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Senior Information Systems Security Engineer - Splunk/Nessus
$165,000 - 185,000
Amentum
Main Street 14, Warrenton
$165,000 - 185,000
Requirements
Must:
- Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI or TS with ability to acquire SCI
- Knowledge and experience with NESSUS/ACAS and Trellix administration
- Experience working in a Splunk clustered environment
- Ability to work a standard 40-hour week, Monday through Friday
- Willingness to work overtime during critical periods and accommodate last-minute requests
- Ability to travel (5-10%) primarily within 75 miles
- Familiarity with MS Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, Project, and Visio
- Exceptional attention to detail and excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong critical thinking, organizational, time-management, and problem-solving abilities
- Capacity to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting
- Bachelors Degree in a related field (Cybersecurity and/or Engineering)
- 8 years of relevant experience
- Must possess or be able to obtain one of the following IAT Level II or III certifications by the start date: CCNA Security, GISCP, GSEC, Security+ CE, SSCP, CASP CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), GCED, GCIH.
Technologies
DevSecOps
Excel
Firewall
RHEL
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage engineering efforts for the Trellix (ePO) ecosystem and the ACAS (Nessus) suite
- Design, configure, and maintain Trellix components across both Windows and Linux environments
- Develop and implement endpoint security policies based on DISA STIGs and organizational requirements
- Create custom signatures, rules, and exceptions to mitigate zero-day threats and fulfill specific operational needs
- Validate custom exceptions to ensure continuous operation of essential processes without compromising compliance
- Formulate enterprise-wide vulnerability scanning strategies and oversee the deployment of Security Centers and Nessus scanners
- Act as the primary escalation point for complex scanning issues and credentialing difficulties
- Automate compliance data reporting for continuous monitoring systems and risk scoring repositories
- Integrate security tools such as Splunk, XSOAR, and ServiceNow to automate workflows and improve incident response
- Provide expert recommendations and ACAS-generated artifacts to aid in the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process
- Oversee the maintenance and scalability of test, development, and operational environments in collaboration with Network and DevSecOps teams
- Deliver multi-tier maintenance and incident response across the entire cybersecurity portfolio.
Description
We are a dynamic security solutions provider focused on enhancing the safety and resilience of information infrastructures. As a Senior Information Systems Security Engineer, you will be part of a dedicated team committed to protecting critical assets. We offer competitive salaries ranging from $165,000 to $185,000 annually and a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401(k) matching, health insurance, professional development assistance, and paid time off. Our workplace promotes flexibility and teamwork, ensuring you have the support and resources needed to excel in your role. This position is based in Warrenton, VA, and is integral to our commitment to delivering cutting-edge security solutions.
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