Join to apply for the Senior Security Engineer role at Tanaq Technical Services Overview Tanaq Technical Services (TTS), a division of St. George Tanaq (SGT) Corporation, is an 8(a) Alaskan Native Small Business that specializes in delivering Enterprise Integrated Technology Solutions and Support Services to the Federal Government. TTS’s innovative approach combines proactive strategies, efficient processes, and emerging technologies to deliver seamless, integrated services for our clients. TTS prides itself in being Mission Driven, People Focused. To learn more about us, visit https://tanaq.com/tanaq-technical-services. Description Tanaq Technical Services (TTS), a division of St. George Tanaq (SGT) Corporation, is an 8(a) Alaskan Native Small Business that specializes in delivering Enterprise Integrated Technology Solutions and Support Services to the Federal Government. TTS’s innovative approach combines proactive strategies, efficient processes, and emerging technologies to deliver seamless, integrated services for our clients. TTS prides itself in being Mission Driven, People Focused. To learn more about us, visit https://tanaq.com/tanaq-technical-services.

About The Role We are seeking a Senior Security Engineer to provide AI/Cloud Modernization support the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Office of the Chief Information Officer (HUD OCIO).

The Senior Security Engineer will embed cybersecurity and compliance into HUD’s DevOps and AI/ML modernization initiatives. This role ensures that all development, cloud infrastructure, and automated pipelines meet federal security requirements while supporting secure delivery of enterprise-scale solutions.

This is a hybrid remote position based in Washington, D.C. that will require some onsite work at the customer’s location. An estimated 25% annual travel within the U.S. will be required.

Responsibilities

Integrate security into the software development lifecycle, including encryption, role-based access control, and authentication mechanisms. Implement federal security frameworks (FedRAMP, NIST, OMB M-Memos) across all DevOps and AI/ML initiatives. Support development and security of CI/CD pipelines and automated workflows. Conduct risk assessments and manage POA&Ms with HUD IT Security Office. Collaborate with DevOps engineers to ensure secure cloud infrastructure, containerization, and microservices. Maintain compliance documentation and provide guidance on data privacy, security standards, and model integrity. Participate in AI/ML proofs of concept to identify and mitigate potential security risks. Requirements Required Experience and Skills 7+ years of federal cybersecurity experience. Experience securing DevOps pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and AI/ML systems. Expertise in encryption, authentication, access control, and secure coding. Knowledge of federal frameworks and compliance requirements (FedRAMP, NIST RMF, OMB guidance). Experience managing POA&Ms and coordinating with IT Security Offices. Previous experience in regulated/federal government environments is a plus. Previous experience supporting HUD OCIO preferred. Ability to pass required Federal background screening and obtain and maintain both government clearance and customer approval. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future. Technical Skills Cloud Security: AWS, Azure IAM and best practices DevSecOps: embedding security in CI/CD pipelines Encryption, authentication, and access control mechanisms Risk assessment, vulnerability management, and security monitoring AI/ML security considerations, including data privacy and model integrity Security compliance documentation and reporting Core Competencies Analytical and risk assessment expertise Collaboration with DevOps, PMs, and AI/ML teams Leadership in implementing secure development best practices Clear communication of technical risks to executive and technical stakeholders Continuous improvement of security and compliance processes Education and Certifications Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field (required) Master’s degree in related field (preferred) Certifications: CISSP, CISM, or equivalent (required) AWS Security Specialty or Azure Security Engineer Associate (preferred) FedRAMP / NIST compliance training (preferred) Physical Requirements Candidates must reside within daily commuting distance of Washington, D.C. Must be willing and able to travel an estimated 25% of time within the U.S. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. May need to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally. Pay Range The projected annual salary range for this position is $135,000-$143,000 USD. Please note that the salary information listed is a good faith estimate for this position and a general guideline only. Multiple factors are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, education, certifications, and competencies that align with the specified role, geographic location, as well as business considerations and contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

Benefits Information Benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Tanaq. Full-time US-based employees gain access to healthcare benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision), Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k), Flexible Spending Account, EAP, Education Reimbursement, Paid Time Off and Holidays.

Our Commitment to Non-Discrimination Tanaq Technical Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Tanaq complies with the Drug-free Workplace Act of 1988 and E-Verify. I see you've provided a large HTML job description. I will evaluate and refine it according to the given guidelines and output the result in JSON format.

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