Security Detection Engineer

Title: Security Detection Engineer
Location: Rockville, Maryland
Target Start Date: May 1, 2025
Type: long term contract
Pay Rate: up to $85/ hour, DOE

Job Overview: We are looking for a skilled and proactive Security Detection Engineer to join our dynamic Security Operations team. This role is essential in detecting, analyzing, and mitigating security threats across our environment. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in security systems, threat detection, and a passion for designing and developing advanced security monitoring solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Threat Detection & Monitoring:

  • Design, implement, and maintain cutting-edge threat detection systems, including IDS/IPS, SIEM, and endpoint detection technologies.

  • Continuously monitor security logs and alerts to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.

  • Develop, refine, and optimize detection rules, signatures, and patterns to enhance real-time threat identification.

• Incident Response:

  • Collaborate with the Incident Response team to investigate and analyze security incidents, identify root causes, and implement effective mitigation strategies.

  • Conduct forensic investigations to understand the impact and scope of security breaches.

• Security Intelligence & Automation:

  • Stay ahead of emerging threats by researching vulnerabilities and integrating threat intelligence feeds into our detection systems.

  • Drive automation initiatives to streamline threat detection and response efforts for improved efficiency.

• Collaboration Across Teams:

  • Partner with IT, DevOps, and other Security teams to ensure secure by design systems and active monitoring.

  • Provide security expertise in the development and implementation of secure architecture for internal and external services.

• Reporting & Documentation:

  • Document security incidents and response actions clearly and concisely.

  • Generate regular reports on detection activities, including key metrics such as detected threats, false positives, and resolved incidents.

• Continuous Improvement:

  • Regularly tune and optimize detection rules to reduce false positives and improve detection efficacy.

  • Keep current on the latest security trends, tools, and techniques, applying them to strengthen our organization's security posture.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Fundamental understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and core cybersecurity principles.

• Hands-on experience with security tools such as SIEM (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight), IDS/IPS, firewalls, antivirus solutions, and endpoint protection.

• Familiarity with common attack vectors (phishing, malware, DDoS) and associated defensive measures.

• Strong ability to analyze logs, network traffic, and system activity to identify security threats.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS, ISO 27001).

• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security , GIAC Certified Detection Analyst (GCDA), GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), Cisco CCNA Security, or similar certifications.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.

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