11h ago
Suricata Security Engineer
Washington, DC
โจ $130k-$170k / yearest.
full-timemidcybersecurity
๐ Tech Stack
๐ผ About This Role
You'll design, deploy, and maintain Suricata IDS/IPS systems across enterprise networks, focusing on tuning YAML configurations and optimizing performance with Napatech NICs. Your work directly secures U.S. government agency networks in a mission-critical environment.
๐ฏ What You'll Do
- Design, deploy, and maintain Suricata IDS/IPS across enterprise networks
- Optimize Suricata YAML configs for detection and minimal false positives
- Tune Suricata with Napatech NICs for high-performance packet capture
- Integrate Suricata with SIEM and security monitoring platforms
๐ Requirements
- 5+ years IT experience with associate's degree or 3+ years with bachelor's
- Hands-on Suricata IDS/IPS experience with YAML configuration management
- Deep Red Hat Enterprise Linux administration experience
- TS/SCI clearance eligibility with counter-intelligence polygraph
โจ Nice to Have
- Proficient in network protocols and intrusion detection methodologies
- Experience integrating Suricata with Splunk or other SIEM solutions
- Knowledge of containerized Suricata deployments (Docker/Kubernetes)
๐ Benefits & Perks
- ๐๏ธ Generous PTO and flexible work arrangements
- ๐ฐ Competitive salary and performance bonuses
- ๐ Training and certification reimbursement
- ๐ฅ Health, dental, and vision insurance
- ๐ผ Retirement plans with company match
๐จ Hiring Process
Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks ยท AI estimate
- 1Phone screen with recruiterยท 30 min
- 2Technical interview with teamยท 60 min
- 3On-site interview with stakeholdersยท 90 min
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