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# Technical Security ConsultantApply**Job#: 3042878****Job Description:**Security Engineer**Location:** Remote, United StatesRole OverviewAs a Security Engineer, you will deliver tailored technical solutions that accelerate digital transformation across regulated market segments. This role requires technical expertise in cloud security and infrastructure, combined with an understanding of public sector security compliance frameworks. You will act as the go-to technical expert for security problems, driving security outcomes and independently owning projects from design to launch.Key Responsibilities* Disambiguate, break down, and drive solutions to security problems, navigating cross-functional challenges with minimal oversight.* Manage and deliver engineering projects, ensuring productive engagement with stakeholders and adherence to project scope, timelines, and metrics.* Design and deliver scalable security solutions and custom assets, such as production code and best practices, that reduce risks and satisfy complex customer objectives.* Define and drive long-term security strategies, multi-year roadmaps, and visions for complex technical problems.* Evaluate complex security risks, contribute to policy definitions, and lead the full solution lifecycle from development to launch.* Lead technical product deployment and engage with customers on the configuration, customization, and integration of product entitlements.* Provide hands-on technical assistance with configuration activities and troubleshooting.* Collaborate with internal teams and the customer to develop onboarding plans that outline tasks, timelines, and resources.* Deliver product-focused and operational training and share best practices.Required Qualifications**Education:** A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience is required.**Experience:** This position requires 5+ years of experience with large-scale system architecture, distributed paradigms, and global infrastructure deployment (e.g., operating system administration, software-defined network configuration, identity and access management, Kubernetes). It also requires 2+ years of experience with security engineering, computer and network security, and security protocols, along with 5+ years of coding experience in one or more general-purpose languages.**Clearance:** Candidates must have the ability to obtain and/or maintain an active Top Secret with Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance (TS/SCI).**Travel:** The ability to travel up to 25% domestically is required.Preferred Qualifications* Experience in security assessments, security design reviews, or threat modeling.* Proven ability to secure products on major cloud platforms using tools like Terraform or Ansible.* Experience delivering security solutions through design, coding, configuration, and deployment.* A deep understanding of open-source and enterprise security technologies, tools, infrastructure, and processes.* Demonstrated experience with automated deployment models, such as Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) and GitOps.* Knowledge of key security areas (e.g., threat modeling, incident response) and compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, ITSG-33, C5, ISM, ISO).#clearance**Compensation & Benefits**The anticipated pay range for this position is $80.00/hr to $150.00/hr. Please note that the final pay rate will be determined based on a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and the specific requirements of the role.We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at leaverequest@apexsystems.com or 804-523-8228. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at accommodations@apexsystems.com or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Remote:** Yes**Location:** Mountain View, CA, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** July 27, 2026**Pay Range:** $80 - $150 per hour #J-18808-Ljbffr