Senior Cybersecurity Operations Engineer

Terrestris Global Solutions • Washington, DC

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Terrestris is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Operations Engineer to provide on-demand Cybersecurity and IT services to support the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) mission at the NIGC Headquarters in Washington, D.C. This role is focused on protecting the organization’s networks, systems, and data from cyber threats. The engineer will provide on-demand cybersecurity and IT support, monitor and respond to security incidents, implement security controls, and help maintain secure, compliant operations in support of the agency’s mission. Terrestris leverages technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance, forming strong client and team relationships through transparency and striving to create an environment where their team can let their excellence shine through. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary value to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective.

Requirements

• Authorization to permanently work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Bachelor’s degree and/or relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CASP+, Security+, CCSP, AZ-500, SC-100/200, etc.)
• Minimum 6 years of continuous experience in cybersecurity operations, systems security, or related field
• Demonstrated experience applying NIST guidelines, FISMA, CISA directives, and federal security standards
• Hands-on experience with Security tools (SIEM, EDR, NDR, Syslog, firewalls, M365 security, Defender for Cloud, CDM), Azure cloud security, and networking technologies (LAN, wireless)
• Experience conducting security assessments, continuous monitoring, and threat hunting
• Experience conducting incident response and incident handling procedures
• Ability to develop security automation, detection/response policies, and cybersecurity strategies
• Proven ability to perform with minimal supervision at a senior level
• Must meet Public Trust clearance and federal compliance requirements

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing security assessments using NIST, FISMA, CISA, and federal guidelines and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform systems engineering and maintenance aligned with standards.
• Implement and troubleshoot security solutions across LAN, Azure, and wireless environments.
• Evaluate and improve cybersecurity operations strategy and align with best practices.
• Configure and operate cybersecurity tools (SIEM, Syslog, NDR, EDR, firewalls, M365 security, Defender for Cloud, CDM).
• Collaborate with CISO and Privacy Officer to enhance cybersecurity and privacy programs.
• Integrate security requirements into applications and IT services.
• Monitor systems, analyze logs, and conduct threat hunting.
• Develop security orchestration and automation capabilities.
• Execute continuous monitoring and assess control effectiveness.
• Develop detection and response policies and automation.
• Perform incident response activities per NIGC plan.
• Develop incident handling procedures.
• Ensure proper logging and data retention for investigations.
• Collect metrics and produce threat/risk reports.
• Develop and maintain security documentation and SOPs.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Financial benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Paid leave
• Professional development
• Tuition assistance
• Work-life programs
• Award programs for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of service standards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees