Copy of Sr. Systems Security Engineer

VerSprite Cybersecurity

Experience: 10+ yrs
Location: United States
Job type: Part-time

Required skills

Azure
Azure AD/Entra ID
GCC High
Microsoft Intune
PKI
GPO
Active Directory
NIST/CIS baselines

About the role

VerSprite

VerSprite is an Inc. 5000 2020 fastest growing company and industry leader in PASTA threat modeling. Founded in 2007, VerSprite is a private cybersecurity consulting firm helping organizations tighten their risk-gaps with evolved security solutions and advanced threat intel tools.

VerSprite has a 97% client retention rate providing organizations with services like penetration tests, evolved red teaming engagements, vCISO, vSOC and VerSprite’s advanced security tools Cloud Security Assessment Platform and Cyber Threat Intelligence Portal.

Senior Systems & Security Engineer

Azure / Compliance-Driven Environments / Location: Remote | U.S.-Based Candidates Only / Employment Type: Contract | Long-Term Engagement

Overview

^{We are partnering with a client operating within a heavily regulated, security-first environment to identify a Senior Systems & Security Engineer for a long-term contract engagement. This is a stable, ongoing opportunity with consistent hours — not a short-term project.}

^{The right candidate will bring a blend of deep Azure infrastructure expertise and hands-on compliance experience and will be comfortable operating both as a technical leader and a collaborative team resource.}

What We’re Looking For

Required:

10+ years of experience in systems and/or security engineering roles
Practical, hands-on knowledge of NIST SP 800-171 and CUI/ITAR compliance requirements
Working experience within CMMC Level 1 and/or Level 2 environments
Strong foundation in IAM/Identity Governance and PKI/certificate lifecycle management
Proficiency with Hybrid AD / Azure AD (Entra ID) environments
Hands-on Azure experience; GCC High familiarity a strong plus
Microsoft Intune administration and endpoint compliance management
Demonstrated experience supporting audit and compliance initiatives
Solid understanding of system hardening principles and secure configuration management

Strongly Preferred:

Experience in defense, aerospace, or federal contracting sectors
Prior involvement in CMMC or SOX assessments, including POA&M development, evidence collection, and assessor engagement
Background supporting managed services environments with recurring, long-term client relationships
Familiarity with COBIT and broader IT governance frameworks

Key Responsibilities

^{Security Engineering & Compliance}

Implement and sustain security controls aligned to CMMC Level 1/2, NIST SP 800-171, and CUI/ITAR requirements
Design and maintain PKI (Public Key Infrastructure) and certificate lifecycle
Implement and manage Identity & Access Management (IAM/IGA) solutions
Drive continuous compliance monitoring and maintain ongoing audit readiness
Support ITGC controls in alignment with established governance frameworks

^{Escalation & Team Leadership}

Serve as the primary Level 3 escalation resource for complex infrastructure and security challenges
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers
Champion operational continuity and long-term infrastructure stability

^{System Hardening & Operations}

Oversee patch management and vulnerability remediation programs
Manage Group Policy (GPO) design, implementation, and enforcement
Develop and maintain secure, standardized golden images
Apply CIS/NIST hardening baselines across systems and environments
Support secure lifecycle management from deployment through decommission

^{Cloud & Infrastructure Engineering}

Support Active Directory / Azure AD (Entra ID) architecture, integrations, and governance
Administer Microsoft Intune for endpoint compliance and configuration management
Deploy and manage virtual machines and cloud services within Azure, including GCC High
Design, maintain, and optimize infrastructure across hybrid Azure environments

Engagement Details

Location: Fully remote; U.S.-based candidates only
Start: Immediate / ASAP preferred
Commitment: Long-term, ongoing engagement with consistent, predictable hours
Schedule: Full-time equivalent expected on a regular basis

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be recognized for the value you bring to our business, along with:

Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career;
The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you; and
A collaborative environment where everyone works together to create a better working world

If this seems intriguing to you, please apply! We will reach out promptly to discuss your fit and additional job details.

About VerSprite Cybersecurity

VerSprite provides risk-centric cybersecurity consulting and threat modeling services.

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