Cybersecurity Automation Engineer

Cybersecurity Automation Engineer

Location: Langley AFB - Hampton, VA or Hanscom AFB - Boston, MA
Work Type: Onsite
Remote Work: No

Key Role:

Design, implement, integrate, and maintain systems and tools to automate complex cyber activities. Apply advanced consulting, extensive technical expertise, and full industry knowledge. Develop innovative solutions to complex problems. Work without considerable direction, mentor and supervise team members.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience with Cybersecurity in Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Applications or Systems Security, Security Operations, SIEM, Incident Response, or Threat Intelligence

• 2+ years of experience in medium to large enterprise network environments with change board, documentation, and reporting requirements

• Experience in using scripting languages, such as Python or PowerShell

• Experience in Kibana dashboard development

• Experience with Kubernetes and AWS

• Ability to work on developing connectors with tools to enable end-to-end automation of security operations procedures

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science

• Elastic, Security+, CEH, CySA+, or CISSP certification

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience with Cybersecurity tools, including Elastic, Splunk, Tanium, Zscaler, Palo Alto, HBSS, ACAS, AWS Security Hub, NetSkope, CrowdStrike, or ServiceNow

• Experience with Linux administration

• Experience with Networks and Network Protocols, including TCP, UDP, DNS, HTTP, HTTPS, SSH, and FTP

• Experience working in DoD cloud environments

• Knowledge of DevOps and CI/CD pipelines

• Possession of excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

• Possession of strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Top Secret clearance
  

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary Range: $110,000 - $170,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)

Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron s benefits programs.

Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.

Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations

GRIDIRON IT is a Small Business specializing in IT talent search and placement. From executive search to cleared IT professionals, Gridiron IT provides top talent to government agencies, federal contractors, and commercial clients. Building on more than 20 years of recruiting excellence and solid relationships throughout the field, Gridiron IT is a trusted IT staffing resource in the National Capital Area and across the country. We work closely with our clients and consultants to understand their unique needs and make placements that make sense.