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Detection Engineering Lead - Security Focused

$100,000 - 140,000
MANTECH
Corporate Park Drive 2251, McLean
$100,000 - 140,000
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Company Size
1k-5k
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Company Type
Services
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Lead
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Full-Time
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Language
English
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Visa sponsorship
No

Requirements

Must:
- Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in cybersecurity or a related field - Over 7 years of experience focusing on detection engineering, threat hunting, incident response, or Cyber Network Operations (CNO) - Proficiency in Python or a similar language for automation and data processing - Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms like Splunk, ELK, Sentinel, Chronicle, or equivalent technologies - Knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK framework for mapping adversary tactics and techniques - Familiarity with YARA, Snort, Suricata, and other signature-based detection mechanisms - Understanding of Windows internals and forensic artifacts for endpoint security investigations - Strong analytical abilities to develop customized detection approaches - Familiarity with SOAR solutions and security automation processes is preferred - Experience with integrating threat intelligence feeds into security operations is a plus - Background in penetration testing, red teaming, or reverse engineering is highly desirable - Relevant certifications such as GCDA, GCIH, GCFA, OSCP, or Splunk Certified Security Professional are favored - Current/Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required

Responsibilities

- Develop, optimize, and implement custom detection rules across SIEM platforms like Splunk and ELK - Create signatures and detection rules for malware and network threats using YARA, Snort, and Suricata - Build, test, and refine security analytics pipelines to minimize false positives and enhance alert accuracy - Design and execute SOAR playbooks to improve security operations - Automate the ingestion, correlation, and alerting of threat intelligence - Develop scripts for integration between security tools and data sources to increase visibility and response - Maintain robust detection logic aligned with MITRE ATT&CK techniques - Perform continuous analysis of security logs to spot anomalies and potential threats - Work in conjunction with Incident Response teams to provide detection logic for new threats - Utilize EDR solutions to identify and investigate endpoint threats - Analyze Windows systems and logs to detect malicious activities and forensic evidence - Assess network traffic and develop Snort/Suricata rules to uncover suspicious behaviors - Act as a liaison with customer staff, ensuring effective project and task management for mission success

Description


At MANTECH, we are excited to invite a dedicated and detail-oriented Detection Engineering Lead to join our team, where we support advanced cybersecurity operations. In this role, we focus on enhancing our detection and response capabilities through the development of high-fidelity detection logic and automation of security workflows. You will serve as a technical leader and collaborate closely with customer staff to oversee project activities, improving our organizations ability to identify, analyze, and respond to dynamic cyber threats. We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive benefits, and the opportunity to grow within a company dedicated to securing our digital landscape. This position is based in a location that fosters innovative solutions in cybersecurity.
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