Title: Cybersecurity Engineer
Location: Richmond, VA 23219 (Onsite)
Duration: Long-Term
Overview:
We are seeking a highly analytical and technically proficient Cybersecurity Engineer supporting Splunk SIEM. You will play a critical role in defending our organization against cyber threats by leveraging Splunk Enterprise Security to monitor, detect, analyze, and respond to security events. The ideal candidate has strong expertise in log analysis, threat hunting, and writing Splunk queries to identify and contain malicious activity.
Skills Required:
Experience in cybersecurity, specifically operating, building, and investigating threats within a SIEM or Splunk.
Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to operate calmly under pressure and manage multiple security tickets.
Proficiency in writing SPL (Splunk Processing Language).
Strong understanding of networking, firewalls, EDR, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform).
Knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK) and security compliance standards (e.g., NIST, HIPAA, or SOC 2).
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
Nice to have:
Relevant certifications such as Splunk Core Certified User, Splunk Core Certified Advanced Power User, are highly preferred.
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