Cybersecurity Detection Engineer

M9 Solutions is dedicated to providing IT services and solutions to the Federal Government by mobilizing the right people, skills, clearance levels, and technologies to help organizations who desire improved performance and modern, sustainable change. M9 has provided quality IT services and support to 27 Federal Agencies and multiple commercial customers across 41 states nationwide. Our capabilities include digital transformation, software development, cloud migration, applications & infrastructure, cybersecurity, data delivery & analytics, and IT talent solutions.

M9 Solutions is seeking a Cybersecurity Detection Engineer to work remotely on a government contract for a client located in Arlington, VA.Candidates must have the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance. ship is required.

Responsibilities

• Work with new and existing data sources to create high fidelity and actionable alerts the project can use to identify, analyze, and eradicate cybersecurity threats quickly and effectively.
• Identify opportunities to improve the effectiveness of existing detection efforts.
• Responsible for developing methodologies to maintain and maximize integrity and effectiveness of existing alerting through the creation, periodic review, testing, and validation of custom detection content.
• Leverage cybersecurity threat intelligence and collaborate with the security operation center's incident response teams to meet operational needs and defend against real-world threats.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Work Authorization: ship is required.
• Ability to pass a background investigation for a Public Trust clearance.
• 3+ years of experience working in detection engineering, threat hunting, security operations, or incident response using Splunk Enterprise Security or Microsoft Sentinel.
• Experience with the processes to add/update/delete detection rules in Splunk Enterprise Security and Microsoft Sentinel.
• Proficient in detection engineering methodologies including SNORT and YARA rules.
• Proficient in Python programming, Bash, and PowerShell.
• Proficient in Splunk's Search Processing Language, React, Kusto Query Language, and common information model.
• Knowledge and experience in leveraging Cybersecurity threat intelligence, indicators of compromise, STIX/TAXII data feeds, MITRE ATT&CK, and SIEM integrations.
• Strong experience in networking principles, operating systems (Linux / Windows), and security tools such as IDS/IPS, firewalls, proxy servers and endpoint detection and response.
• Knowledge of Windows Sysinternal Suite (including Sysmon) Unix audited, and tune configuration files for identification of malicious activity.
• Obtain at least one of the following certifications: Splunk Enterprise Security Certified Admin credential or have passed the AZ-500 Microsoft Azure Security Technologies exam.

*Please note, this position is contingent upon contract award.

Full-Time Employee Compensation

• M9 Solutions' pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the position, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as internal equity, location, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
• M9 Benefits -

Salary Range

$60,000 - $180,000 USD

M9 Solutions LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer - AA/EOE/W/M/Vet/Disabled.

M9 Solutions, LLC (M9) is a Federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer. M9 is subject to Executive Order 11246, which requires government contractors to take affirmative action to ensure that equal opportunity is provided in all aspects of their employment. Please click here to complete M9's Voluntary Self-Identification Form and then email it to . Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact M9's Human Resources Department at or at .

With 14+ years of proven delivery and steady growth, M9 Solutions is a unique small business with credible past performance and key capabilities offering project management services, solution architects, business analysts, program managers, technical architects, and technical consultants. M9 was recognized as an Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, and 2012. M9 Solutions believes that work should be fun, rewarding, and something everyone can be excited about. We offer a competitive compensation package and value diversity in driving the vision of the company.

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