Senior Staff Information Security Engineer

About the role

You are a seasoned cybersecurity professional with a passion for safeguarding critical assets in a dynamic, high-stakes environment. You thrive on solving complex security challenges, proactively identifying threats, and developing effective solutions to stay ahead of emerging risks. Your experience combines hands-on technical expertise with technical leadership, enabling you to guide teams and mentor colleagues on security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Configure, maintain, and optimize advanced security technologies, including Palo Alto firewalls, IPS, SIEM (QRadar), endpoint protection, and DLP platforms.
• Lead the development and implementation of security controls, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and security policies to support a strong security posture and regulatory compliance.
• Perform incident response, malware analysis, threat investigations, and vulnerability assessments.
• Administer and optimize security tools such as Trellix ePO to ensure effective protection and operational readiness.
• Manage Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions, including configuration, administration, policy development, and tuning.
• Conduct penetration testing activities, document findings, and present actionable recommendations to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for security tools, processes, and infrastructure, providing guidance and training across the organization.
• Lead security modernization initiatives, including migrations from Trellix to CrowdStrike and QRadar to Elastic.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in IT, Cybersecurity Operations, or Security Engineering, including experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment.
• Proficiency in at least 2 scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Hands-on experience with security technologies such as QRadar, Palo Alto Firewalls, Trellix ePO, CrowdStrike, Elastic, IPS, and DLP solutions.
• Current DoD IAT Level II certification or the ability to obtain it.
• Familiarity with CMMC Level 2 controls, RMF, DISA STIGs, and broader DoD security requirements.
• Strong understanding of threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and cybersecurity operations.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to create and review detailed technical documentation and SOPs.

Qualifications

• Analytical, detail-oriented, and able to think critically in high-pressure situations.
• An excellent communicator with strong collaboration and presentation skills.
• A proactive problem solver with a passion for continuous learning and professional development.
• Customer-focused, with the ability to communicate effectively and provide guidance to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• A collaborative leader who can influence stakeholders and drive security initiatives across the organization.

Skills

• Thrive on solving complex security challenges.
• Proactively identify threats and develop effective solutions.
• Guide teams and mentor colleagues on security best practices.
• Experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment.
• Hands-on experience with security technologies.
• Strong understanding of threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and cybersecurity operations.
• Strong written communication skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits.
• Total rewards including both monetary and non-monetary offerings.
• Salary range and benefits details provided by your recruiter during the hiring process.

Pay

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Schedule

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