Staff Cybersecurity Engineer

Divergent; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 157,000 - 236,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity plan

Bonus opportunities

Paid time off

Health benefits

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Professional development

Job summary

Divergent in Los Angeles is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer with SOC experience in a federal contractor environment to lead threat analysis and protect IT and OT domains.

You will tune SIEM detections, conduct post-incident reviews, implement STIGs, and collaborate with ISSM to test incident response plans while balancing security with production needs.

Qualifications

• BS in Cybersecurity or related technical field with 3+ years of relevant industry experience (5+ years’ experience in lieu of degree).
• Expertise in Cybersecurity Analytics.
• Professional experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) or similar environment offering cybersecurity services.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot security issues and provide user support.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to work overtime, including weekends and overnight as needed.
• At least one DoD baseline security certification, such as CISSP, Sec+, A+Sec, or the ability to rapidly receive such certification.

Responsibilities

• Identify and analyze threats across the enterprise.
• Tune SIEM detections and develop correlation searches, IDS rules, and firewall logic.
• Be the technical escalation backstop for complex cybersecurity incidents.
• Implement STIGs and other security baselines to corporate systems, architecture, and applications.
• Conduct post-incident reviews to identify architectural gaps and define security enhancements.
• Provide proactive threat research and regularly report on Cybersecurity Threat Intelligence.
• Develop, maintain, and test an Incident Response Plan and playbooks with ISSM.
• Conduct regular security assessments and define remediation strategies to address control deficiencies.

Skills

Cybersecurity Analytics

SOC experience

Problem solving

Communication

Overtime flexibility

DoD security cert readiness

Education

BS in Cybersecurity or related field

Job description

Divergent is building the new industrial age. Every day, our teams design, manufacture, and assemble advanced systems for some of the world’s most demanding industries. Our integrated engineering and manufacturing platform transforms complex designs into production-ready solutions, helping customers move faster, build smarter, and deliver critical systems when they matter most. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and supports leading U.S. aerospace and defense companies.

Join us and help push the boundaries of what can be built.

Purpose

We are looking for a Cybersecurity Engineer with experience in SOC operations in a federal contractor environment. This role is hands-on and you will serve as a lead as well as a threat analyst maintaining risk posture across information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) domains.

The Role

• Identify and analyze threats across the enterprise
• Tune SIEM detections and develop correlation searches, Network Intrusion Detection rules, and firewall logic.
• Be the technical escalation backstop for complex cybersecurity incidents.
• As directed by leadership, implement STIGs and other security baselines to corporate systems, architecture, and applications.
• Conduct post-incident reviews to identify architectural gaps and define security enhancements.
• Provide proactive threat research and regularly report on Cybersecurity Threat Intelligence.
• In association with the ISSM, develop, maintain, and test an Incident Response Plan and playbooks.
• In association with the ISSM, conduct regular security assessments and define remediation strategies to address control deficiencies.

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls.
• BS in Cybersecurity or related technical field with 3+ years of relevant industry experience (5+ years’ experience in lieu of degree).
• Expertise in Cybersecurity Analytics.
• Professional experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) or similar environment offering cybersecurity services.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot security issues and provide user support.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to work overtime, including weekends and overnight as needed.
• At least one DoD baseline security certification, such as CISSP, Sec+, A+Sec, or the ability to rapidly receive such certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or OSCP.
• Project management experience with the capacity to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Professional technical leadership in a security operations center (SOC) or similar cybersecurity service.

Work Environment

• Onsite

Compensation

At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels S05 - S06 as evaluated through our interview process.

• Senior / S05: $157,371 - $204,582 + Equity
• Staff / S06: $181,800 - $236,340 + Equity

Pay Range: $157,371 USD - $236,340 USD

What We Offer:

• Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
• Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
• Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
• Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Divergent 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, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

EEO Poster

In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected.

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Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.