Cybersecurity Engineer

Job Title: Cybersecurity EngineerDuration: 1 MonthLocation: Richmond, VAInterview Type: Web Cam Interview OnlyWork Arrangement: Remote with monthly meetingsNote: Role is 100% remote however if selected candidates will be required to attend monthly meetings onsite in Richmond. For this reason, the preference is for local Richmond candidates.This role has the POTENTIAL to go perm after 6 mo. For this reason candidates must be able to be considered (by the agency) and not need sponsorship. US Citizen or Green Card holders only (no EADS).Job Description:We are seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to support Security Products for Local Governments. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of configuring and administering Security Tools and Products.Administer and Maintain EDR Tools: Tune detection rules to reduce false positives and improve threat visibility for each covered locality.Ensure asset inventory is accurate and up to date for each covered locality.Regularly update the EDR platform and agents to the latest versions.Review and adjust security policies.Conduct health checks to ensure the EDR system is functioning properly.Investigate and remediate unexcepted agent behavior Ensure that Integrations are working as required and troubleshoot when issues are identifiedAdminister and Maintain Vulnerability Management System: Maintain and update the vulnerability management platform and agentsConduct health checks to ensure the VMS system is functioning properly.Tune scan policies to reduce false positives and improve accuracy for each covered localityEnsure asset inventory is accurate and up to date for each covered locality Configure and schedule scans for each covered locality.Investigate and remediate unexpected agent behaviorEnsure that integrations are working as required and troubleshoot when issues are identifiedGeneral Support: Respond to and resolve customer inquiries and issues submitted through the ticketing system and SOCMaintain and update the Remote Monitoring and Management platform and agentsAccurately document customer interactions, troubleshooting steps, and resolutionsEscalate complex or unresolved issues as neededMonitor ticket queues to ensure service level agreements (SLAs) are met and follow up with customers as neededDesired Certifications Security+CrowdStrike Certified Falcon Administrator (CCFA)Tenable CertifiedAdditional Cybersecurity Related CertificationsRequired/Desired Skills: Administer and Maintain EDR ToolsAdminister and Maintain Vulnerability Management SystemExperience in information security, with a focus on security technologies.Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to convey complex security concepts in a clear and relatable manner.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.Relevant certifications preferred.