Security Engineer: SOC, Vulnerability & SIEM

TecTammina; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal security service provider in Washington, DC is seeking a Security Engineer to support a Security Operation Center. The role requires expertise in system administration, particularly in Windows, UNIX, and Linux environments. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in security tools, vulnerability assessments, and must possess a Bachelor's Degree in a related field. US citizenship and the ability to obtain a Public Trust Level 6 clearance are essential. This position may lead to a contract-to-hire opportunity after six months.

Qualifications

• 10 years of technical system administration or general cyber security experience.
• Desirable certifications include CISSP, SSCP, CEH, CISM, GPEN, GWAPT, GSEC, OSCP, OSCE.
• Must be US Citizen with ability to obtain Public Trust Level 6 clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for hardware, Linux OS, and critical security tools.
• Conduct vulnerability and compliance assessments.
• Manage security tools and document reporting.
• Support dashboard creation and monthly vulnerability reports.

Skills

Windows system administration

UNIX-based system administration

Network management

Linux-based operating systems

IDS/IPS management

Log management solutions

Vulnerability assessment

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

Tenable Security Center

Splunk ES

SourceFIRE management

Job description

A federal security service provider in Washington, DC is seeking a Security Engineer to support a Security Operation Center. The role requires expertise in system administration, particularly in Windows, UNIX, and Linux environments. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in security tools, vulnerability assessments, and must possess a Bachelor's Degree in a related field. US citizenship and the ability to obtain a Public Trust Level 6 clearance are essential. This position may lead to a contract-to-hire opportunity after six months.