Cybersecurity Engineer (Insider Threat Tools)

 Cybersecurity Engineer (Insider Threat Tools)

Who we are:

Horizon Industries Limited (Horizon) is a dynamic IT and Management Consulting firm based in the Washington, DC area. Founded in 1996, Horizon Industries Limited (Horizon) has evolved into a company of highly qualified professionals that provides full-cycle IT Consultant and Management support in both the private and public sectors.

Horizon’s culture is based on our core values, and we PRIDE ourselves on a diverse, employee, and family-centric approach.

Who we are looking for: 

We are currently seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer for a full-time position from Columbus, OH, or Richmond, VA, or  supporting the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA).

We are an organization that is committed to your growth and success in the IT software development industry and looking for a Cybersecurity Engineer who will be supporting Enterprise Software Systems for the DLA and working with a team of technical experts in an agile environment to support current systems and functionality for a suite of applications. 

What your day-to-day will look like / Duties:

• Performs a variety of routine project tasks applied to specialized information assurance problems. 
• Tasks involve integration of electronic processes or methodologies to resolve total system problems, or technology problems as they relate to IA requirements. 
• Analyzes information security requirements.
• Applies analytical and systematic approaches in the resolution of problems of workflow, organization, and planning. 
• Provides security engineering support for planning, design, development, testing,
  demonstration, and integration of information systems.
• Error correction and correct all maintenance problems that require code and/or operational modifications.  
• Preventive maintenance, evaluate and employ the tools and activities tuning, code restructuring, and other efforts typically undertaken to improve the efficiency and reliability of programs and to minimize ongoing maintenance requirements.  

• Services for minor enhancements that will be made to the applications in response to written requests from authorized officials.  
• On-Demand/Ad Hoc maintenance requests for the program.  
• Application regulatory change review and ensure that all software, hardware, and applications maintain compliance with regulatory changes.  
• Patching and installing manufacturer field change orders, service packs, firmware, software maintenance releases, etc. Perform product patches, “bug fixes,” service pack installation, or upgrades to the currently installed versions. 
• Perform routine maintenance during regular periods scheduled in advance and approved by COTR/COR. 

Conduct maintenance periods with minimal impact on users (preferably outside normal business hours). The contractor shall adjust their personnel’s work schedule to conduct maintenance periods outside normal Government business hours. Any additional maintenance conducted outside. Government normal business hours shall be included upfront within the contractors' pricing for this effort. The maintenance period shall be conducted onsite or remotely after receiving COTR / COR advance approval.  

Ensure that systems will be unavailable during maintenance windows only to the extent necessary for systems maintenance purposes.   

• Seven (7) years of relevant IT experience
• Relevant certification meeting DOD 8570/8140 IAT level III - (Anyone of the following relevant certifications meeting DOD 8570/8140 IAT level III)
  CASP+ CE
  CCNP Security
  CISA
  CISSP (or Associate)
  GCED
  GCIH
  CCSP
• Relevant certification meeting DOD 8570/8140 CND-IS (Anyone of the following relevant certifications meeting DOD 8570/8140 CND-IS)
   SSCP
   CEH
   GISCP
   CySA+
   CHFI
   CFR
   Cloud+
   CND

• Experience with Insider Threat tools.   
• Operating System Certification: Linux+ or RHEL   
• Computing Environment Requirements with required experience: Insider Threat Tools 
• Candidates must have an active SSBI or Tier 5 Background investigation/Top Secret  
• Must be eligible for IT-I
• Individuals with experience may be eligible for alternate work locations (in commuting proximity to DLA locations)  

Preferred Experience:   

What specifically does this role require:

Education: High School Degree or Equivalent

Salary Range: Various factors are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, education, certifications, and competencies that align with the specified role, as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position is: $130,000- $170,000

Location: Columbus, OH or Richmond, VA, 

Horizon is headquartered in the heart of Tyson’s Corner, VA. Occasional travel may be required.

Why you will succeed at Horizon:

Horizon works at the forefront of new features and development practices and supports its employees in being trained and certified in the latest and greatest. As we continue to expand and grow the Horizon brand around the globe, we want to ensure that our team members are growing with us as you are a vital part of our success story.  This is a great opportunity for us to invest in our employees by supporting you with the right skills and tools to be successful in your careers.  .   

Why you will love working with us/ Perks:

• A comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical, dental, vision, and disability)
• a 401k program where you are 100% vested from day one with an employer match after 90 days.
• an Educational Assistance program.
• a Student Loan Repayment Program
• Gym Reimbursement Program.
• Paid Time off
• Dynamics, passionate, multi-disciplinary team of creative minds to work with, and many more.

Horizon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and it is our policy to consider all applicants for employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.  

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled