Cybersecurity Engineer (Continuous Network Defense)

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TECHEAD is seeking qualified applicants for the following Contract-To-Hire position – Cybersecurity Engineer (Continuous Network Defense) / Suffolk VA – (JOB-22283). If you are looking for a new opportunity and this position looks to be a fit, please apply to see the TECHEAD difference that has made us successful for 30+ years!

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Job Description:

Location: Suffolk, VA (100% On-Site)

Clearance: Active TS/SCI

Job Overview

We are seeking a senior-level Cybersecurity Engineer to serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for our Continuous Network Defense (CND) tools. You will oversee vulnerability management, endpoint security, and network defense in strict accordance with DoD instructions and policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Vulnerability & Risk Management: Conduct scheduled discovery and vulnerability scans using Tenable/Nessus; analyze results and develop mitigation strategies.

• Endpoint Security: Manage Trellix ePO and deploy endpoint products (ENS, PA, DLP) to enforce security policies.

• Network & Compliance Defense: Implement ForeScout policies for Comply-To-Connect (C2C) and configure Cisco Firepower Management Console (FMC) for network intrusion prevention.

• Continuous Monitoring: Ensure active data flow for the DoD CMRS system (integrating Trellix, Tenable, and ForeScout data) and monitor external assets via Cortex Xpanse.

• Threat Hunting & Infrastructure: Utilize AD Audit Engine to detect Active Directory anomalies, validate Infoblox DNS/DHCP data, and leverage big data tools (Splunk/Elasticsearch) to hunt for advanced persistent threats (APTs).

Requirements & Qualifications

Certifications & Clearance:

• Clearance: Active TS/SCI is strictly required.

• DoD 8570 Baseline: Must hold an IAT Level III certification (e.g., CISSP, CISA, GCIH, GSE, or SCNA).

• Functional Training: Must possess a functional area training certificate prior to start date.

Experience & Skills:

• Education/Experience: Master’s degree in Cybersecurity (or related field) OR 10 years of focused government cybersecurity engineering experience.

• DoD Frameworks: 5+ years of experience with DoD vulnerability detection, response, and FISMA compliance.

• Tools: Proven hands-on experience with big data tools like Splunk and Elasticsearch.

TECHEAD’s mission is to make our on-site associates successful by placing them in the right environment so they can grow and prosper. How we treat and respond to our clients and employees is a reflection of who we are and makes us stand out from the rest. Keeping our business focused on building and maintaining relationships with our employees and clients is the key to our success. We won’t strive for anything less.

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