Cyber Data Analysis Engineer

Socket.dev; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401K matching

Paid time off

Paid federal holidays

Certifications paid

Wellness program

Education portal

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Valiant Solutions seeks a Cyber Data Analysis Engineer with Top Secret clearance to join a fast-growing cybersecurity team. You will provide network and cyber data analysis services for an Intelligence Community customer across multiple networks and locations, including onsite roles in Springfield, VA or St. Louis, MO.

Bachelor's in a technical field and 5+ years of related experience are required. Strong Linux, networking fundamentals, virtualization, SIEM experience, and scripting skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field is required.
• 5+ years of Systems Engineer or similar experience.
• IAT II certification and CSSP Infrastructure Support certification within 120 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide Network and Cybersecurity services supporting an Intelligence Community customer.
• Support transport and cybersecurity IT services on multiple networks and security domains.
• Operate across locations worldwide as part of a growing cyber team.

Skills

Linux

Networking basics

VMware ESXi

Hyper-V

Citrix XenServer

Elastic

Splunk

ArcSight

Python

Bash

PowerShell

AWS

GCP

OpenStack

Root cause analysis

Unix/Windows servers

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

VMware ESXi

Citrix XenServer

Hyper-V

OpenStack

Elastic

Splunk

ArcSight

AWS

GCP

Job description

Position Description

Valiant Solutions is seeking Top Secret Cleared Cyber Data Analyst Engineersto join our rapidly growing and innovative cybersecurity team!

As a Cyber Data Analysis Engineer, you will provide Network and Cybersecurity services supporting an Intelligence Community customer. All personnel on the team will work together to support transport and cybersecurity information technology (IT) services on multiple networks and security domains, at multiple locations worldwide, including new facilities and building construction to support the IC mission.

Named one of the Best Places to Work in the Washington DC area for 12 consecutive years, Valiant is proud of our employee-centric culture and commitment to excellence.

Location: Onsite Springfield, VA or St. Louis, MO

Clearance Required: Active Top Secret

Degree and Years of Experience: Bachelor’s degree in a technical field.

• 5+ years of Systems Engineer or similar experience.

Required Certifications:

• IAT II certification and obtain CSSP Infrastructure Support certification 120 days of hire.

Required Skills:

• Possesses a strong work ethic, be self-directed, and be a detail-oriented professional.
• Willing to learn and adapt to new, cutting-edge technologies.
• Possess excellent time management skills and the drive to work unsupervised.
• Demonstrated ability to use problem solving techniques such as root cause analysis to resolve issues.
• Advanced Linux proficiency.
• Knowledge of network communication principles, common infrastructure components (IPAM, DNS, DHCP), load balancers, firewalls, virtual and physical infrastructure design.
• Experience with hypervisors such as VMware ESXi, Citrix XenServer, Microsoft Hyper-V.
• Advanced knowledge of systems engineering principles, methods, and techniques.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with public clouds such as AWS, Google, Rackspace.
• Experience with private clouds such as VMWare, OpenStack.
• Strong background in Unix, or Windows servers.
• Experience with SIEM technologies such as Elastic, Splunk, and/or ArcSight.
• Familiarity with Cribl data aggregation/normalization technology.
• Scripting experience with Python, Bash, and/or Powershell.

About Valiant Solutions

Valiant Solutions is a security-focused IT solutions provider with public clients nationwide. Named one of the fastest growing privately held companies by Inc. 5000, Washington Technology's Fast 50, and Washington Business Journal's Best Places to Work in the D.C. area, Valiant Solutions prides itself on providing its employees with great benefits and career development opportunities. As a company, we are just as committed to growing careers as we are to building world‑class IT solutions, all while enjoying an unparalleled work‑life balance. We are in a phase of tremendous growth and building the team that will take us to the next level. We seek people whose talents and accomplishments will contribute to a thriving company, who have the character to support their capacity, and can make a positive impact on our culture. Alongside our talented team, you’ll learn to think quickly on your feet and expand your own personal and professional skill set. Our management team will inspire you to consider new perspectives and challenge you to become a better practitioner in the fast‑paced industry of IT security. We hire people we respect – and we trust them to deliver results leveraging their expertise.

Benefits Snapshot (includes, but not limited to)

• Valiant pays 99% of the Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage for Full-time Employees
• Valiant contributes 25% towards Health Coverage for Family and Dependents
• 100% Paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance Policy for Full-time Employees
• 100% Paid Certifications
• 401K Matching up to 4%
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Federal Holidays
• Wellness & Fitness Program
• Valiant University - Online Education and Training Portal
• FSA programs for: Medical Costs, Dependent Care, Transit, and Parking
• Referral Bonuses

Remote Work Policy

Remote work necessitates a high‑level of trust in our employees. To ensure that employee performance does not suffer in a remote work environment, all employees who telecommute are expected to have a quiet and distraction‑free workspace with adequate internet, dedicate their full attention and availability to their job duties during working hours, and maintain a schedule during core business hours that align with those of their coworkers and Valiant's clients. Additionally, in alignment with the Office of the Inspector General’s effort to eliminate conflicting employment, all Valiant employees are required to disclose any current or future outside employment engagements. During onboarding and throughout employment, employees must disclose any current activities or intent to engage in outside employment or other professional activities and obtain written approval. Employees may not solicit or conduct any outside business during core business hours for Valiant Solutions and our clients.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Valiant Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status, in accordance with applicable law.

Physical Demands

Sitting or standing at a desk for prolonged periods of time and consistent operation of a computer. Frequent communication and exchanging of accurate information via electronic communication, phones, and in person. Occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Authorization to Share Resume and Personal Information

By submitting your resume for this position, you authorize Valiant Solutions to share your resume, as well, personal information included on the resume, with its subsidiaries, affiliates and teaming partners for the purpose of considering you for this position and other available positions requiring comparable skills, education and experience. Should Valiant Solutions or its affiliates and teaming partners wish to initiate pre‑employment discussions, you will be asked to complete an employment application and related employment documents.