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Otoe Missouria Group lists this Senior Cybersecurity Operations Engineer opportunity in red rock, Oklahoma. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Senior Cybersecurity Operations Engineer
Otoe Missouria Group (OMG) is a tribally owned business dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions across a range of industries. Our company supports federal, commercial, and tribal clients with expert program management, project oversight, and numerous other services.
Position Overview
OMG Federal is proactively identifying talented professionals who embody our entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to service. This position is not currently funded but is expected as part of upcoming program requirements. Candidates will be notified as funding and hiring timelines are confirmed. We encourage any applicants who are interested in applying.
OMG Federal is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Operations Engineer to support mission-critical federal programs in the Washington, DC area. This role is responsible for leading cybersecurity operations, advancing threat detection capabilities, and driving automation across a hybrid cloud and on-premises environment.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical leader with deep experience in cyber operations, incident response, and federal security frameworks such as NIST and FISMA. This individual will play a key role in strengthening the organization’s security posture while supporting compliance and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day cybersecurity operations, including monitoring, detection, analysis, and response to security events
Serve as a senior escalation point for incident response, performing root cause analysis and remediation
Design, implement, and optimize SIEM use cases, detection rules, and automated response workflows
Enhance threat detection capabilities leveraging EDR, NDR, and cloud-native security tools
Drive security automation initiatives to improve response times and operational efficiency
Support continuous monitoring and compliance efforts aligned with NIST and FISMA frameworks
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to secure hybrid environments (on-premises + Azure cloud)
Conduct threat hunting activities and proactively identify vulnerabilities or anomalous behavior
Develop and maintain cybersecurity documentation, playbooks, and standard operating procedures
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior cybersecurity staff
A bachelor's degree in cyber security, computer science or a closely related field is preferred, a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Six plus (6+) years of experience in cybersecurity operations, incident response, or security engineering in a federal setting is required
Proven hands-on experience with: SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel)
Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) and Network Detection & Response (NDR) tools
Microsoft Azure security services, including Defender for Cloud
Cisco security technologies
Strong experience operating within hybrid environments (cloud and on-premises)
In-depth knowledge of federal cybersecurity standards and frameworks, including NIST and FISMA
Demonstrated ability to lead cyber operations and respond to advanced threats
Experience with scripting or automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell) preferred
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
An active Public Trust or had one in a recent position
Preferred Qualifications
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
Microsoft Azure Security certifications (e.g., AZ-500 or equivalent)
Full-time, on-site role based in Washington DC.
Travel may be required based on project and stakeholder needs.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
Otoe-Missouria Group, LLC (OMG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
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Worksite address
red rock, OK, 74651, US
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