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Cyber Security Engineer

Patriot Talent Solutions
Knoxville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 2/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2025

Cyber Security Engineer

Job Details

Employment Type : Contract

Date Posted : 1 / 29 / 2025

Location : Knoxville ,Tennessee

Job Description

Remote | Cyber Security Engineer | Full-time

We are actively recruiting a Cyber Security Engineer for our client in Knoxville, TN. This is a fully remote contract opportunity. In this role, you will combine your engineering expertise with hands-on incident response and security analysis. The successful candidate will design, configure, and optimize security tools, including CrowdStrike and QRadar, to enhance detection and response capabilities. Must have a broad understanding of cybersecurity principles, incident response procedures, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Per client request, candidates must be U.S. citizens due to the sensitivity of federal engagements.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Security Engineering & Operations :

Design, implement, and optimize security tools (CrowdStrike, QRadar).

  • Develop detection rules, alerts, and dashboards.
  • Integrate threat intelligence feeds and troubleshoot performance issues.
  • Monitor and manage security events, perform threat hunting, and coordinate rapid threat response.
  • Incident Response & Forensics :
  • Lead investigations of security incidents, ensuring rapid containment and remediation.

  • Conduct forensic analysis to identify root causes and fortification strategies.
  • Document and report findings with technical details and recommendations.
  • Compliance & Continuous Improvement :
  • Align activities with federal requirements (CMMC, NIST 800-53, FISMA, FedRamp).

  • Support CMMC certification efforts and assist in audit assessments.
  • Evaluate and recommend enhancements to security tools and processes.
  • Develop and maintain runbooks, SOPs, and engineering documentation.
  • Required Qualifications :

  • US citizenship.
  • 5-7 years of experience in security engineering, operations, or incident response.
  • Hands-on experience with security tools (CrowdStrike, QRadar, Proofpoint).
  • Proficient in scripting / automation (Python, PowerShell).
  • Strong understanding of security frameworks and standards (CMMC, NIST 800-53, CIS Controls).
  • Experience with network and endpoint security, including forensic techniques.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Certifications : CISSP, GIAC (GCED, GCIA, GCIH), CISM.
  • Familiarity with cloud security tools (AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI).
  • Experience with advanced threat hunting and malware analysis.
  • Knowledge of orchestration tools like SOAR.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled"

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