Jan 7
Top Secret/SCI
Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience)
Full Scope Polygraph
IT - Security
Reston, VA (On-Site/Office)
Cyber Security Engineer
Level: Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Location: Reston, Virginia
Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI Full Scope Polygraph
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Engineer (SME) to protect our customer’s information systems and networks from potential cyber-attacks. This role requires expertise in Firewalls, VPNs, Data Loss Prevention (DPS), IDS/IPS, Web-Proxy, security tools, and security audits. The position is a hybrid role, combining onsite and remote work.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Plan, implement, manage, monitor, and upgrade security measures and tools for protecting information systems and networks.
• Automate repeatable tasks and provide consultative support.
• Design, configure, implement, troubleshoot, and maintain security platforms (e.g., firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention, anti-virus/malware, cryptography systems, SIEM, MDM).
• Formulate systems and methodologies, respond to security events, and assist in remediation efforts.
• Participate in the change management process.
• Coordinate and monitor log analysis for managed services to ensure compliance with customer policies and security requirements.
Basic Qualifications:
• Expertise with at least one of the following tools: Splunk, HBSS/McAfee, Rapid7.
• Proficiency in implementing and managing SIEM, end-point security (IDS/IPS, HBSS).
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, LAN/WAN concepts).
• Experience with automation tools (Ansible, CloudFormation).
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Awareness of cybersecurity trends and hacking techniques.
Master’s degree with 15+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent experience/certifications).
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with additional security tools and processes (IDS/IPS, VPN, Webinspect, Appdetective).
• Experience in incident detection, response, and forensics.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, PowerShell).
• Experience with Cloud Computing Technologies/AWS.
• Agile Software Development experience.
• AWS Certification.
• Knowledge of maintaining VPNs, firewalls, and web protocols.
• Familiarity with the SAFe Agile Framework.
• Understanding of potential attack vectors (XSS, injection, hijacking, social engineering).
• Experience with health monitoring tools (Nagios, SolarWinds).
What We Offer:
· Competitive Compensation
· Up to 5 Weeks' Vacation
· 401k Company Contribution
· Tuition Reimbursement Program
· Company Sponsored Events
· Referral Programs
· Health Plan including medical, dental, vision and more.
Red Key Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Level: Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Location: Reston, Virginia
Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI Full Scope Polygraph
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Engineer (SME) to protect our customer’s information systems and networks from potential cyber-attacks. This role requires expertise in Firewalls, VPNs, Data Loss Prevention (DPS), IDS/IPS, Web-Proxy, security tools, and security audits. The position is a hybrid role, combining onsite and remote work.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Plan, implement, manage, monitor, and upgrade security measures and tools for protecting information systems and networks.
• Automate repeatable tasks and provide consultative support.
• Design, configure, implement, troubleshoot, and maintain security platforms (e.g., firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention, anti-virus/malware, cryptography systems, SIEM, MDM).
• Formulate systems and methodologies, respond to security events, and assist in remediation efforts.
• Participate in the change management process.
• Coordinate and monitor log analysis for managed services to ensure compliance with customer policies and security requirements.
Basic Qualifications:
• Expertise with at least one of the following tools: Splunk, HBSS/McAfee, Rapid7.
• Proficiency in implementing and managing SIEM, end-point security (IDS/IPS, HBSS).
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, LAN/WAN concepts).
• Experience with automation tools (Ansible, CloudFormation).
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Awareness of cybersecurity trends and hacking techniques.
Master’s degree with 15+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent experience/certifications).
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with additional security tools and processes (IDS/IPS, VPN, Webinspect, Appdetective).
• Experience in incident detection, response, and forensics.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, PowerShell).
• Experience with Cloud Computing Technologies/AWS.
• Agile Software Development experience.
• AWS Certification.
• Knowledge of maintaining VPNs, firewalls, and web protocols.
• Familiarity with the SAFe Agile Framework.
• Understanding of potential attack vectors (XSS, injection, hijacking, social engineering).
• Experience with health monitoring tools (Nagios, SolarWinds).
What We Offer:
· Competitive Compensation
· Up to 5 Weeks' Vacation
· 401k Company Contribution
· Tuition Reimbursement Program
· Company Sponsored Events
· Referral Programs
· Health Plan including medical, dental, vision and more.
Red Key Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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