Senior Security Operations Engineer
Company DescriptionVyalex Solutions LLC is a cutting-edge technology and consulting company specializing in innovative solutions for complex challenges. We use advanced technologies to deliver reliable, effective services for our clients. With a team of highly skilled professionals, Vyalex Solutions LLC is committed to fostering innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Their expertise spans multiple industries, enabling them to offer customized, scalable solutions.Role DescriptionVyalex Solutions LLC is seeking a full-time Senior Security Operations Engineer for an on-site role in the Washington, D.C.- Baltimore area. This position will involve overseeing security operations to ensure the ongoing safety and integrity of IT systems. We are seeking a highly skilled and mission-driven Engineer with deep expertise in Azure Security and enterprise cybersecurity operations. This role strengthens and executes comprehensive security operations in a federal environment, protecting sensitive systems, data, and infrastructure.The ideal candidate operates with minimal supervision, brings strong technical depth, and applies federal cybersecurity frameworks to proactively defend, detect, and respond to threats.Key ResponsibilitiesSecurity Assessment & ComplianceApply expertise in federal cybersecurity frameworks and standards, including National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA), and guidance from Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).Conduct continuous security assessments of systems and networks; identify vulnerabilities and recommend corrective actions.Systems Engineering & Security OperationsPerform systems engineering, integration, and maintenance in accordance with established security and operational standards.Ensure effective configuration, optimization, and daily operation of cybersecurity tools supporting enterprise defense.Cloud & Network Security (Azure Focus)Implement and troubleshoot security solutions across Microsoft Azure, LAN, and wireless environments.Secure cloud environments leveraging tools such as Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Microsoft 365 security controls.Security Tooling & Platform ManagementAdminister and optimize enterprise security technologies, including:SIEM and Syslog integrationsNetwork Detection & Response (NDR)Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)Firewalls and perimeter defensesContinuous Diagnostics & Mitigation (CDM) toolsThreat Detection & HuntingMaintain real-time threat awareness across enterprise systems.Analyze aggregated security logs and conduct proactive threat hunting to identify anomalous or malicious behavior.Incident Response & AutomationExecute incident response activities in alignment with established response plans.Develop and refine incident handling procedures and playbooks.Design and implement Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) capabilities to enhance response speed and consistency.Continuous Monitoring & Risk ManagementApply continuous monitoring practices to evaluate control effectiveness and ensure system confidentiality, integrity, and availability.Develop detection and response policies that increase automation and operational efficiency.Security Strategy & CollaborationPartner with executive leadership, including the CISO and Privacy Officer, to define measurable cybersecurity and privacy objectives.Collaborate with IT and application teams to ensure security is embedded across all systems and services.Metrics, Reporting & DocumentationCollect and analyze security operations metrics to assess organizational risk posture.Produce threat intelligence reports to support informed decision-making.Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, including SOPs and operational procedures.QualificationsStrong experience in Azure security architecture and operationsDeep knowledge of federal cybersecurity standards (NIST, FISMA, CISA directives)Hands-on expertise with SIEM, EDR, NDR, and cloud security platformsProven experience in incident response, threat hunting, and security automationAbility to operate independently in a high-responsibility environmentStrong analytical, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills