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Top Secret/SCI
Unspecified
Polygraph
College Park, MD (On-Site/Office)
Overview
SilverEdge is a premier provider of innovative cyber, software, and intelligence solutions, addressing mission-critical challenges for the Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community (IC), and beyond. We are dedicated to delivering impactful results to meet mission goals through cutting-edge technology and expertise. We are seeking a Suricata/Gigamon Engineer to join our dynamic team. This individual will play a pivotal role in developing innovative and effective solutions for our DoD customers within the IC sector.
Role Overview
The Suricata/Gigamon Engineer will provide expertise in engineering design, development, and implementation of enterprise network cyber defense capabilities. The role includes configuring and integrating advanced cybersecurity tools and collaborating in a small, integrated team to ensure successful project completion. Candidates will focus on tools installation, updates, integrations, and operational support while leveraging code management tools.
Primary Duties
Required Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
Certifications
About SilverEdge
SilverEdge Government Solutions was founded on the belief that nurturing talent and collaborating closely with our customers enables us to think big and deliver the best for our country. Our mission is to bring top technology talent together to solve the world's most challenging problems while protecting the United States and our allies. SilverEdge Government Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and applicants receive lawful consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
SilverEdge is a premier provider of innovative cyber, software, and intelligence solutions, addressing mission-critical challenges for the Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community (IC), and beyond. We are dedicated to delivering impactful results to meet mission goals through cutting-edge technology and expertise. We are seeking a Suricata/Gigamon Engineer to join our dynamic team. This individual will play a pivotal role in developing innovative and effective solutions for our DoD customers within the IC sector.
Role Overview
The Suricata/Gigamon Engineer will provide expertise in engineering design, development, and implementation of enterprise network cyber defense capabilities. The role includes configuring and integrating advanced cybersecurity tools and collaborating in a small, integrated team to ensure successful project completion. Candidates will focus on tools installation, updates, integrations, and operational support while leveraging code management tools.
Primary Duties
- Work individually or within a small team to ensure project completion.
- Engineer, design, and implement enterprise network cyber defense capabilities.
- Utilize, configure, and implement cyber defense tools such as IDS, IPS, HBSS, SEIM, and web content filters.
- Perform advanced log analysis, network monitoring, flow analysis, and packet capture analysis.
- Configure and maintain network proxies, firewalls, antivirus tools, and access control lists.
- Operate and maintain Linux/UNIX systems via command-line interfaces.
- Utilize code management tools such as Git, ClearCase, or Helix Core.
Required Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam.
- 3+ years of professional experience in technical roles.
- 2+ years of experience with privileged and elevated access to cybersecurity tools.
- Experience using code management tools (e.g., Git, ClearCase, Helix Core).
- Experience with Windows and Linux Server environments.
- Familiarity with the DoD Risk Management Framework.
- Education:
- High school diploma or GED with 7+ years of IT project support, OR
- Associate's degree with 5+ years of IT project support, OR
- Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of IT project support, OR
- Master's degree with 2+ years of IT project support.
- DoD 8570.01-M Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level II Certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, GSEC, SSCP, CySA+, GICSP, or CND).
- Ability to obtain a DoD 8570.01-M Cybersecurity Service Provider - Infrastructure Support Certification (e.g., CEH, CySA+, GICSP, SSCP, CHFI, CFR, Cloud+, or CND) prior to start date.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with Gigamon, Suricata, FireEye, Ansible, Encase, Fidelis, Varonis, or VMware tools.
- Experience with Commercial Cloud Enterprise and cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Knowledge of big data analytics, machine learning, AI, or anomaly detection.
- Experience with Zero-Trust Architecture and DevSecOps practices.
- Familiarity with CI/CD, IaC/CaC, ITIL, and ITSM frameworks.
- Ability to automate security configurations for Linux and Windows systems.
- Experience in consulting or client-facing roles.
- Possession of excellent oral and written communication and problem-solving skills.
Certifications
- DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II Certification required.
- Ability to obtain DoD 8570.01-M Cybersecurity Service Provider - Infrastructure Support Certification prior to start date.
About SilverEdge
SilverEdge Government Solutions was founded on the belief that nurturing talent and collaborating closely with our customers enables us to think big and deliver the best for our country. Our mission is to bring top technology talent together to solve the world's most challenging problems while protecting the United States and our allies. SilverEdge Government Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and applicants receive lawful consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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