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Aurora, CO (On-Site/Office)
Job#: 2068041
Job Description:
Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is currently hiring for a Cyber Security Engineer on behalf of their client. Ideal candidates will have the experience below, please note only qualified applicants will be contacted.
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Position: Cyber Security Engineer, 2068041
Security Clearance Required: Secret
Pay Rate Range: $70-$125/hourly
Duration: 3 months to start, potential to extend into multiyear contract or full time employment
Location: Onsite, Aurora, CO.
Additional Details: Standard 9-5pm, potential for 4/10s or 9/80 schedule
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Required Skills and Experience:
Job Summary:
Our client is looking for an individual to join the Cyber Security Engineering team for a Principal Cyber Security Engineering position supporting the operations and maintenance of custom solutions and Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities in Aurora, CO and Boulder, Colorado. This position requires work on-site at Aurora campus and some work will be performed at the customer location in Boulder. There are some specialized skillsets for this role: experience with Logging & Auditing in ELK (Elastic, Logstash, Kibana) and the ability to implement, troubleshoot and adapt the product, experience analyzing audit log data and determine compliance with published standards, experience analyzing events or incidents to triage the issue, find the root cause through log analysis and determine security vulnerabilities, consulting with customer to customize and configure SIEM tools to meet security and compliance requirements and assisting with administration and maintenance of SIEM and Log Management tools.
Work Location: Aurora, CO
Position Type: Onsite
Responsibilities to Anticipate:
• Ensure security compliance and vulnerability scanning/remediation across multiple platforms and networks
• System configuration and Audit Scanning
• Performing hands-on technical implementation of security solutions comprised of COTS & FOSS as well as custom-developed products
• Applying knowledge of current IA policies as a contributor to the architecture and design of secure solutions to customer needs and requirements
Basic Qualifications:
• Typically requires a Bachelors degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and 8+ years of engineering experience in cyber security
• An active and transferable DoD Secret security clearance is required on Day 1 and the ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST 800-37, Continuous Monitoring IAW NIST 800-137, Patching IAW NIST 800-40, NIST 800-53 and CNSSI 1253
• Experience with vulnerability assessment and analysis experience utilizing Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) and DISA STIGs
• Experience performing vulnerability assessment/remediation
• Required Security Certification in accordance with DoD 8570.01 IAT-II for a Linux environment (e.g., Security+ CE and Linux OS Certification); NOTE: Obtaining Security+ certification is required within 6 months of start
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Apex Benefits Overview: 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. 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, 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. 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 Apex team member can provide.
EEO Employer
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. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. 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 Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.
EEO Employer
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. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. 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 Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join 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 ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: 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. 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, 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. 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 Apex team member can provide.
Job Description:
Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is currently hiring for a Cyber Security Engineer on behalf of their client. Ideal candidates will have the experience below, please note only qualified applicants will be contacted.
#clearance
Position: Cyber Security Engineer, 2068041
Security Clearance Required: Secret
Pay Rate Range: $70-$125/hourly
Duration: 3 months to start, potential to extend into multiyear contract or full time employment
Location: Onsite, Aurora, CO.
Additional Details: Standard 9-5pm, potential for 4/10s or 9/80 schedule
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Required Skills and Experience:
Job Summary:
Our client is looking for an individual to join the Cyber Security Engineering team for a Principal Cyber Security Engineering position supporting the operations and maintenance of custom solutions and Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities in Aurora, CO and Boulder, Colorado. This position requires work on-site at Aurora campus and some work will be performed at the customer location in Boulder. There are some specialized skillsets for this role: experience with Logging & Auditing in ELK (Elastic, Logstash, Kibana) and the ability to implement, troubleshoot and adapt the product, experience analyzing audit log data and determine compliance with published standards, experience analyzing events or incidents to triage the issue, find the root cause through log analysis and determine security vulnerabilities, consulting with customer to customize and configure SIEM tools to meet security and compliance requirements and assisting with administration and maintenance of SIEM and Log Management tools.
Work Location: Aurora, CO
Position Type: Onsite
Responsibilities to Anticipate:
• Ensure security compliance and vulnerability scanning/remediation across multiple platforms and networks
• System configuration and Audit Scanning
• Performing hands-on technical implementation of security solutions comprised of COTS & FOSS as well as custom-developed products
• Applying knowledge of current IA policies as a contributor to the architecture and design of secure solutions to customer needs and requirements
Basic Qualifications:
• Typically requires a Bachelors degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and 8+ years of engineering experience in cyber security
• An active and transferable DoD Secret security clearance is required on Day 1 and the ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST 800-37, Continuous Monitoring IAW NIST 800-137, Patching IAW NIST 800-40, NIST 800-53 and CNSSI 1253
• Experience with vulnerability assessment and analysis experience utilizing Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) and DISA STIGs
• Experience performing vulnerability assessment/remediation
• Required Security Certification in accordance with DoD 8570.01 IAT-II for a Linux environment (e.g., Security+ CE and Linux OS Certification); NOTE: Obtaining Security+ certification is required within 6 months of start
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Apex Benefits Overview: 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. 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, 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. 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 Apex team member can provide.
EEO Employer
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. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. 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 Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.
EEO Employer
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. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. 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 Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join 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 ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: 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. 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, 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. 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 Apex team member can provide.
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