Junior Security Engineer

Quantum Sky; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Sky in Washington, DC seeks a Junior Security Engineer to support architecture, security operations, and incident response across mission-critical environments. The role focuses on developing secure baselines, configuring security tools, and coordinating with government teams to ensure compliance with federal standards and robust protection of client systems and data.

Candidates should have a strong foundation in networking, SIEM, and security tooling, with hands-on experience in SOC

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of general work experience and at least two years of relevant experience in functional responsibility.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field from an accredited college/university or equivalent experience.
• Experience administering security tools such as Splunk, Symantec DLP, FireEye, IDS.

Responsibilities

• Develop, document, and review secure baseline configurations for each technology used within the environment.
• Assist in determining authorization boundaries and placement of new systems within the Agency’s enterprise architecture.
• Design, develop, and maintain detailed security drawings.
• Develop alternative system designs and architectures.
• Perform security impact analyses for proposed changes to assigned systems.
• Review IT system plans to ensure designs meet governmental standards and provide an appropriate level of protection for client systems and data.
• Conduct gap analysis of system requirements and components.

Skills

Analytical skills

Incident response

SOC experience

Organizational skills

TCP/IP networking

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Equivalent experience

Tools

Splunk

Symantec DLP

FireEye

IDS

Windows Server 2008/2012

Windows 7/8/10

Syslog variants

Linux (RedHat/CentOS/Ubuntu)

VMware

SIEM

DISA STIGs

CIS Benchmarks

Qualys

Snort (Sourcefire)

Splunk SIEM

Swimlane

Bluecoat

Sourcefire

VMRay

Job description

Description

Quantum Sky is searching for an experienced Junior Security Engineer in Washington, DC to support architecture, security operations, and incident response activities. Tasks are expected to be executed while coordinating with various government teams in mission-critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop, document, and review secure baseline configurations for each technology used within the environment
• Assist in determining authorization boundaries and placement of new systems within the Agency’s enterprise architecture
• Design, develop, and maintain detailed security drawings
• Develop alternative system designs and architectures
• Perform security impact analyses for proposed changes to assigned systems
• Review IT system plans to ensure designs meet governmental standards and provide an appropriate level of protection for client systems and data
• Conduct gap analysis of system requirements and components

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum of four (4) years of general work experience and at least two (2) years of relevant experience in functional responsibility
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field from an accredited college/university or equivalent experience
• Experience administering security tools such as Splunk, Symantec DLP, FireEye, IDS
• Experience with at least one of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, Windows 7/8/10, Syslog (rsyslog, syslog-ng, etc), Linux variants (RedHat/CentOS/Ubuntu), Event log collection, VMWare
• Familiar with the use of a SIEM for analysis
• Familiar with multi-tiered network applications, common ports, and protocols used in those communications
• Ability to perform online research and comprehend attack signatures while comparing them to network traffic to perform a proper analysis of detections
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Experience working in a SOC and performing incident response is preferred.
• Thorough understanding and knowledge of TCP/IP networking

Desired:

• Experience and education preferred in CEH, eCPPT, OSCP, GCFW, GCIH, other relevant IT security certifications, or advanced vendor certifications such as Splunk Certified Architect or SourceFire Certified Administrator; Security+, Network+, GSEC, or other relevant IT security product certifications such as Certified Systems Analyst, or SnortCP CISSP, CISM, or ISO 27001
• Familiarity with implementing DISA STIGs and CIS Benchmarks preferred
• Experience with Splunk SIEM, Swimlane, Bluecoat, Sourcefire (Snort), VMRay, and Vulnerability MGMT tools such as Qualys

Location

• This role is on-site in Washington, DC

Clearance

• U.S. Citizenship, Public Trust eligible

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Compensation:

• Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically between $75,000-$95,000. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.

Benefits:

• Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and parental leave.

Quantum Sky is a trusted leader in IT services and solutions, delivering mission-focused digital transformation that drives measurable success. Our expertise spans four core technology domains- Network Modernization, Hybrid Cloud, Cybersecurity, and Enterprise IT- empowering our clients with cutting-edge solutions tailored to their evolving needs. With over 50 years of experience, Quantum Sky proudly support Defense, Intelligence, Space, National Security, Civilian, Health, and Public Safety clients across the United States and worldwide.At Quantum Sky, we believe that success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven environment where every team member plays a critical role in shaping the future of technology. Are you ready to join?!Quantum Sky, LLC 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, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.