CSSP Cybersecurity Engineer
$120,000–$170,000 year
On-siteFort Belvoir, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Manage, configure, and optimize DTRA CSSP security toolsets to assist analysts in performing rapid initial triage and deep-dive alert investigations. Proactively engineer new technical solutions, develop dashboards to highlight critical network activity, and continuously monitor system utilization to prevent resource degradation. Design, propose, and implement configuration updates to existing CSSP infrastructure, formally documenting all change proposals and maintaining precise records of system modifications. Oversee the technical integration of new incoming subscribers into the central SIEM by configuring forwarders, APIs, and syslog collectors to securely ingest subscriber datasets. Execute rigorous patch management on underlying CSSP infrastructure and maintain host security for all Enterprise Security Linux systems within the CSSP. Schedule is Monday through Friday (1200–2000), with potential evening and holiday requests. Location is Fort Belvoir, VA.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 to 8 years of progressive work experience in cybersecurity systems engineering, systems administration, or defensive infrastructure support
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university
- Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility
- IAT Level II
- CSSP Infrastructure Support or equivalent certification
- Demonstrated experience implementing cybersecurity engineering principles to meet Federal framework goals
- Proven track record of providing high-level technical drawings
- Proven track record of validating complex technical solutions
- Proven track record of connecting business, system, and data flows
- Active United States Citizenship
- Must possess and maintain an active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility
- Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
- Close vision
- Distance vision
- Peripheral vision
- Depth perception
- Ability to adjust focus
- Must comply with any vaccination requirements mandated by contract, applicable law or regulation
- Must agree to receive text messages regarding interview and employment status
- Must agree to TekSynap Corporation retaining and using name, e-mail, and contact information for purposes related to employment consideration
- Must be available for evenings and Holidays to meet program and contract needs
- Must be willing to travel 1-2 weeks/annually
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