CYBER- JUNIOR SECURITY INFORMATION & EVENT MGT/ SIEM ENGINEER (SPLUNK)
Huntsville, AL 
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Job Title
CYBER- JUNIOR SECURITY INFORMATION & EVENT MGT/ SIEM ENGINEER (SPLUNK)
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Location
CYBER SECURITY OPS COMMAND - HUNTSVILLE, AL 35806 US (Primary)
HUNTSVILLE, AL - , 35806 US
Career Level
Entry Level
Category
Information Technology/Cyber Security
Salary Grade
Job Type
Full-time
Job Description

Company Overview:

Quantum Research International, Inc. (Quantum) provides our national defense and federal civilian and industry customers with services and products in the following main areas: 1) Cybersecurity and Information Operations; 2) Space Operations and Control; 3) Aviation Systems; 4) Ground, Air and Missile Defense, and Fires Support Systems; 5) Intelligence Programs Support; 6) Experimentation and Test; 7) Program Management; and (8) Audio/Visual Technology Applications. Quantum's Corporate Office is located in Huntsville, AL, but Quantum actively hires for positions nationwide and internationally. We pride ourselves on providing high quality support to the U.S. Government and our Nation's Warfighters. In addition to our corporate office, we have physical locations in Aberdeen, MD; Colorado Springs, CO; Crestview, FL; and Tupelo, MS

Mission:

As a member of a team of skilled cyber security operators, you will conduct research, develop, implement, test, and review SIEM applications for the Cyber Security Operations Center (CSOC) platform. This is a junior level position-In this role, you will be trained from an entry level SIEM role to, ultimately, a SIEM engineer/architect level position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop SIEM skills to move from entry-level to architect level skill status.
  • Design, deploy, and configure SIEM solutions to meet a variety of client and NCSOC SIEM requirements.
  • Develop and maintain SIEM dashboards, reports, and alerts to support Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) efforts to secure client infrastructure.
  • Work with security analysts to define use cases, correlation rules, and automated responses with the SIEM platform.
  • Research possible SIEM solutions to enhance existing solutions or create new solutions.
  • Conduct regular audits and assessments of SIEM infrastructure to ensure optimal performance, scalability, availability, and efficiency.
  • Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats and industry trends to ensure SIEM implementations are providing the best possible service levels and protection for clients.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to SIEM implementation, data ingestion, and log management.
  • Work closely with all CSOC teams to integrate tooling, data sources, develop connectors, and streamline data collection processes.
  • Work with the Research and Development Team to innovate within the Splunk platform but also to look for new ways to integrate existing applications while building out future Splunk capability.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field (or equivalent years experience, certs a plus).
  • In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles, best practices, and industry standards.
  • Ability to learn quickly and obtain advanced certifications and skills.
  • Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
  • Ability to obtain a US Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Basic familiarity with scripting and automation skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell, Ansible) for developing custom SIEM applications and integrations.
  • Entry level cybersecurity Certifications (NET+, SEC+)
  • Basic experience with SIEM solutions.
  • Active US Secret Security clearance or higher.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

# of Hires Needed
1

 

Job Summary
Company
Quantum Research International Inc
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
Open
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