Cybersecurity Engineer 3

Ampcus Inc; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampcus Inc is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer 3 to design, implement, and operate advanced cyber defense solutions. The role focuses on Splunk SIEM, log analysis, and threat detection to protect enterprise infrastructure and cloud environments.

You will create and maintain correlation searches, dashboards, and response playbooks while coordinating with IT and security teams. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in threat hunting, SPL coding, and security frameworks including MITRE

Qualifications

• 8+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience, focusing on SIEM, detection, and response.
• Proficient in writing SPL, log parsing, and threat hunting.
• Strong knowledge of networks, firewalls, EDR, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Familiar with MITRE ATT&CK and security standards (NIST, SOC 2, HIPAA).
• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field; Splunk certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Threat detection & monitoring across on-prem and cloud environments.
• Develop and tune Splunk correlation searches, dashboards, and alerts.
• Lead incident response; investigate incidents and coordinate remediation.
• Develop detection playbooks based on threat intel and MITRE framework.
• Ensure log onboarding, normalization, and data integrity across the SIEM.

Skills

Threat hunting

Log analysis

Splunk SPL

Incident response

Splunk Enterprise Security

Cloud security

Networking & firewalls

MITRE ATT&CK

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Cybersecurity / IT

Tools

Splunk

Job description

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title:

Cybersecurity Engineer 3

Location(s):

Richmond, VA

Complete Description:

The Cybersecurity Engineer develops and implements advanced cyber defense solutions for the agency, safeguards the infrastructure, and assures that the system is built to specification and is deployed successfully. We are seeking a highly analytical and technically proficient Cybersecurity Engineer supporting Splunk SIEM. You will play a critical role in defending our organization against cyber threats by leveraging Splunk Enterprise Security to monitor, detect, analyze, and respond to security events. The ideal candidate has strong expertise in log analysis, threat hunting, and writing Splunk queries to identify and contain malicious activity.

Key Responsibilities

• Threat Detection & Monitoring: Continuously monitor network traffic, endpoint logs, and cloud security events for anomalous behavior and potential security incidents.


• Splunk Management: Create, maintain, and tune Splunk correlation searches, alerts, and dashboards to minimize false positives and improve detection capabilities.


• Incident Response: Investigate potential security incidents, follow forensic evidence, and collaborate with IT and network teams to remediate threats.


• Use Case Development: Develop and refine detection and response playbooks based on threat intelligence and frameworks like MITRE Telecommunication&CK.


• Log Integration: Work with infrastructure teams to onboard new data sources, ensuring log integrity, parsing, and normalization across the SIEM platform.


• Compliance & Reporting: Support audit readiness by collecting SIEM control evidence and generating compliance reports aligned with internal policies and standards

Skills:

SkillRequired / DesiredAmountof ExperienceExpertise RatingMoveMinimum of 8+ years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity, specifically operating, building, and investigating threats within a SIEM or Splunk.Required8Years Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to operate calmly under pressure and manage multiple security tickets Required8Years Proficiency in writing SPL (Splunk Processing Language) Required8Years Strong understanding of networking, firewalls, EDR, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).Required8Years Knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., MITRE Telecommunication&CK) and security compliance standards (e.g., NIST, HIPAA, or SOC 2). Required8Years Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field. Required Relevant certifications such such as Splunk Core Certified User, Splunk Core Certified Advanced Power User, are highly preferred.Highly desired8Years

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.