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Cyber Data Engineer

D2 Technical Services
Posted 17 hours ago, valid for 12 days
Location

Springfield, VA 22161, US

Salary

$140,000 - $145,000 per year

Contract type

Full Time

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Life Insurance

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  • The position requires an ACTIVE TS/SCI SECURITY CLEARANCE and involves building infrastructure for national security data management.
  • Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience in systems engineering or a similar infrastructure/operations role.
  • The salary range for this position is typically between $140,000 and $145,000, depending on various factors including skills and experience.
  • Key responsibilities include managing data pipelines, SIEM systems, and ensuring security compliance across managed systems.
  • Preferred qualifications include advanced Linux proficiency, strong networking fundamentals, and scripting skills in Python or Bash.

**ACTIVE TS/SCI SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED**

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.

Linux / Windows

SIEM (Splunk / Elastic)

VMware / Hyper-V

Networking & Firewalls

Python / Bash

Cloud (AWS)

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WHAT YOU'LL OWN

Data Pipelines

Ingest, normalize, and manage event logs powering live security investigations.

SIEM Management

Own Splunk, Elastic, or ArcSight deployments end-to-end — configs, patches, uptime.

Host & VM Administration

Linux and Windows systems, hypervisors (ESXi, Hyper-V), and cloud assets.

Security Compliance

Apply federal, DoD, and IC configuration standards across all managed systems.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

  • 5+ years in systems engineering or a similar infrastructure/ops role
  • Advanced Linux proficiency — comfortable on the command line, can work through complex issues independently
  • Strong networking fundamentals: DNS, DHCP, IPAM, load balancers, firewalls
  • Hands-on hypervisor experience (VMware ESXi, Hyper-V, or Citrix XenServer)
  • IAT II certification (or ability to obtain); CSSP Infrastructure Support cert required within 120 days of hire
  • Proven root-cause analysis skills — you don't just fix symptoms, you find the source
  • Excellent communication skills; comfortable working with both technical peers and non-technical stakeholders

BONUS POINTS

  • SIEM experience with Splunk, Elastic, or ArcSight
  • Familiarity with Cribl for data aggregation and normalization
  • Scripting in Python, Bash, or PowerShell
  • Public cloud experience (AWS, GCP, Rackspace) or private cloud (VMware, OpenStack)

Additional Information

  • All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
  • 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.
  • Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Accrued PTO, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and more!

D2 Tech Services is committed to a merit-based recruitment process and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.Ā  As a Veteran-Owned Small Business, we particularly welcome applications from veterans who have the requisite skills and experience.Ā  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.

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