MISP Engineer - Lead

Overview

MISP Engineer - Lead

Onsite | Reston, VA; Anacostia, MD; College Park, MD (Onsite reporting location is flexible pending candidate's preference out of the three locations listed) | 5 Days a Week

Active TS/SCI Clearance Required - Ability to obtain a CI Poly

 

Summary

Our client is an employee and Service-Disabled, Veteran-owned Small Business focused on providing niche technical services. They are a team of experienced cybersecurity professionals with a track record of success in the Federal, Commercial, and Academic workspaces. Additionally, our client designs, builds, operates, and secures scalable cloud and IT infrastructures to meet their customers’ near-term needs and fulfill their long-term requirements.

 

Responsibilities

Our client is looking for a MISP Engineer - Lead to join their team! In this role, you will lead the design and development of the Malware Information Sharing Platform (MISP) program, interface with senior leadership, and provide technical expertise and strategic planning in support of threat intelligence sharing. This position also includes acting as a liaison for the client’s intelligence-sharing partnerships and professional associations.

• Design and implement the MISP program, ensuring alignment with organizational intelligence-sharing objectives

• Lead intelligence initiatives and coordinate closely with executive leadership and senior management

• Analyze threat intelligence related to systems, assets, and national critical infrastructure

• Serve as a key liaison with government entities and professional cybersecurity associations

• Provide expert counsel and recommendations to clients regarding MISP integration and operations

• Support strategic planning around functional intelligence capabilities and initiatives

• Interface with cross-functional teams to ensure successful threat data flow and platform performance

Requirements

• A High school diploma or GED and 10+ years of IT experience OR Associate’s degree and 7+ years of IT experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of IT experience OR Master’s degree and 3+ years of IT experience is required

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, threat intelligence, Hunt operations, Red Teaming, or penetration testing

• Strong understanding of Threat Intelligence Platforms and standards such as MISP and CRITS

• Background designing and developing optimized deployment constructs for MISP programs

• Experience working within .MIL cloud environments

• Hands-on experience with docker containers

• Familiarity with various malware types, malware analysis tools, and how to document findings effectively

Preferred Requirements

• Prior experience conducting technical intelligence analysis and serving as a technical intelligence expert

• Understanding of cross-domain information sharing and data flow

• Ability to define complex technical issues even with limited or ambiguous data

• Knowledge of scripting languages, APIs, and data access techniques

• Skilled in managing tight deadlines in high-pressure, fast-paced environments

• Excellent writing and documentation skills

• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal abilities

Education/Certification Requirements

• A High school diploma or GED and 10+ years of IT experience OR Associate’s degree and 7+ years of IT experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of IT experience OR Master’s degree and 3+ years of IT experience is required
• Active DoD 8570.01-M Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level II Certification including Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, GSEC, SSCP, CySA+, GICSP, or CND
• Ability to obtain DoD 8570.01-M Cybersecurity Service Provider (CSSP) - Infrastructure Support (IS) certification including CEH, CySA+, GICSP, SSCP, CHFI, CFR, Cloud+, or CND prior to start date

Clearance Requirements

• Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; an active TS/SCI clearance is required. Please be aware that onboarding can take 4-6 weeks for this position.

Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. --------------  About UsNorthern Virginia-based Precision Solutions is an expert in staffing solutions for companies of any size that open the door to new opportunities and seek outstanding talent. We pride ourselves on being versatile enough to tailor our relationships to the needs of each individual client, being agile in the fast-paced marketplace, and being precise in meeting the needs of any company.  Equal Opportunity Employer StatementPrecision Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.