Security Engineer, Scout Solutions, Leesburg, VA
Scout Solutions -
Leesburg, VA,
US
Security Engineer
Date Posted: 2024-06-01
Job description
Security Engineer
Washington D.C. / Hybrid
We are seeking a Senior Security Engineer to join our team in support of a Security Operations Center that supports our client in Washington D.C. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a network security environment, such as a Security Operations Center (SOC), Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT), Computer Incident Response Team (CIRT), Computer Incident Response Center (CIRC) or Cyber Security Incident Response Center (CSIRC).
Job Description:
Lead engineering solutions and staff to implement SOC tool solutions.
Ensure compliance to Service Level Agreements (SLA), process adherence and process improvisation to achieve operational objectives and mitigate threats.
Revise and develop processes to strengthen the current operational activities; review policies and recommend changes to improve governance based on knowledge of SOC tools.
Responsible for team management and overall use of resources and initiation of corrective action where required for Security Operations Center
Coordinate with stakeholders to build and maintain positive working relationship
Knowledge of advanced Routing and Switching, Remote Access, Multilayer Switching, Cisco IOS security, VPN security, and Troubleshooting.
Experience with the following: LAN/System/Network administrator, Windows and Linux networks, TCP/IP (Network System Engineering), IDS/IPS devices, WAP Devices, Cisco and Juniper Firewalls
Experience with information security devices (e. g., firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems) and applications (e.g., security information management tools).
Experience with business process reengineering, capability maturity model, change management, or process improvement.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum six (6) years IT experience with at least four (4) years in an IT Security position.
Qualified candidates must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience working in a SOC type operation for a government or commercial client.
BS Degree or additional work experience substitution
Experience conducting analysis at the packet level.
Firewall administration experience (Checkpoint, etc.).
Experience with Snort, and Cisco intrusion detection sensors.
Experience with Host-Based and Network-Base IDS.
Experience with Security Information Management Tools (ArcSight, Splunk, Sentinel, etc.)
Must be able to achieve a secret clearance
More Requirements of position:
Think analytically, effective verbal and written communication skills, make decisions, observe/remember details, interpret data, concentrate on tasks, adjust to change, handle stress/emotions.
Regular attendance, maintain work schedule, attend meetings, meet deadlines, keyboard/type, handle confidential information, use math/calculations, stay organized, operate office equipment, may direct others.
Must be able to see, have eye/hand coordination, and lift up to 10 lbs.
May be exposed to dust/dirt, humidity, and noise.
Washington D.C. / Hybrid
We are seeking a Senior Security Engineer to join our team in support of a Security Operations Center that supports our client in Washington D.C. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a network security environment, such as a Security Operations Center (SOC), Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT), Computer Incident Response Team (CIRT), Computer Incident Response Center (CIRC) or Cyber Security Incident Response Center (CSIRC).
Job Description:
Lead engineering solutions and staff to implement SOC tool solutions.
Ensure compliance to Service Level Agreements (SLA), process adherence and process improvisation to achieve operational objectives and mitigate threats.
Revise and develop processes to strengthen the current operational activities; review policies and recommend changes to improve governance based on knowledge of SOC tools.
Responsible for team management and overall use of resources and initiation of corrective action where required for Security Operations Center
Coordinate with stakeholders to build and maintain positive working relationship
Knowledge of advanced Routing and Switching, Remote Access, Multilayer Switching, Cisco IOS security, VPN security, and Troubleshooting.
Experience with the following: LAN/System/Network administrator, Windows and Linux networks, TCP/IP (Network System Engineering), IDS/IPS devices, WAP Devices, Cisco and Juniper Firewalls
Experience with information security devices (e. g., firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems) and applications (e.g., security information management tools).
Experience with business process reengineering, capability maturity model, change management, or process improvement.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum six (6) years IT experience with at least four (4) years in an IT Security position.
Qualified candidates must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience working in a SOC type operation for a government or commercial client.
BS Degree or additional work experience substitution
Experience conducting analysis at the packet level.
Firewall administration experience (Checkpoint, etc.).
Experience with Snort, and Cisco intrusion detection sensors.
Experience with Host-Based and Network-Base IDS.
Experience with Security Information Management Tools (ArcSight, Splunk, Sentinel, etc.)
Must be able to achieve a secret clearance
More Requirements of position:
Think analytically, effective verbal and written communication skills, make decisions, observe/remember details, interpret data, concentrate on tasks, adjust to change, handle stress/emotions.
Regular attendance, maintain work schedule, attend meetings, meet deadlines, keyboard/type, handle confidential information, use math/calculations, stay organized, operate office equipment, may direct others.
Must be able to see, have eye/hand coordination, and lift up to 10 lbs.
May be exposed to dust/dirt, humidity, and noise.