On-Site Cybersecurity Engineer with Top Secret Clearance

Y-Tech, LLC.; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Y-Tech, LLC. is seeking a Threat Detection Analyst to research and develop new threat detection use cases based on emerging threats, requiring deep collaboration with stakeholders and cybersecurity experts. Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of IT experience, with a significant focus on SIEM and network administration.

Successful candidates need to have a current DOD Top Secret clearance, and relevant certifications are essential. This position requires on-site work from locations including Fort Belvoir, VA.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant IT experience.
• 3+ years working with a SIEM in a content development or Incident Response role.
• 3+ years of System and/or Network Administration experience.
• Must possess a current DOD Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop new threat detection use cases based on emerging threats.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify critical systems.
• Review the quality of data feeds and recommend improvements.

Skills

Understanding of various log formats

Understanding of the MITRE ATT&CK framework

Strong understanding of network architecture

Experience developing and maintaining scripts

Understanding of Defense-in-Depth

Education

Relevant certification (CompTIA Security+ or CompTIA CASP+)

Tools

PowerShell

Python

SPL

Job description

Y-Tech, LLC. is seeking a Threat Detection Analyst to research and develop new threat detection use cases based on emerging threats, requiring deep collaboration with stakeholders and cybersecurity experts. Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of IT experience, with a significant focus on SIEM and network administration.

Successful candidates need to have a current DOD Top Secret clearance, and relevant certifications are essential. This position requires on-site work from locations including Fort Belvoir, VA.