Cybersecurity Engineer - Intermediate

Job Title: Cybersecurity Engineer - Intermediate

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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CACI International Inc. is excited to announce a new job opportunity available to join our team in support of the Department of Justice’s (DoJ) groundbreaking program aimed at strengthening the infrastructure, enhancing cybersecurity, and improving user experience across US Marshals Service (USMS) districts. This IT modernization initiative is a critical component of ensuring the effectiveness and security of our nation’s law enforcement operations.

We are looking for an experienced intermediate-level Cybersecurity Engineer to join our team on this new contract.  We invite skilled and passionate individuals to join us in support of this transformative mission.

 The Opportunity:

• Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing the organization’s cybersecurity posture.

• Contribute to projects that improve security infrastructure, threat detection, and risk management.

• Enjoy a collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

• Be at the forefront of cybersecurity technology and best practices.

• Make a significant impact on the organization’s security defenses and incident response capabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Configure and manage firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto) to protect network infrastructure and prevent unauthorized access.

• Manage encryption protocols (e.g., AES) to ensure data confidentiality and integrity across the organization.

• Deploy and maintain Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) to detect and mitigate threats in real-time.

• Utilize penetration testing tools (e.g., Metasploit) to identify vulnerabilities and assess the security posture of systems and applications.

• Analyze logs using the ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana) to detect anomalies, investigate incidents, and enhance security monitoring.

• Develop and implement risk assessment models to evaluate potential security risks and prioritize mitigation efforts.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align cybersecurity strategies with business objectives and IT strategies.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for cybersecurity processes, configurations, and procedures.

• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity technologies, trends, and best practices.

• Participate in the procurement and evaluation of cybersecurity tools and software.

• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal policies in all cybersecurity efforts.

• Conduct regular reviews and audits of cybersecurity processes to identify areas for improvement.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of cybersecurity strategies and methodologies.

• Engage in knowledge-sharing activities and training sessions to enhance team skills and capabilities.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Active DoD Public Trust clearance or US citizen with ability to obtain Public Trust upon hire

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field (additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree)

• 8+ years of experience as a Cybersecurity Engineer

• Proficiency in configuring and managing firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto).

• Strong skills in managing encryption protocols (e.g., AES)

• Experience in deploying and maintaining IDS/IPS solutions

• Proficiency in using penetration testing tools (e.g., Metasploit).

• Expertise in log analysis using the ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana)

• Knowledge of risk assessment modeling and techniques

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Desired:

• Certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or equivalent

• Experience with endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions

• Knowledge of cloud security platforms (e.g., AWS Security Hub, Azure Security Center)

• Familiarity with security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR) tools

• Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) solutions

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