Cyber Security Project Engineer (2024-0196)

Acclaim Technical Services
United States, Virginia, McLean
Dec 19, 2024
Acclaim Technical Services,founded in 2000, is a leading language, operations, and technology services company supporting a wide range of U.S. Federal agencies. We are an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, which is uncommon within our business sector. We see this as a significant strength, and it shows: ATS is consistently ranked as a top workplace among DC area firms and continues to grow. We are actively hiring a Cyber Security Project Engineer with TS/SCI clearance and polygraph to join our Mission Technology and Solutions Business Unit, working in Mclean, VA. Cyber Operations - Incident Response Strong knowledge of cloud security principles and experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Proficiency in network security principles, protocols, and technologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, etc.) Proficiency in endpoint security principles and technologies (Antivirus/Anti-malware software, Host- based Intrusion Detection Systems, EDR, etc.) Understanding of operating systems (Windows, Linux, Unix) and their security mechanisms Experience using a SIEM for log aggregation, correlation, and analysis. Experience with incident response, and incident response tools, frameworks, and life cycle. Experience with query languages. Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK Framework, adversary TTPs, and threat intelligence Knowledge of malware analysis techniques and tools Demonstrated experience in IT best practices regarding application, enterprise system, and network security. Ability to create and maintain documentation to include internal processes, procedures, relevant instructions, policies, and guidance. Ability to be on call for incident response. Strong technical writing skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to investigate and resolve security incidents. Strong attention to detail to identify security vulnerabilities and anomalies. Excellent communication skills to effectively communicate with team members, management, and other stakeholders. Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and methodologies. Desired Skills Security Certifications to include CISA, SSCP, CEH, CAP, GCIH, ECIH, CASP+, SEC+, Cloud Security Certifications in AWS and Azure Experience with driving cloud security engineering. Familiarity with scripting or programming languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash, etc.) for automation and scripting tasks. Experience with implementing automation mechanisms within a SIEM, CSP, or an enterprise environment. Higher education related to the above description. Current TS/SCI with Poly is required. Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action ATS is committed to a program of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion/creed, hairstyles and hair textures, handicap/disability, genetic information/history, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by federal, state or local law. It is the policy of ATS not merely to refrain from employment discrimination as required by the various federal, state, and local enactments, but to take positive affirmative action to realize for women, people of color, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans full equal employment opportunity. We support the employment and advancement in employment of individuals with disabilities and of protected veterans, and we treat qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of their physical or mental disability or veteran status.