5 days ago
Principal Cyber Defense Engineer
St. Louis, MO
$84,900-$221,100 / year
full-timeseniorDefense and National Security
Tech Stack
Description
You will lead technical efforts in cybersecurity for federal law enforcement clients, designing and implementing advanced security systems while performing hands-on work like incident response and vulnerability assessments. This role involves staying updated on cybersecurity trends to enhance security posture and ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a cybersecurity role, with a strong focus on hands-on technical work
- Experience in managing technical teams
- Hands-on design and engineering experience with three or more cybersecurity tools and technologies such as (but not limited to): firewall security configuration and best practices, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), endpoint protection, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR), network security monitoring, Network micro-segmentation, Secure Access Service Edge(SASE), Cloud Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP)
- Proficiency in scripting and automation using languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash
- Hands-on experience with forensic tools and techniques for incident response and investigation
- Active Secret Clearance
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, implementation, and management of advanced cybersecurity systems
- Perform hands-on technical work, including system configuration, integration, and optimization
- Engage in incident response activities, including threat hunting, forensic analysis, and remediation efforts
- Develop and implement cybersecurity strategies and initiatives to enhance system security
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and mitigate security risks
- Collaborate with cross-functional technical teams to develop and deploy customized cybersecurity solutions
- Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies, and apply this knowledge to improve security posture
- Provide technical expertise and guidance on cybersecurity best practices, policies, and frameworks
- Ensure compliance with relevant federal regulations and standards
- Prepare and present technical reports, documentation, and analysis to internal stakeholders and clients
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