Cyber Data Engineer

<p><strong>**ACTIVE TS/SCI SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED**</strong></p> <p>Build the infrastructure that keeps critical national security data flowing. You'll own the pipelines, systems, and integrations that power real cybersecurity investigations — and have the autonomy to solve complex engineering problems that actually matter.</p> <table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 624px; border-style: solid;" border="1" width="624"> <tbody> <tr> <td width="104"> <p><strong>Linux / Windows</strong></p> </td> <td width="104"> <p><strong>SIEM (Splunk / Elastic)</strong></p> </td> <td width="104"> <p><strong>VMware / Hyper-V</strong></p> </td> <td width="104"> <p><strong>Networking &amp; Firewalls</strong></p> </td> <td width="104"> <p><strong>Python / Bash</strong></p> </td> <td width="104"> <p><strong>Cloud (AWS)</strong></p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>WHAT YOU'LL OWN</strong></p> <table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 624px; border-width: 1px; border-style: inset;" border="1" width="624"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="border-width: 1px;" width="312"> <p><strong>Data Pipelines</strong></p> <p>Ingest, normalize, and manage event logs powering live security investigations.</p> </td> <td style="border-width: 1px;" width="312"> <p><strong>SIEM Management</strong></p> <p>Own Splunk, Elastic, or ArcSight deployments end-to-end — configs, patches, uptime.</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="border-width: 1px;" width="312"> <p><strong>Host &amp; VM Administration</strong></p> <p>Linux and Windows systems, hypervisors (ESXi, Hyper-V), and cloud assets.</p> </td> <td style="border-width: 1px;" width="312"> <p><strong>Security Compliance</strong></p> <p>Apply federal, DoD, and IC configuration standards across all managed systems.</p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p><strong>WHAT YOU'LL NEED</strong></p> <ul> <li>5+ years in systems engineering or a similar infrastructure/ops role</li> <li>Advanced Linux proficiency — comfortable on the command line, can work through complex issues independently</li> <li>Strong networking fundamentals: DNS, DHCP, IPAM, load balancers, firewalls</li> <li>Hands-on hypervisor experience (VMware ESXi, Hyper-V, or Citrix XenServer)</li> <li>IAT II certification (or ability to obtain); CSSP Infrastructure Support cert required within 120 days of hire</li> <li>Proven root-cause analysis skills — you don't just fix symptoms, you find the source</li> <li>Excellent communication skills; comfortable working with both technical peers and non-technical stakeholders</li> </ul> <p><strong>BONUS POINTS</strong></p> <ul> <li>SIEM experience with Splunk, Elastic, or ArcSight</li> <li>Familiarity with Cribl for data aggregation and normalization</li> <li>Scripting in Python, Bash, or PowerShell</li> <li>Public cloud experience (AWS, GCP, Rackspace) or private cloud (VMware, OpenStack)</li> </ul> <p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p> <ul> <li>All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.</li> <li>Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically $140-$145k. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.</li> <li>Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Accrued PTO, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and more!</li> </ul> <p><em>D2 Technical Services is committed to a merit-based recruitment process and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.&nbsp; As a Veteran-Owned Small Business, we particularly welcome applications from veterans who have the requisite skills and experience.&nbsp; Job applicants that are interested in one of our openings and may require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, should contact us to request an accommodation.</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>