Cybersecurity Implementation Engineer

Valiant Solutions, LLC•Springfield, VA

3d•$99,300 - $141,900•Onsite

About The Position

Valiant Solutions is seeking a Cybersecurity Implementation Engineer to support an Intelligence Community customer’s network and cybersecurity services across multiple networks, security domains, and worldwide locations, including new facilities and building construction. The position supports transport and cybersecurity IT services in support of the IC mission and is 100% onsite in Springfield, Virginia. An active TS/SCI clearance is required, with the ability to obtain a CI polygraph. The engineer builds, deploys, configures, and maintains on-premises and cloud cybersecurity infrastructure and applications on Windows and Linux. The role includes engineering solutions using cloud services, evaluating and recommending technology improvements, supporting enterprise-wide capabilities, maintaining architecture and capability road maps, and coordinating technical work with customers, government agencies, stakeholders, and external assessors. The employee may also serve as a team or task lead. Valiant Solutions provides cybersecurity and IT services to federal civilian, defense, and national security customers. Eligible full-time employees receive a range of health and insurance benefits, retirement savings, paid time off and federal holidays, certification and professional-development support, and other programs. The anticipated base salary range is $99,300–$141,900, depending on job-related factors.

Requirements

At least 6 years of related technical experience in network or cybersecurity engineering, including experience with large-scale enterprise or global networks in a highly diverse environment, with an emphasis on DoD capabilities.
Deep expertise in one of the following areas and working knowledge of one or more: Network Detection and Response (NDR), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs), Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS), F5 platforms, or email/web security gateways.
Strong technical background and thorough understanding of cloud infrastructure, security principles, compute, storage, and transport.
Expertise in Windows and Linux server operating systems.
Excellent writing and communication skills, including the ability to develop analytical documents and present oral presentations to senior or executive management.
Ability to work independently with little direction or guidance.
Demonstrated experience modernizing complex enterprise cybersecurity systems.
Active TS/SCI clearance and ability to obtain a CI polygraph.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field; related work experience may be considered instead of a degree.
DoD 8140.01 and 8570.01-M Information Assurance Technical Officer (IAT) Level III and Information Assurance System Architecture and Engineering Specialist (IASAE) Level II certifications.
CSSP-Analyst certification within 120 days of the start date.

Responsibilities

Build, deploy, configure, and maintain on-premises and cloud-based cybersecurity infrastructure and applications running on Windows and Linux.
Engineer and implement cybersecurity solutions using cloud services such as EC2, EBS, ELB, S3, and RDS; provision AMIs; perform software installations; and troubleshoot and maintain systems.
Assist with researching and implementing enterprise-wide cybersecurity solutions, capabilities, and enhancements that support customer business and mission goals.
Evaluate and recommend changes or technology upgrades to address performance, standardization, and industry best practices.
Provide detailed information for hardware and software selection, implementation techniques, and tools to identify efficient solutions that meet current and future capacity requirements.
Represent customer requirements in technical exchanges with other government agencies.
Develop and maintain architecture diagrams.
Develop and maintain a road map for capabilities, operations, and technologies.
Assist with developing and executing test plans and supporting documentation for network configuration upgrades, additions, or revisions for customer approval before implementation.
Coordinate with stakeholders and external assessors to facilitate security assessments and authorization processes.
May serve as a team or task lead.

Benefits

Choice of medical plans, including an HSA option and PPO, with company contributions.
Dental and vision coverage for employees and their families.
Company-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
Optional supplemental life, accident, and critical illness coverage.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Paid time off that increases with years of service and paid federal holidays.
Paid certifications, professional development, and access to the Valiant University training portal.
Flexible spending accounts.
Wellness and fitness program.
Referral bonuses.