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Detection Engineer / Splunk Content Developer

mclean, VA

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Detection Engineer / Splunk Content Developer

About the job Detection Engineer / Splunk Content Developer

Our client is looking for a Senior Detection Engineer to support an agency level contract defending the largest target in the world using your expertise in Host Based IDS, IPS and specialized network defense. This position will utilize the latest cyber tools available and assist in creating new ones and allow you to advance the nation's information security posture.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to

Creation, editing, and management of signatures, rules and filters for specialized network defense systems including but not limited to:

Network and host based EDR/NDR, IDS, IPS, firewall, web application firewall

SOAR, Proxy, SIEM systems

Manages and administers the tuning of rules, signatures, and custom content for specialized CND applications and systems

Identifies potential conflicts with implementation of any CND tools within the enterprise and develop recommendations to remediate these conflicts

Participates in inter-agency relationships with partner organizations to facilitate mission execution

Provides and tracks requirements to engineering partners

Identifies gaps in visibility or coverage of cyber defense systems

Required Degrees &Certifications:

Security Clearance Requirements: TS/SCI + FS poly

DOD 8570 IAT Level I or CSSP-IR

Bachelors Degree and 4 years of related experience or 4 additional of years in lieu of degree

Required Skills

Minimum of 5 years of experience in Cyber Security, InfoSec, Security Engineering, Network Engineering with emphasis in cyber security issues and operations, computer incident response, systems architecture, data management

Demonstrated experience with Mitre ATT&CK

Excellent background with Splunk, Splunk ES, Splunk Processing Language

Experience analyzing cyber-attacks utilizing various log data sources

Excellent interpersonal, organizational, writing, communications, and briefing skills

Demonstrated expertise utilizing SIEM tools for use case development and application

Compensation and Financial Benefits

Full Medical Coverage : We cover 100% of the medical insurance premiums for you and your family.

Hourly Pay : Get paid for every hour you work (e.g., work 50 hours, get paid for 50).

Retirement Savings : Enjoy a robust 401k plan with a generous company match and profit-sharing opportunities.

Quarterly Performance Bonuses : Earn additional income based on your performance every quarter.

Recruiting Bonus : Receive up to $20,000 for successful referrals that lead to hires.

Work-Life Balance

Paid Time Off (PTO) : Earn PTO at a rate of 10% of your billable hours, along with paid federal holidays and your birthday.

Government Shutdown Protection : In the event of a government shutdown due to weather or political reasons, you won’t have to use PTO for up to 5 calendar days per year.

Professional Development

Education Reimbursement : Generous reimbursement for formal education, certifications, and conferences, including paid time off for training.

Culture and Community

Team Building Events : Participate in monthly team-building events to strengthen relationships and enhance collaboration.

Employee Donations Matching : We match your donations to a variety of organizations, including veterans' groups, children’s charities, and human relations organizations.

Epic Company Events : Experience our legendary company holiday parties and summer events. Check out our 2024 Summer Event, 2023 Family Day, and Holiday Party!

Pet Insurance : Coverage for your furry family members.

Identity Protection : Safeguard your personal information with our identity protection benefits.

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Worksite address

mclean, VA, 22107, US

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