Senior Cyber Security Admin Engineer

Interapt is developing a CyberSecurity team to support a high impact client engagement focused on cloud security operations, IT risk, and secure architecture. This team will work closely with lead and cross-functional client teams to implement technical security controls, support project-based risk reviews, and assist in establishing secure practices across the SDLC.

Interapt is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Administration Engineer to support critical security infrastructure. In this role, you'll lead the deployment and maintenance of cybersecurity tools and Linux systems, with a strong focus on automation, performance tuning, and Kubernetes-based environments.

• Administer and harden Linux systems (RedHat, Ubuntu) and automate tasks using Ansible, Bash, or Python
• Deploy and support applications within Kubernetes environments
• Manage log pipelines and ingestion using Kafka, Elasticsearch, and Logstash
• Configure and maintain SIEM platforms (preferably QRadar), develop dashboards, and ensure log fidelity
• Support and troubleshoot endpoint detection tools (EDR) and ensure integration with broader SOC operations
• Lead system patching, certificate management, and performance tuning across cybersecurity infrastructure

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree + 4 years in cybersecurity/infrastructure (or equivalent experience)
• 2+ years of hands-on Kubernetes application deployment
• Strong scripting and automation experience (Python, Bash, Ansible)
• Experience with SIEM and log management platforms
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and collaboration skills

Preferred

• Certifications: CISSP, CEH, Security+, CKS
• Experience with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Familiarity with virtualization and threat detection strategies

*This role is not open to agency submissions or Corp-to-Corp partnerships. Direct Applicants Only!

**Due to the nature of this role, only U.S. Citizens or Green Card holders will be considered.

***At Interapt, we embrace diverse perspectives and welcome applicants from all walks of life. If you don’t meet every qualification on our list, don't let that stop you from applying. We're committed to investing in the right candidate, so if you're excited about this opportunity, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources

Interapt will not discriminate against applicants based on RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX (INCLUDING PREGNANCY AND GENDER IDENTITY), SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENETIC INFORMATION, OR BECAUSE THEY ARE AN INDIVIDUAL WITH A DISABILITY OR A PERSON 40 YEARS OLD OR OLDER.