Threat Intelligence and Modeling (TIM) Cyber Security Engineer
Threat Intelligence and Modeling (TIM) Cyber Security Engineer to join our talented, dynamic team. This is a REMOTE position, must be U.S. based.
Salary: $110,000 - $120,000 and is based on experience and technical interview.
Location: 100% Remote opportunity supporting the Austin Texas supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Must have Red Team and Pentest experience.
The key responsibilities for this position include:
The TIM Cyber Security Engineer requires experience with the methodologies and procedures for conducting penetration testing as per NIST 800-115. The candidate much be able to interact with various stakeholders, including Information Security Officers, Project Managers, and developers to make recommendations regarding all aspects of security within our organization. The candidate must have experience in utilizing cyber security tools, network topologies, software or other intrusion detection methods, PKI, continued protection and monitoring of secured networks as well as the ability to perform physical and telephonic penetration testing.
Responsibilities:
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Threat model experience - Workflows, business, and technical security models.
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Will be required to report on vulnerabilities.
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Will work closely with the Information Security Office in securing user, software and network assets for appropriate use and enterprise-wide protection.
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Familiarity with the processes and requirements for conducting assessments as per NIST 800-115 methodologies for physical, network, application, and social engineering.
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Must be able to plan, recommend, and deploy security countermeasures.
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Able to utilize cyber security industry standard methods in providing recommendations to secure systems.
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Knowledge of implementation and security levels and roles necessary for successful application deployment.
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Must Stay abreast of current cybersecurity trends relevant to the client's business and system security.
Required Qualifications:
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Bachelor of Science degree in computer science, Information Systems/Technology, Math, Engineering or equivalent and 2 years of relevant experience required; 8 years relevant experience highly preferred.
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Technical knowledge of red team duties, low level kernel and operating system internals, networks, knowledge in at least 1 programming language for example Python, C++, Java.
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4 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education.
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Industry certifications highly desired, such as Security +, OSCP, and CISSP.
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Experience with Threat Modeling.
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Highly proficient with Kali Linux.
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Experience with Pen Testing.
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Solid understanding of Cybersecurity.
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Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance based on Department of Veteran Affair's guidelines.
Preferred Experience
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Strong verbal and written communication skills.
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Attention to detail and excellent customer service.
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Ability to work well in a team environment.
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Capable to work under pressure, handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Benefits Overview: Full-time employees are offered comprehensive and competitive benefits package including paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, health insurance, life insurance, military leave, training, tuition reimbursement, a wellness program, short- and long-term disability, 401(k) retirement plan with company matches/immediate vesting, commuter benefits, and more.
EEO Policy: It is our policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.