• Job Description

  Req#: 2390044

  Text code SSEC to 202-915-6712 to apply!

  Since 2009, MindPoint Group has been the cybersecurity firm of choice for the most security-conscious US federal agencies and commercial enterprises.

  We're proud to be one of Inc. 5000's fastest growing companies in the country. With several ‘Best Places to Work’ awards under our belts, we have a diverse employee-focused culture, accessibility, and communication between all levels and departments, and over 4 stars in reviews on Glassdoor.

  Come be a part of what we're building. We use our award-winning recruitment process to seek the most skilled, experienced, and driven information security consulting experts in the industry, while simultaneously empowering applicants to determine if MindPoint Group is the right fit for them. We are profoundly invested in selecting the right people to join our team and are equally driven to expand and develop careers long-term.

  With positions throughout the US, a role at MindPoint Group promises you:

  • An opportunity to work within one of the most diverse DC-based organizations

  • Generous tuition and professional development reimbursements

  • Mentorship opportunities with leaders focused on your growth

  • Competitive benefits like 401k matching, 11 federal holidays, etc.

  • And more!

  Job Description

  MindPoint Group is seeking an experienced Senior Cyber Security Engineer to support architecture, system administration, network administration, and cyber security operations. Tasks are expected to be executed while coordinating with various government teams in mission-critical environments.

  What you get to do every day:

  • Administer, configure, manage, patch, upgrade, design, and optimize network and host-based security tools and systems

  • Evaluate, install, configure, test, and update network and host-based security systems and hardware

  • Develop network and host-based security systems and security operation center knowledge base articles, how-to documents, standard operating procedures, and policies

  • Develop scripts or code to automate operations, administration, maintenance, or analysis of data and systems

  • Develop, document, and review secure baseline configurations for each technology used within the environment

  • Assist in determining authorization boundaries and placement of new systems within the Agency’s enterprise architecture

  • Support the development of new systems, and modernization of legacy systems that are in line with Security and Enterprise Architecture requirements

  • Design, develop, and maintain detailed security drawings

  • Develop alternative system designs and architectures

  • Develop and document Solution Architecture Models, Threat Models, and CONOPS Security Operations

  • Perform security impact analyses for proposed changes to assigned systems

  • Review IT system plans to ensure designs meet governmental standards and provide an appropriate level of protection for client systems and data

  • Conduct gap analysis of system requirements and components

  • Mentor teammates

  Qualifications

  **US Citizenship, Public Trust Eligibility required**

  What skills are required?

  • Minimum 6 years general experience and 4 years of Security Engineering OR Cyber Ops experience

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field from an accredited college/university or equivalent experience

  • Familiarity and or real-world experience using Forescout to design, implement and deploy enterprise level solutions on the platform.

  • Familiarity with the use and application of enterprise level Data Loss Prevention (DLP) platforms to monitor, detect and prevent unauthorized data usage or movement across systems and networks.

  • Experience with at least one of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, Windows 7/8/10, Syslog (rsyslog, syslog-ng, etc), Linux variants (RedHat/CentOS/Ubuntu), Event log collection, scripting (Python, Perl, Bash, PowerShell), VMWare

  • Familiar with the use and application of an enterprise level SIEM for analysis and data collection.

  • Familiar with the use and application of FireEye or other enterprise level network malware detection platforms.

  • Familiar with multi-tiered network applications, common ports, and protocols used in those communications.

  • Ability to perform online research and comprehend attack signatures while comparing them to network traffic to perform a proper analysis of detections

  • Strong analytical and organizational skills

  • Familiarity or real-world experience with web application firewall (WAF) technology.

  • Familiarity or real-world experience with intrusion detection and prevention (IDPS) technology.

  • Thorough understanding and knowledge of TCP/IP networking

  • Experience in translating D2D Cyber Ops activities into standard operating procedures (SOPs) and maintaining accurate records for compliance and future reference.

  What is ideal?

  • CISSP-ISSEP, CISSP-ISSAP, GCFW, GSEC, Splunk, or other certifications preferred

  • Understanding and experience with virtualization technologies (VMWare) a plus

  • Familiarity with implementing DISA STIGs and CIS Benchmarks preferred

  Location:

  • This is a hybrid role with expectations of being on the client site a few days a week.

  Additional Information

  • All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
  • Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically $135k-$145k. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.
  • Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Flexible Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, maternity/paternity leave, mobile phone stipend, pre-tax commuter benefits, the opportunity to participate in our mentorship program, and more!
  • MindPoint is committed to maintaining a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

  Job applicants that are interested in one of our openings and may require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, should contact us to request an accommodation.

  Are you interested in a posted job opportunity but may not check all of the “boxes” for desired qualifications? If so, we encourage you to apply! Our commitment to sustain and champion an inclusive and dynamic community of employees is a high priority!

  Text code SSEC to 202-915-6712 to apply!

• About the company

  MindPoint Group is a security consulting firm that provides the best cybersecurity solutions — from TPRM, security automation, & everything in between.

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