Cyber Security Engineer

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Company: Ardent Principles, Inc

Location: Herndon, VA 20171

Description:

Cyber Security Engineer

Department: Data Analysis and Technology Services

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Herndon, VA

Compensation: $130,000 - $260,000 / year

Description

Are you ready to secure network solutions to protect networks and data systems? Ardent Principles is searching for a full-time Cyber Security Engineer to enhance our security initiatives.

If you're passionate about cyber security, thrive on managing impactful projects, and are ready to make a difference, this is the role for you. With a competitive salary range of $130,000 to $260,000 annually, dependent on level of skills and experience, and industry-leading benefits, Ardent Principles offers more than just a job - we offer a career path filled with growth and opportunities. Join us and let's shape the future together!

Who We Are:

Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence
"Ardent Principles" signifies our unwavering commitment to excellence, driven by a profound passion and a strict adherence to ethical values. We believe that happy employees make for happy clients. Our mission is to act as a bridge between satisfied clients and fulfilled employees, ensuring that your job and well-being are our top priorities because your satisfaction leads to the success of our clients.

Key Responsibilities

In this challenging yet rewarding role as a
Cyber Security Engineer, you are an integral part of what brings our Company's mission to life. You should have the following required skills, certifications and demonstrated experience in and/or with:
  • Cyber security or related IT field.
  • Cyber penetration testing.
  • Leveraging adversarial tactics to conduct hands-on security testing
  • Applying computer attack methods and system exploitation techniques
  • Knowledge of cyber security principles for Linux, Windows, and virtual platforms
  • Designing, testing, or implementing IT security architecture.
  • Performing network security analysis.
  • Analyzing network architectures.
  • Using network management tools
  • Developing risk management methodologies.
  • Analyzing test results to develop risk and threat mitigation plans.
  • Testing or reviewing system configuration, development, and design specifically around enterprise systems and hypervisors.
  • Designing, testing, or implementing complex Windows installations


Highly Desired Qualifications

Other skills and demonstrated experiences that are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work, include:
  • Participating in public and private information security groups and organizations.
  • Communicating vulnerability results and risk posture to senior executives.
  • Performing complex technical tasks with minimal direction.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or other related scientific or technical discipline.

DESIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Two or more of the relevant certifications
  • Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
  • Global Information Assurance Certification Penetration Tester (GPEN)
  • eLearn Security Certified Professional Penetration Tester (eCPPTv2)
  • Global Information Assurance Certification Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT)


What We Offer You
  • Highly Competitive Salary: Recognizing and rewarding your expertise and contributions.
  • Generous Paid Time Off: Providing ample time for rest, relaxation, and personal pursuits.
  • Dedicated Training Budget: Supporting continuous learning and professional development.
  • 100% Employer-Covered Family Vision, Dental, and Health Insurance: Ensuring comprehensive health coverage for you and your family.
  • 100% Employer-Covered Life and Disability Insurance: Offering financial security and peace of mind.
  • 401(k) Plan with a 6% Employer Match: Helping you plan and save for a secure retirement, with 100% vesting from day one.
  • 11 Paid Government Holidays: Observing national holidays to ensure time off with family and friends.
  • Spot Bonuses for Exceptional Performance: Rewarding outstanding contributions and achievements.

SCHEDULE:

This is a full-time position with consultants expected to be available and working onsite during core hours.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and be part of a team dedicated to driving positive change through technology. Apply now with our easy 3-minute, mobile-friendly initial application process. Your future starts here!

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