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+ Architect, deploy, and maintain a highly available and scalable Elastic Stack environment, specializing in Elastic EDR/Defend

+ Configure and optimize Elastic EDR/Defend policies and data pipelines for threat detection, prevention, and security event enrichment

+ Develop and maintain Kibana dashboards and visualizations for real-time security monitoring, threat identification, and incident response tracking

+ Perform proactive threat hunting and in-depth security analysis using Elastic EDR/Defend capabilities

+ Troubleshoot complex Elastic Stack issues, develop comprehensive documentation, and mentor junior engineers to ensure operational excellence

+ Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education/Training:

+ Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering or science discipline preferred

+ Active DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (ex: Security+) required

+ CISSP certification preferred

Experience:

+ 5+ years of professional experience in the required task area

+ 10+ years of general (full-time) work experience

+ 5+ years of experience working with the Elastic Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana)

+ 3+ years of experience specifically implementing and managing Elastic EDR and Defend solutions

+ 2+ years of experience in a lead or senior role, mentoring and guiding other team members

+ 1+ years of experience working in a management or leadership role

+ Must have a strong understanding of security principles, threat detection, and incident response

+ Must have experience with data ingestion, processing, and enrichment techniques

+ Must be proficient in at least one scripting language (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell

Preferred Experience With:

+ Linux and Windows Server administration.

+ Containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

+ Automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef)

+ Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

+ SIEM technologies and security event management

+ Security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., NIST, FedRAMP)

+ Strong understanding of network protocols and security concepts

+ Threat intelligence platforms and data feeds

+ Tuning and optimizing Elastic EDR and Defend for specific threat landscapes

Security:

+ Must be a US citizen

+ Candidate must be in possession of a minimum DoD issued Secret Clearance

+ Ability and willingness to obtain a Top Secret clearance

Physical Requirements:

+ Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms

+ Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk

+ Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)

+ Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time

Benefits

+ Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

+ Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

+ Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

+ Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

+ Short Term & Long Term Disability

+ Training & Development

+ Wellness Resources

Salary: $130,000 - 150,000

Salary rates for this position are competitive and commensurate with experience and industry standards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings options.