Cyber Engineer

RDR, Inc

$90K — $130K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or related technical field.
  • 3-6+ years of professional experience in cybersecurity engineering or cyber analytics.
  • Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Elastic, QRadar).
  • Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Kibana, Tableau, Power BI).
  • Strong understanding of cyber operations and threat intelligence.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance, with polygraph preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain cyber heat-map visualizations for threat analysis and operational readiness.
  • Engineer and optimize cyber metrics frameworks and performance dashboards.
  • Integrate data from various cyber sources into unified analytic products.
  • Conduct trend analysis and predictive modeling to detect emerging threats.
  • Support cyber operations teams with actionable insights from analytics tools.
  • Collaborate with analysts and engineers to refine data requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with IC cybersecurity standards and data-handling policies.
  • Develop automation scripts to enhance data processing workflows.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance packages.
  • Retirement savings plans with employer contributions.
  • Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
  • Flexible work arrangements and possible remote work options.
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and tools in cyber operations.
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Cyber Engineer with strong analytic capabilities to support mission-critical operations within the Intelligence Community. The ideal candidate will design, develop, and maintain cyber-focused heat-map analytics, dashboards, and performance metrics that enhance situational awareness, threat detection, and operational decision-making. This role requires a blend of cybersecurity engineering expertise, data-analytics proficiency, and an understanding of intelligence-driven cyber operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain cyber heat-map visualizations to support threat analysis, vulnerability tracking, and operational readiness assessments.
  • Engineer and optimize cyber metrics frameworks, KPIs, and performance dashboards for leadership and mission teams.
  • Integrate data from multiple cyber tools, sensors, and intelligence sources into unified analytic products.
  • Conduct trend analysis, anomaly detection, and predictive modeling to identify emerging threats or operational gaps.
  • Support cyber operations teams by providing actionable insights derived from analytics and visualization tools.
  • Collaborate with intelligence analysts, system engineers, and mission partners to refine data requirements and improve analytic outputs.
  • Ensure compliance with IC cybersecurity standards, data-handling policies, and security protocols.
  • Develop automation scripts and data pipelines to streamline ingestion, normalization, and visualization processes.
  • Participate in technical briefings, documentation development, and engineering reviews.


Requirements

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or related technical field.
  • 3-6+ years of professional experience in cybersecurity engineering, cyber analytics, or intelligence-support roles.
  • Hands-on experience with:
    • SIEM platforms (Splunk, Elastic, QRadar)
    • Data visualization tools (Kibana, Tableau, Power BI)
    • Python or similar scripting languages
    • Log analysis, network telemetry, and cyber threat data
  • Demonstrated ability to build dashboards, heat maps, or analytic visualizations.
  • Strong understanding of cyber operations, threat intelligence, and vulnerability management.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance; polygraph preferred or required depending on customer environment.

Preferred Qualifications
  • TS/SCI w/polygraph
  • Master's degree in a technical or analytic discipline.
  • Experience supporting DoD or Intelligence Community cyber missions.
  • Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK, CVSS scoring, and cyber-risk frameworks.
  • Experience with machine learning or statistical modeling for cyber analytics.
  • Certifications such as PCISSP, CySA+, GCIH, GCIA, GCTI, CASP+, or equivalent.

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