding of
DoD STIG compliance , vulnerability management, and security hardening for Windows and Linux systems.
Experience performing RMF ISSO responsibilities within classified environments.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in cross‑functional mission‑focused teams.
U.S. Citizenship required
due to contract requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Trellix/McAfee Certified Product Specialist or similar vendor certifications.
Familiarity with SIEM integrations involving Trellix and enterprise logging solutions.
Experience with
STIG compliance automation tools
(e.g., SCAP, DISA STIG Viewer).
Prior experience supporting
CDAO, AI/ML development environments , or advanced data security initiatives.
Ability to develop security engineering solutions in alignment with RMF, NIST, and DoD cybersecurity frameworks.
Work Environment & Additional Information
On‑Site at Suffolk Building
(no remote or hybrid options).
Immediate hire
for a full‑time permanent position.
Competitive salary
($160,000 to $190,000 starting)
with full benefits.
Opportunity to support
high‑impact AI/ML development and CDAO mission security .
Collaboration with a team of cybersecurity engineers, data scientists, and mission‑focused professionals.
Benefits
Four Weeks of Paid Time Off
All Federal Holiday Paid Vacation
Four Percent Matching 401K
Full health/vision/dental benefits for the employee and family paid 100% by ZTI Solutions, LLC
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Job Description ZTI is seeking a
Senior Trellix Cybersecurity Engineer with RMF ISSO expertise
to architect, implement, and manage a comprehensive Trellix security environment while supporting
RMF compliance activities
for a
high‑visibility Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO) mission
focused on
AI/ML development and securing advanced data systems .
This role requires
expertise in deploying Trellix from the ground up , configuring and managing all modules, performing STIG compliance across integrated devices including Microsoft SQL, and ensuring cybersecurity compliance through direct ISSO responsibilities. The candidate will support AI/ML development environments to ensure their security posture meets DoD and CDAO mission objectives.
This is a
full‑time permanent on‑site role
at the Suffolk Building with an
immediate hire , offering a starting salary between
$160,000 and $190,000 , based on qualifications and experience.
Primary Responsibilities
Architect, install, configure, and manage
Trellix ePO and associated modules
from initial deployment to operational sustainment.
Integrate Trellix with
Microsoft SQL
databases, ensuring optimal performance, availability, and security compliance.
Develop and implement
STIG hardening
for all systems associated with Trellix deployment, including endpoints, servers, and databases.
Configure and manage endpoint security, DLP, threat prevention, and advanced Trellix modules to support CDAO AI/ML mission security requirements.
Conduct vulnerability assessments and remediate findings to maintain system compliance with DoD and CDAO security standards.
Develop operational documentation, SOPs, and as‑built configurations for sustainment.
Collaborate with security teams, system administrators, and data engineers to integrate Trellix into AI/ML workflows securely.
Provide Tier III support and subject matter expertise for all Trellix‑related issues and projects.
Additional Duties – RMF ISSO Roles & Responsibilities
Serve as
Information System Security Officer (ISSO)
for assigned AI/ML systems.
Support development, implementation, and maintenance of RMF packages, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
Conduct
continuous monitoring
activities, vulnerability scanning, and security control assessments.
Coordinate with the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) and Authorizing Official (AO) to maintain system Authorization to Operate (ATO) status.
Ensure security requirements are integrated into system designs supporting AI/ML operations.
Maintain knowledge of evolving DoD, RMF, and CDAO cybersecurity policies to ensure compliance and proactive risk management.
Required Qualifications
11-13 years of cybersecurity engineering experience , with significant hands‑on expertise in Trellix (McAfee) architecture and administration.
Bachelor’s Degree
in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.
Active TS/SCI Clearance required.
8570 IAT II compliant certification
(e.g., Security+, CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP).
Cloud Security Certification
(e.g., AWS Certified Security – Specialty, CCSK, CCSP, Azure Security Engineer Associate).li>
Expert‑level knowledge in deploying and managing
Trellix ePO , Threat Prevention, DLP, and associated modules in DoD environments.
Demonstrated experience
setting up Trellix from scratch , including policy configuration, system deployment, and integration with Microsoft SQL databases.
Strong understanding of
DoD STIG compliance , vulnerability management, and security hardening for Windows and Linux systems.
Experience performing RMF ISSO responsibilities within classified environments.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in cross‑functional mission‑focused teams.
U.S. Citizenship required
due to contract requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Trellix/McAfee Certified Product Specialist or similar vendor certifications.
Familiarity with SIEM integrations involving Trellix and enterprise logging solutions.
Experience with
STIG compliance automation tools
(e.g., SCAP, DISA STIG Viewer).
Prior experience supporting
CDAO, AI/ML development environments , or advanced data security initiatives.
Ability to develop security engineering solutions in alignment with RMF, NIST, and DoD cybersecurity frameworks.
Work Environment & Additional Information
On‑Site at Suffolk Building
(no remote or hybrid options).
Immediate hire
for a full‑time permanent position.
Competitive salary
($160,000 to $190,000 starting)
with full benefits.
Opportunity to support
high‑impact AI/ML development and CDAO mission security .
Collaboration with a team of cybersecurity engineers, data scientists, and mission‑focused professionals.
Benefits
Four Weeks of Paid Time Off
All Federal Holiday Paid Vacation
Four Percent Matching 401K
Full health/vision/dental benefits for the employee and family paid 100% by ZTI Solutions, LLC
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