Information Security Engineer

LT Consulting LLC; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Chantilly, Virginia, is seeking an Information Security Engineer to maintain the integrity and security of cyber systems. The ideal candidate must have an active TS/SCI clearance, a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, and experience with advanced forensics tools and malware analysis. Responsibilities include supporting cyber security initiatives, conducting analyses, and interfacing with government agencies. This is a critical role requiring advanced analytical skills and expertise in various operating systems.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.
• Experience with advanced forensics tools is needed.
• Experience with advanced malware analysis is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain integrity and security of enterprise-wide cyber systems.
• Support cyber security initiatives through analysis.
• Conduct malware analysis and reverse engineer tools.
• Interface with law enforcement and governmental agencies.

Skills

Expertise in Windows

Expertise in UNIX

Expertise in Linux

Advanced forensics tools

Malware analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree in Computer Science

Job description

Description

LT Consulting is seeking an Information Security (INFOSEC) Engineer responsible for maintaining the integrity and security of enterprise-wide cyber systems and networks. The candidate must have knowledge of Windows, UNIX, and Linux systems. Supports cyber security initiatives through both predictive and reactive analysis, articulating emerging trends to leadership and staff. Coordinates resources during enterprise incident response efforts, driving incidents to timely and complete resolution. Employs advanced forensic tools and techniques for attack reconstruction, including dead system analysis and volatile data collection and analysis. Supports internal HR/Legal/Ethics investigations as forensic subject matter expert. Performs network traffic analysis utilizing raw packet data, net flow, IDS, and custom sensor output as it pertains to the cyber security of communications networks. Reviews threat data from various sources and develops custom signatures for Open Source IDS or other custom detection capabilities. Correlates actionable security events from various sources including Security Information Management System (SIMS) data and develops unique correlation techniques. Utilizes understanding of attack signatures, tactics, techniques and procedures associated with advanced threats. Develops analytical products fusing enterprise and all-source intelligence. May conduct malware analysis of attacker tools providing indicators for enterprise defensive measures, and reverse engineer attacker encoding protocols. Interfaces with external entities including law enforcement organizations and other government agencies such as the Department of Defense.

Basic Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
• Experience with advanced forensics tools
• Experience with advanced malware analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
• CISSP Certification