Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience, or 6+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.
Hands-on experience with enterprise security tools.
Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, segmentation, firewalls, proxies).
Proficient in Linux and Windows administration and scripting.
Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain federal suitability determination.
Responsibilities
Design and implement security solutions for SOC systems and networks.
Translate security and business requirements into technical designs.
Write engineering documentation, including designs, configurations, and test results.
Research, pilot, and test new security technologies and assess systems for vulnerabilities.
Develop mitigations in response to security incidents and evolving threats.
Draft cybersecurity standards and policies.
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and families.
Paid time off plan promoting work-life balance and personal well-being.
Career development opportunities and support for training and certifications.
401(k) plan with discretionary company match and no waiting period for enrollment.
Eligibility for referral bonuses for qualified new hires and business development referrals.
Full Job Description
Olympus Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Full-Time, highly motivated SOC Security Engineer to join our team supporting the 24x7 Security Operations Center of a large federal civilian agency. In this role, you will design and implement improvements to the SOC's security capabilities, from turning requirements into technical designs to piloting new tools and building mitigations for emerging threats.
This position is hybrid in the Lanham, MD or Memphis, TN area, with onsite work and telework as approved by the customer. Candidates must live within commuting distance.
This position is contingent upon contract award.
Position Details
Schedule - Business hours, with occasional after-hours support.
Clearance and Eligibility - U.S. citizenship required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a favorable federal suitability determination (minimum Moderate Risk Background Investigation). Active Secret or Top Secret clearance preferred.
Duties and Responsibilities
Design and Engineering
Design and implement security solutions for SOC systems and the networks they protect.
Translate security and business requirements into technical designs.
Write engineering documentation, including designs, configurations, and test results.
Research and Threat Response
Research, pilot, and test new security technologies, and test systems for weaknesses.
Develop mitigations in response to security incidents and evolving threats.
Help draft cybersecurity standards and policies.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of relevant experience. Three additional years of experience may substitute for the degree.
Hands-on security engineering with enterprise security tools.
U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a federal suitability determination.
Preferred Qualifications
Cloud security engineering in AWS or Azure.
Zero Trust architecture concepts and implementation.
Splunk or Cribl experience.
Active Secret or Top Secret clearance.
Certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or CySA+, AWS Certified Security Specialty, or Microsoft AZ-500.
Company and Benefits
Olympus Solutions offers a competitive benefits package designed to give employees personal, professional, and financial flexibility. Benefits include:
Medical, Dental, and Vision - Comprehensive health benefits for employees and their families.
Work-Life Balance - A paid time off plan and a culture that values balance, accountability, and personal well-being.
Career Development - Career-building opportunities, professional development, and support for training and certifications.
Financial Security - A 401(k) plan with a discretionary company match and no waiting period before enrollment.
Referral Bonuses - Eligibility for referral bonuses for qualified new-hire and business development referrals.
