SIEM Engineer

Nava; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous cost sharing for medical insurance

100% company paid dental insurance

100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance

401k plan with generous match

Tuition and training reimbursement

Job summary

A cybersecurity solutions provider is looking for an experienced SIEM Engineer in Washington, DC. The role involves design, deployment, and maintenance of SIEM systems. Candidates should have significant cybersecurity experience, particularly in SIEM engineering, and possess an active TS clearance. This position is on-site and offers competitive pay along with generous benefits. If you're looking to advance your career in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of cybersecurity experience with 5 years in SIEM engineering.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise SIEM platforms.
• Strong expertise in log normalization, advanced correlation rule development.

Responsibilities

• Support architecture, engineering, and optimization of SIEM platforms.
• Integrate diverse log sources including firewalls and security appliances.
• Optimize SIEM performance and storage architecture.

Skills

Cybersecurity

SIEM engineering

Log normalization and parsing

Threat detection engineering

Network protocols and traffic analysis

Windows security logging

Linux security logging

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

Python

PowerShell

Bash

Job description

Be Challenged and Make a Difference

In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture.

Description of Task to be Performed

AnaVation is seeking an experienced SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) Engineer to provide support to a mission critical customer. The selected candidate will be responsible for the design, deployment, configuration, and maintenance of SIEM systems across multiple classification enclaves.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the architecture, engineering, optimization, and sustainment of Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms supporting defensive cyber operations, advanced threat detection, incident response, and compliance initiatives
• Perform configuration, management and maintenance of network firewalls, security and encryption devices, including IDS, NAC and SIEM systems.
• Integrate diverse log sources including firewalls, IDS/IPS, EDR, servers, network devices, security appliances, and cloud environments.
• Optimize SIEM performance, storage architecture, data retention policies, and system scalability.

This position is on site with the customer in Washington, DC and cannot be supported remotely.

The selected candidate must possess an active TS clearance with the ability to obtain SCI accesses. Candidates without an active TS cannot be considered.

Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of cybersecurity experience, with at least 5 years focused on SIEM engineering in enterprise environments.
• Experience supporting federal government systems at multiple security levels, strong knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks, and the ability to provide technical support within a secure environment.
• Hands‑on experience with one or more enterprise SIEM platforms.
• Experience engineering and sustaining SIEM solutions in classified or air‑gapped environments.
• Familiarity with cross‑domain solutions and secure data transfer controls.
• Strong expertise in:
  • Log normalization and parsing
  • Advanced correlation rule development
  • Threat detection engineering
  • Network protocols and traffic analysis
  • Windows and Linux security logging
• Active TS clearance with the ability to obtain SCI accesses.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems or related field
• Proficiency in scripting/automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash).
• Deep understanding of MITRE ATT&CK and threat detection methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead technical initiatives in highly regulated environments.
• Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture principles.
• Relevant certifications such as GIAC (GCIA, GCIH, GCED) or CISSP a plus, but not required.

Benefits

• Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents
• 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents
• 100% company paid long‑term and short term disability insurance
• 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents
• 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting
• Competitive Pay
• Generous paid leave and holiday package
• Tuition and training reimbursement
• Life and AD&D Insurance

About AnaVation

AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top‑notch work environment, and a world‑class, collaborative team.

If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you!

AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.