Senior Cybersecurity Engineer at Tyto Athene, LLC

, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 May, 26

Salary

125000.0

Posted On

16 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Incident Response, Forensic Analysis, Intrusion Investigation, Malware Research, Threat Actor Research, Network Traffic Analysis, SIEM, Alert Triage, SOC Operations, Defense in Depth (DiD), Threat Intelligence, OSINT, TTPs, IOCs, Cybersecurity Engineering, Reporting

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Description Tyto Athene is searching for a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to support a defense customer in Richmond, VA Responsibilities: Assist the Watch Officer of the SOC team and cybersecurity professionals within customer environment Respond to various security incidents to protect the customer's digital assets from cyberattacks. Be responsible for overseeing the team, ensuring everyone is trained, motivated and effectively working together. Provide technical knowledge and analysis of security incident responses. Assist with performing forensic analysis of devices involved in incidents and forensic reporting. Assist with investigating potential intrusions and security events to contain and mitigate incidents. Assist with researching cyber-attacks, malware, and threat actors to determine potential impact and develop remediation guidance. Assist with analyzing network traffic and identify attack/malicious activity. Assist with documenting incident response activities and lessons learned. Assist with effectively communicating incident response activities. Assist with providing monitoring and response capabilities. Assist with regularly updating and optimizing queries and alerting rules. Assist with maintaining the confidentiality and integrity of the data within SIEM. Assist with providing timely and accurate reports to management and the government. Validate suspicious events by performing investigations using SIEM, leverage tools available to the SOC, threat intelligence and OSINT, TTPs and IOCs. Leverage knowledge of Alert Triage, SOC Operations, and Defense in Depth (DiD) to contribute to projects for overall success. Produce high-quality written and verbal communications, recommendations, and findings to management and the government in a timely manner. Provide timely escalation of events to either the watch officer or government. Other services and support as needed or directed by the government Qualifications Required: Over 8 or more years of experience in a relevant IT engineering mission area. Ensure personnel are compliant with DoDI 8140.02 Identification, Tracking, and Reporting of Cyberspace Workforce Requirements as set forth in the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF). Personnel must hold required certifications at time of hire and must maintain certifications for the entire performance period Ensure Incident Response & Analysis personnel also assigned as forensic analysts also hold and maintain an industry-recognized Computer Forensics certification such as the GIAC GCFE, GCFA, or EC-Council CHFI. Ensure Incident Response & Analysis personnel are knowledgeable of industry-standard methods and practices concerning the use and monitoring of intrusion detection products in a production network. Clearance: Secret Clearance required About Tyto Athene Compensation: 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 between $115,000-$125,000. 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. Benefits: Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Flexible Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and maternity/paternity leave. Tyto Athene is a trusted leader in IT services and solutions, delivering mission-focused digital transformation that drives measurable success. Our expertise spans four core technology domains—Network Modernization, Hybrid Cloud, Cybersecurity, and Enterprise IT—empowering our clients with cutting-edge solutions tailored to their evolving needs. With over 50 years of experience, Tyto Athene proudly support Defense, Intelligence, Space, National Security, Civilian, Health, and Public Safety clients across the United States and worldwide. At Tyto Athene, we believe that success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven environment where every team member plays a critical role in shaping the future of technology. Are you ready to join #TeamTyto? Tyto Athene, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, [sexual orientation, gender identity,] national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.

Responsibilities

The Senior Cybersecurity Engineer will assist the SOC Watch Officer by responding to security incidents, performing forensic analysis, and investigating potential intrusions to protect digital assets. Responsibilities also include team oversight, technical analysis, researching cyber threats, and maintaining SIEM data integrity.