Cybersecurity Engineer
Eliassen Group
Job Description
Job Description
Description:
Hybrid (on-site work) as needed in Washington, DC
Our client seeks a seasoned cybersecurity professional to lead assessments, implement and manage controls, and guide incident response for an enterprise environment. The role will evaluate and strengthen security posture across networks, endpoints, and cloud, while producing clear reporting and collaborating with stakeholders to mitigate risk.
This is a contract-to-hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.
Rate: $65.00 to $70.00/hr. w2
Responsibilities:- Perform vulnerability assessments using tools and techniques including network scanning, code reviews, and penetration testing to identify and document weaknesses.
- Analyze security logs to identify suspicious activity and generate comprehensive reports with risks and remediation recommendations.
- Design, deploy, configure, and manage security controls: firewalls, IDS/IPS, EDR, ZTS, SIEM, and DLP.
- Monitor alerts and anomalies, investigate incidents, and respond to breaches effectively.
- Administer security access controls for authentication, authorization, and access rights.
- Implement and maintain security policies, procedures, and standards.
- Develop and maintain incident response plans; conduct investigations, evidence collection, and forensics to determine root causes.
- Research emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors; evaluate and recommend new security technologies.
- Minimum 7 years of professional experience in cybersecurity or related fields such as systems administration or network engineering.
- Hands-on experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, EDR, ZTS, DLP, SIEM, and vulnerability assessment solutions.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, attack vectors, security frameworks such as NIST CSF and ISO 27001, and regulatory requirements including GDPR and HIPAA.
- Proficiency in network security concepts, protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, DNS, and common network devices.
- Technical expertise with scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell, CLI, and operating systems including Windows, Linux, and macOS.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and develop effective solutions.
- Clear communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities independently.
- At least one current or lapsed certification with agreement to recertify within 3 months: CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Azure Security Technologies, Zscaler, CrowdStrike, Splunk, CEH, CISSP, or GIAC (e.g., GCIH, GPEN, GCIA).
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred.
- Clearance requirement: Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.
Recruitment Transparency Notice
Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening and hiring process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team ( View email address on ziprecruiter.com , View phone number on ziprecruiter.com) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group’s use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.
Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range. W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality. If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please ensure that you are working directly with us by confirming the following:
· When you work with Eliassen Group, all email communication will come from an Eliassen.com address, never Gmail, Yahoo, etc.
· Eliassen Group will never ask you for personal information (home address, bank account, or check routing number) until you have worked with someone clearly associated with Eliassen Group.
If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact View email address on ziprecruiter.com.
About Eliassen Group:
Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients’ capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.
Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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