Job Description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Cyber Analytics Engineer to join a 7-year federal program, supporting the Defense Intelligence Agency. This is an onsite position that requires 5 day per week onsite in either College Park Maryland, Reston Virginia, or Joint Base Anacostia–Bolling. The Cyber Analytics Engineer will be responsible for developing and implementing advanced cybersecurity solutions using Cribl and Splunk to protect enterprise networks from sophisticated cyber threats, while leading or collaborating within small teams to ensure secure and reliable operations.

MUST HAVE ACTIVE TS/SCI CLEARANCE & WILLINGNESS TO TAKE POLYGRAPH EXAM

Responsibilities of the Cyber Analytics Engineer:

•       Develop innovative solutions to enable secure and reliable operations of enterprise computer systems.

•       Implement enterprise network cyber defense capabilities to prevent sophisticated cyber threats.

•       Utilize, configure, and optimize Cribl and Splunk environments for enhanced monitoring, analysis, and response to security incidents.

•       Work individually or as part of a small integrated team, taking on leadership roles in tasks, projects, or teams to ensure successful project completion.

•       Perform advanced log analysis, network flow analysis, and packet capture analysis to identify and respond to potential threats.

•       Apply security best practices and technologies, including IDS/IPS, web content filters, DNS security, and firewalls, to maintain a strong security posture.

Qualifications for the Cyber Analytics Engineer:

•       3+ years of experience in Cribl and Splunk systems administration, with hands-on experience managing, configuring, and maintaining these platforms.

•       Proficiency with both Windows and Linux operating systems, including installation, configuration, and maintenance.

•       Experience working with STIGs, SCAP, and adhering to cybersecurity best practices.

•       Proven experience in conducting or supporting cyber engineering projects, with an understanding of network and system security fundamentals.

•       Scripting skills in PowerShell, BASH, Python, or Perl for automating security configurations and remediations.

•       Strong problem-solving abilities and excellent verbal and written communication skills, particularly in conveying complex technical ideas to clients and internal teams.

Compensation of the Cyber Analytics Engineer:

• Salary Range: $125,000 - $140,000 **depending on experiences & non-negotiable above this range**
• Full Benefits: Cigna Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, etc.

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