Cybersecurity Analyst/ Software Engineer - Clearance Required

$104,000 - $124,800/Yr

Randstad - Rockville, MD

Full-time - Mid Level

Rockville, MD

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Cybersecurity Analyst/Software Engineer role involves supporting a government client by implementing and maintaining security measures and controls. This position requires a hybrid work schedule, with three days onsite in Rockville, MD, and is structured as a 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity and software engineering, with responsibilities that include vulnerability testing, security audits, and developing custom cybersecurity solutions.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and upgrade security measures and controls
• Establish plans and protocols to protect digital files and information systems against unauthorized access, modification and/or destruction
• Maintain data and monitor security access
• Perform vulnerability testing, risk analyses and security assessments
• Conduct internal and external security audits
• Write custom code and build Cybersecurity solutions/applications
• Anticipate security alerts, incidents and disasters and reduce their likelihood
• Manage network, intrusion detection and prevention systems
• Analyze security breaches to determine their root cause
• Recommend and install appropriate tools and countermeasures
• Define, implement and maintain corporate security policies
• Train fellow employees in security awareness and procedures
• Coordinate security plans with outside vendors

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields
• Minimum 5 years of experience in cybersecurity or software engineering
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, or PHP
• Experience with IDS/IPS, penetration and vulnerability testing
• Knowledge of DLP, anti-virus, and anti-malware solutions
• Familiarity with TCP/IP, computer networking, routing, and switching
• Understanding of firewall and intrusion detection/prevention protocols
• Experience with Windows, UNIX, and Linux operating systems
• Knowledge of network protocols and packet analysis tools
• Experience with cloud computing and SaaS models
• Familiarity with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and Security Operations Center (SOC)

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Incentive and recognition program
• 401K contribution