Cybersecurity Engineer 3

We are looking for Cybersecurity Engineer 3 for our client in Richmond, VA.

Job Title: Cybersecurity Engineer 3

Job Location: Richmond, VA

Job Type: Contract

Job Overview:

Pay Range: $70hr - $75hr

Requirement/Must Have:

• Minimum of 8+ years of hands-on 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.

Responsibilities:

• Continuously monitor network traffic, endpoint logs, and cloud security events for anomalous behavior and potential security incidents.
• Create, maintain, and tune Splunk correlation searches, alerts, and dashboards to minimize false positives and improve detection capabilities.
• Investigate potential security incidents, follow forensic evidence, and collaborate with IT and network teams to remediate threats.
• Develop and refine detection and response playbooks based on threat intelligence and frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK.
• Work with infrastructure teams to onboard new data sources, ensuring log integrity, parsing, and normalization across the SIEM platform.
• Support audit readiness by collecting SIEM control evidence and generating compliance reports aligned with internal policies and standards.

Nice to Have:

• Relevant certifications such as Splunk Core Certified User, Splunk Core Certified Advanced Power User, are highly preferred.

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• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities