Cyber Security Engineer - Incident Response

Cyber Security Engineer - Incident Response

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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This Cyber Security Engineer role at Langley AFB involves critical tasks to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the OA DCGS weapon system. Below is a more detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities and skills required

Responsibilities:

• The ability to clearly document incidents, generate reports, and communicate findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Develop and enforce security measures to protect the OA DCGS weapon system, ensuring it remains secure and operational.
• Continuously observe the security posture of the system, identifying potential threats or vulnerabilities through proactive monitoring.
• Analyze information from internal and external sources to detect cyber threats. Apply this intelligence to defend the enterprise network and report potential risks.
• Ability to analyze logs, network traffic, and security events to detect and respond to potential threats.
• Conduct thorough testing and assessments of security systems and document the results to ensure compliance and readiness.
• Provide guidance to leadership and peers on securing information systems and supporting penetration testing efforts to identify potential vulnerabilities.
• Lead or assist with the incident response process, from detection to resolution, ensuring that incidents are thoroughly analyzed and remediated.
• Familiarity with enterprise security tools, including SIEM solutions like Elastic Security or ArcSight, and other security-related technologies.
• Experience using a ticketing system to track, manage, and report on security incidents and issues.
• Solid experience with Microsoft and Linux operating systems, ensuring that both are securely configured and maintained.

Qualifications:
Required: 

• Clearance: Top Secret/SCI.
• Years of Experience: 4-7 years minimum.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree (see below).
• Bachelor’s degree should be in IS Technology, Computer Science, or related field. Degree is negotiable with 4 years of equivalent experience.
• DOD 8140 (8570) IAT Level II (Security+ or equivalent).

Desired:

• Candidates with prior experience working with AF DCGS systems will be highly valued.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays as part of our 24/7 operations.
• The ideal candidate should have 4 to 7 years of experience in intelligence network communications or systems administration.
• Ability to ensure systems comply with security and privacy standards and perform audits to ensure security policies are met.
• Proficiency in industry-recognized security best practices, including NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) frameworks, ISO (International Organization for Standardization) standards, and SOC (Security Operations Center) operations. Strong experience in securing Microsoft and Linux operating systems.
• Provide ongoing security support throughout the systems’ lifecycle, ensuring that security requirements are integrated into each stage of development.

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

 

An environment of trust.

CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

 

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$82,100-$172,400

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.