Cyber Security Engineer with Security Clearance

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Job description

Cyber Security Engineer
Stafford, VA
Full Time
Customer Support
Experienced
Digital Cloak is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Engineer to join our team and assist in evaluating and modernizing our customer's network infrastructure. The Cyber Security Engineer will have a deep understanding of cyber vulnerabilities within Microsoft environments and extensive experience in identifying and mitigating security risks and trends. This is largely a planning and advisory role, and does not require the employee to provide emergency response on nights or weekends. We are looking for a professional who enjoys tackling technical challenges, working collaboratively, and leading cybersecurity initiatives. Digital Cloak cultivates an inclusive work environment and invests in each employee, enabling and encouraging our staff members to continue learning and developing new skillsets. We emphasize out-of-the-box thinking and a continued interest in advancing each employee's career goals. We truly value our employees and offer a relaxed but professional work environment, flexible work schedules, teleworking opportunities, safe/sanitary working conditions, and highly competitive benefits including support for position-relevant training and certifications. Essential Functions Advise on and implement modernization efforts to enhance cybersecurity. Identify security risks and mitigation strategies for threats within Microsoft environments. Work with a team to design state-of-the-art secure operating systems, networks, and database products. Handle the full range of security issues including architectures, firewalls, electronic data traffic, and network access. Monitor cybersecurity trends and identify strategies to address emerging threats. Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for cybersecurity processes and procedures. Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices for cybersecurity. Collaborate with IT and network administration staff to optimize cybersecurity measures. Monitor and analyze security performance, identifying tuning and optimization strategies. Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Deep understanding of cyber vulnerabilities within Microsoft environments. Extensive experience with network modernization efforts. Experience with encryption technology, penetration and vulnerability analsis, and security technologies. A good grasp on technology and cybersecurity techniques that will be emerging over the next decade. Strong oral and written communication skills. Required Education, Certifications / Licenses, Related Experience Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field or equivalent experience. 7 years of demonstrated experience with cybersecurity evaluation and related protocols, tools, and implementation. Experience in administering and optimizing cybersecurity within Microsoft environments. Relevant certifications in cybersecurity and risk management. Preferred Education, Certifications / Licenses, Related Experience Experience working with and providing advisory services to senior Government personnel. Advanced degree in a related field. Additional certifications in advanced cybersecurity techniques and tools. Physical Job Requirements This position requires the ability to remain in a stationary position (standing and/or seated) more than half the time. This position requires the ability to spend more than half the time viewing computer monitors. Clearance Requirements US Citizenship is required. Current active DoD SECRET clearance is required. Primary Work Location(s) This is a hybrid position. On-site work will be performed at the customer's facility in Stafford, VA. Employee must live within a 45 minute drive of customer's facility. Travel Requirements This position has travel requirements up to 10%. Other Duties This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Disability Specifications Digital Cloak will make reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Digital Cloak is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status. Digital Cloak is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email . We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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