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Senior Cybersecurity Engineer Job at Saliense in Arlington

Saliense, Arlington, VA, United States, 22201

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Who is Saliense?

Saliense is a growing Management and Technology Consulting Solutions provider based out of Mclean, VA. We work to solve our client’s toughest challenges within the Defense, Civilian, Financial, and Healthcare industries. Our diverse employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. For more information, visit www.saliense.com.

Who is Saliense?

Saliense is a growing Management and Technology Consulting Solutions provider based out of Mclean, VA. We work to solve our client’s toughest challenges within the Defense, Civilian, Financial, and Healthcare industries. Our diverse employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. For more information, visit www.saliense.com.

Why Saliense?

In addition to providing a fun, energetic environment that promotes innovation and personal growth, we offer excellent compensation packages with plenty of opportunities for advancement. We pay 100% of the premiums for employee Healthcare, including medical, dental, and vision. We offer a 401K match, and all company contributions are 100% vested immediately. Since we believe in work-life balance so much, we offer 20 days of paid leave per year. Use it as you need it or use it all at once and go travel for a month! We are proud to offer parental leave.

There are many more - connect with us to get a preview of the full benefits package.

This role is hybrid in Arlington, VA.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to join our team in Arlington, VA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity, with a focus on developing and implementing security measures to protect our organization's computer systems and networks.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and operate SIEM tools for log analysis and dashboard creation.
  • Administer security infrastructure, including IDS/IPS, endpoint security, and antivirus.
  • Configure and manage firewalls, routers, and network segmentation in hybrid environments.
  • Use tools like Nessus for vulnerability scanning and remediation.
  • Automate security tasks and controls using scripting languages like Python and Bash.
  • Conduct technical security assessments, audits, and digital forensics.
  • Apply NIST frameworks (SP 800-53, SP 800-137, SP 800-171, RMF) and federal guidelines.
  • Perform risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Implement and audit security controls across Windows, Linux, and virtual environments.
  • Conduct threat intelligence research on current cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
  • Manage cloud security, including AWS and Azure platforms.

Requirements:

Must Have And Maintain One Or More Professional Certification(s) At The IAT III Or IASAE III Levels In Accordance With DOD Instruction 8570

  • CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+)
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • CISSP-Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (ISSAP)
  • CISSP-Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP)
  • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
  • 10 years of experience in cybersecurity
  • Extensive, in-depth experience configuring, managing, and operating one or more SIEM tools, including log management, analysis, and dashboard creation.
  • Hands-on experience administering and troubleshooting a range of security infrastructure devices and tools, such as IDS/IPS (Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems), endpoint security solutions, and antivirus software.
  • Expertise in managing and configuring firewalls and routers, including implementing access lists and network segmentation in hybrid environments.
  • Proficiency in using standard scanning tools like Nessus and managing vulnerability remediation.
  • Ability to use scripting languages like Python, PowerShell, and Bash to automate tasks, build security tools, and enhance security controls.
  • The ability to conduct technical assessments and audits on IT systems to identify security risks and ensure compliance.
  • Capability to perform digital forensics, which includes investigating security incidents and recovering compromised data.
  • A solid understanding and application of NIST Special Publications, including SP 800-53, SP 800-137, SP 800-171, and SP 800-37. Experience with the RMF (Risk Management Framework) and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
  • Experience with auditing systems in local and cloud environments according to federal guidelines. This includes managing and enforcing security compliance in general.
  • The knowledge and ability to perform risk assessments, identify threats, evaluate potential impact, and develop risk mitigation strategies.
  • Practical experience implementing security in hardware and software, along with familiarity with commercial cybersecurity products.
  • Experience securing and auditing various operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and virtual environments.
  • Knowledge of current and past cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities, with the ability to conduct threat intelligence research.
  • In-depth knowledge of cloud security, including industry architectures, management tools, and specific platforms like AWS and Azure. This includes managing virtual private clouds and security services.

Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Full-time

Job function

  • Job function

    Information Technology

  • Industries

    IT Services and IT Consulting

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