Countermeasures Engineer

Leidos

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Work type: On-site
Location: Chambersburg, PA
Salary: $107,900–$195,050 / yr
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 18 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 3 roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · Countermeasures Engineer

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The Countermeasures Engineer will support the DISA DECO Task Order 22 Network Assurance Program to refine and maintain the defense of Cross Domain Enterprise Services infrastructure. Working within a Computer Incident Response organization, the engineer will establish baseline security data according to NSA NCDSMO Raise the Bar standards, maintain customer configurations, and develop threat detection and mitigation rules. Key responsibilities include applying threat intelligence to develop analytics, tracking compliance, and establishing data health dashboards. The role requires expertise in Cybersecurity fundamentals, the MITRE ATT&CK framework, and Cyber Network Defense. Necessary technical skills include knowledge of enclave-level networking, sensor technologies, and Endpoint Detect and Response tools. Preferred qualifications include experience with Microsoft Azure, the Microsoft Defender Suite, and scripting in Python and PowerShell.

Skills

Cybersecurity SIEM Python PowerShell Microsoft Azure Microsoft Defender EDR MITRE ATT&CK Network Defense Threat Intelligence SharePoint Security+ CISSP CCNA CCNP CASP GIAC GCIA GCIH

What you'll do

Establish baseline security data in accordance with NSA NCDSMO Raise the Bar standards.
Maintain the integrity and efficacy of customer configurations and track infrastructure changes.
Validate access to data and CDES indices with a SIEM across primary monitoring centers.
Develop cybersecurity threat detection rules, analytics, and countermeasures using threat intelligence.
Track and recommend actions for RTB compliance by DISA and mission partners.
Monitor and report on data health through the development of monitoring dashboards.
Coordinate with the DISA CDES office to implement required changes for standard compliance.

What we're looking for

Must have an active DoD Secret security clearance or higher.
Must have a Bachelor's degree in a related discipline with 4+ years of professional experience, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
Must have an active DoD-8570 IAT Level 2 baseline certification (Security+ CE) at the start date.
Must have knowledge of Cyber Network Defense (CND) to protect, detect, respond, and sustain within a Computer Incident Response organization.
Must have an understanding of enclave-level networking, sensor technologies, and Endpoint Detect and Response (EDR) technologies.
Must have strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently in a high-visibility environment.
Experience with DISA and DoD Networks (preferred).
Experience with Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Defender Suite, Python, PowerShell, or advanced certifications like CISSP or SANS GIAC (preferred).

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