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Cybersecurity Engineer 3 with Security Clearance

Anonymous EmployerColumbus, OH🇺🇸United StatesPosted 25 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Leverage your expertise in intrusion detection and prevention systems within a critical federal operational environment, offering significant impact and continuous skill development in threat detection engineering. This hybrid role is ideal for a seasoned cybersecurity professional with a DoD Secret clearance and relevant certifications who thrives on developing custom signatures and enhancing enterprise network defense. Embrace this opportunity to grow your career and contribute to national security.

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Employee
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Cybersecurity Engineer will support a technology program responsible for securing enterprise infrastructure and mission systems within a large federal operational environment. The Cybersecurity Engineer 3 will support enterprise network defense capabilities through the implementation, configuration, and sustainment of Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS). This role focuses on threat detection engineering, signature development, and monitoring of network security infrastructure. Key Responsibilities
- Support design, implementation, and sustainment of enterprise Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS).
- Configure and maintain intrusion prevention tools including Trellix IPS Manager and Check Point IPS Blade.
- Develop and maintain custom SNORT signatures to detect emerging cyber threats.
- Analyze threat intelligence data and security events to improve detection capabilities.
- Conduct testing and tuning of IDS/IPS rules to reduce false positives and improve detection accuracy.
- Support enterprise network monitoring and threat analysis.
- Assist with integration of IDS/IPS telemetry with SIEM and enterprise monitoring platforms.
- Support documentation of security procedures and operational guidelines.
- Provide recommendations for IDS/IPS architecture improvements and threat detection strategies. Required Qualifications
- 7+ years of relevant IT / cybersecurity experience
- Active DoD Secret Clearance
- Must meet DoD 8570 / 8140 IAT Level III certification requirements - candidate must possess one of the following certifications: CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH, CCSP
- Must meet DoD 8570 / 8140 CND-IS certification requirements - candidate must posses one of the following certifications: CEH, GICSP, GCIH, GCIA, CFR - Must be eligible for IT Level I access
- Experience with Trellix IPS Manager
- Experience with Check Point IPS Blade
- 4+ years of experience developing custom SNORT signatures Preferred Skills
- Experience in enterprise network defense environments
- Threat detection engineering experience
- Familiarity with advanced intrusion detection methodologies

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