Cyber Security Engineer

Chantilly, Virginia, United States

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Security Clearance:  TS/SCI with Fullscope Polygraph required


Position


Seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to support an Intelligence Client.


Required

  • Demonstrated experience with cyber penetration testing
  • Demonstrated experience designing, testing, or implementing IT security architecture
  • Demonstrated experience applying computer attack methods and system exploitation techniques
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of cyber security principles for Linux, Windows, and virtual platforms
  • Demonstrated experience performing network security analysis
  • Demonstrated experience analyzing network architectures
  • Demonstrated experience using network management tools
  • Demonstrated experience leveraging adversarial tactics to conduct hands-on security testing
  • Demonstrated experience developing risk management methodologies
  • Demonstrated experience analyzing test results to develop risk and threat mitigation plans
  • Demonstrated experience testing or reviewing system configuration, development, and design specifically around enterprise systems and hypervisors
  • Must be an independent thinker, capable of performing high quality work, both independently and with a team

Desired 

  • Demonstrated experience participating in public and private information security groups and organizations
  • Demonstrated experience communicating vulnerability results and risk posture to senior executives
  • Demonstrated experience researching, evaluating, and developing security policies and guidance
  • Demonstrated experience performing complex technical tasks with minimal direction
  • Certifications related to Cyber Security, such as: 
    • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
    • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
    • Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
    • Global Information Assurance Certification Penetration Tester (GPEN)

Useful Additional Skills and Experience

  • B.S., M.S. or PhD in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information Systems, or STEM related major
  • Proficiency with at least one open-source programming languages (e.g. Python, Java, C#, JavaScript, C/C++).
  • Experience with GHIDRA or reverse engineering tools and techniques
  • Experience with AWS or cloud computing
  • Experience with containers (e.g. Docker, Podman, Kubernetes, OpenShift)
  • Experience with software source control and configuration management tools; e.g. git

What You'll Love About Apogee

  • Challenging work in support of US Intel Community - a Mission that Matters!
  • Access to our cool ApogeePlex facility.
  • Support for new ideas & encouragement to take risks
  • Professional Development Assistance (PDA)
  • Wicked smart and collaborative coworkers
  • Regular interfacing with company leadership
  • 401(k) with huge company match
  • Paid Time Off / Fixed & Floating Holidays
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Health Savings Accounts / Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability (Short and Long Term), Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)

Apogee's Mission

  • Be the PROVIDER of choice for government & commercial organizations with an unwavering commitment to responsiveness, accuracy, integrity, collaboration, and innovation
  • Be the EMPLOYER of choice committed to an open & transparent corporate atmosphere and progressive culture that attracts and empowers world class professionals to explore cutting-edge technical solutions while fostering professional growth
  • Be the preferred SOURCE for cutting-edge Analytic Products, Systems & Software Engineering, Big Data Integration, IT and Business Services that directly contribute to customer success


Apogee is an M/F Disabled and Vet EEO/AA Employer                                                                                                                                 

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Perks/benefits: 401(k) matching Flex hours Flex vacation Health care Insurance Startup environment

Region: North America
Country: United States

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