Cyber Security Incident Response Engineer

Job Title: Cyber Security Incident Response Engineer

Location: Washington, DC

Duration: FULL TIME

Requirements:

5+ years of experience in Cybersecurity incident handling and experience in Security Operation Center in Federal government environments
Familiarity with OMB and FISMA mandates surrounding Information Security
Deep understanding of NIST Special Publications, specifically 800-61, 800-37, 800-53 and 800-137
Knowledge of security policy and technical standard development, secure infrastructure design reviews, multi-tiered trust zone structures, and complex networking through multiple level network security structures
Familiarity with common SOC tools - SIEM, Tenable, ForeScout, App Detective, DB Protect, Fortify, Hailstorm, Cisco Ironport, etc.
Excellent oral and written communication skill
Familiarity with hardening techniques for a wide range of Microsoft operating systems, databases, and software suites, including: Windows Server 2008, 2012, Windows Desktop 7, 8, Microsoft SQL Server 2008, 2012, 2014, Microsoft SharePoint 2010, 2013
Candidates must be able to work on-site at a Federal Agency located in Washington, DC and must be able to pass a U.S Federal government background
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, related discipline or equivalent experience
CISM, CISSP-ISSMP, GCIH or similar industry certification preferred

Responsibilities

Triage incident handling support for incident detection, analysis, coordination, and response
This team member will work with firewalls, intrusion protection, web proxy, antivirus, SIEM, vulnerability scanning and other key threat countermeasures.
Research and analyze data sources to provide insight into new trends to customer environment collaborating with other members of the SOC
Troubleshoot problems with customer policies and controls
Performing on-demand vulnerability scanning and compliance monitoring to ensure agency security standards are met
Identification of network and operating systems vulnerabilities and recommending countermeasures
Supports the deployment and integration of security tools
Analyze and recommend solution of information security problems based on knowledge of the major information security products and services
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to lead and work as part of a team

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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