Information Technology Engineer, Cyber Security

Ampcus, Inc
United States, D.C., Washington
1629 K Street Northwest (Show on map)
Mar 18, 2025
Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team. Job Title: Information Technology Engineer, Cyber Security Location(s): Washington, DC Job Description: This position will support the SBP Security Engineering Support team to enhance our security tool integrations, automations, scripts, and playbook content for the SOAR platform. You'll be instrumental in maintaining and enhancing the security posture of vital systems. We are looking for a technical engineer to help maintain and support the xSOAR (Palo Alto Cortex) systems. Need someone with a demonstrated experience with SOAR tool suites that is resourceful in learning a very complex and dynamically changing network. Must be a self-starter, able to work independently, and able to manage time effectively. Your Role Responsibilities... Manage the xSOAR platform to included troubleshooting, patching and upgrades. Lead security automation playbook development from requirements collection to implementation. Write, test, and maintain automation scripts/workflows within SOAR platform. Design, implement, standardize, and maintain efficient and reusable Python. Translate conceptual CSOC/IR requirements into technical data and integration requirements for the SOAR platform. Deliver API solutions that streamline, simplify, and improve efficiencies for the Cybersecurity teams as well as other enterprise Business Units. Bonus Experience with SPLUNK ES. RegEx experience. Experience deploying and correlating threat intelligence and vulnerability management solutions. Good understanding of Agile methodology. Windows/Linux experience. Essential Functions: 20% Assists with day-to-day support of security solutions. 20% Assists with engineering support and system administration of specialized cybersecurity solutions. 15% Solves complex problems and answers routine questions about the installation, operation, configuration, and customization of cybersecurity software. 15% Identifies potential conflicts with the implementation of any cybersecurity solutions. 10% Answers routine questions about the installation, operation, configuration, and customization of cybersecurity solutions. 10% Reviews and analyzes appropriate cybersecurity solution system logs for performance and functional anomalies. 10% Works with system design architects and project managers to provide security requirements. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Education Level: Bachelor's Degree. Education Details: Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Experience: 5 years relevant IT security experience. In Lieu of Education In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to perform risk assessments and investigate cyber security incidents, Advanced Ability to understand vulnerabilities at a technical level.,Advanced Knowledge of hardware and software, networks, data centers, systems, and cyber security related issues. ,Advanced Proficient in ethical hacking techniques.,Proficient Strong critical thinking ability and investigative/problem solving skills.,Advanced Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.