Lab Engineer

Avint LLC is seeking a motivated, career and team-oriented Lab Engineer in support of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Continuous Diagnostic & Mitigation (CDM) Data Services Program. The CDM Data Services Program is a critical component of CISA’s national effort to ensure the defense and resilience of cyberspace.

Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain cybersecurity lab environments for testing and evaluating various cybersecurity tools.
• Install, configure, and maintain cybersecurity applications such as Tenable, Forescout, ServiceNow, Crowdstrike, Axonius, Tanium and others in the lab environment.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into lab infrastructure designs aligned with cybersecurity objectives.
• Develop and execute test plans to evaluate the performance, functionality, and security of cybersecurity tools in the lab environment.
• Identify and troubleshoot technical issues related to the lab infrastructure or the integration of cybersecurity tools.
• Provide expert-level support and guidance to internal teams and stakeholders in the evaluation, selection, and implementation of cybersecurity tools.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements, trends, and best practices in cybersecurity tools and technologies.
• Collaborate with vendors and participate in product demonstrations, workshops, and training sessions to enhance cybersecurity expertise.
• Harden operating systems and applications in accordance with published standards
• Keep thorough documentation of lab infrastructure, configurations, and testing procedures.
• Provide mentorship and technical leadership to junior lab engineers and support personnel.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Able to obtain and maintain a DHS Suitability/Entry on Duty (EOD)
• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field of study
• A minimum of (3) three years of proven experience as a Lab Engineer or in a similar role, with a focus on implementing and maintaining cybersecurity tools
• Expert-level knowledge of cybersecurity tools, such as: Tenable, Forescout, ServiceNow, Crowdstrike, Tenable, Axonius and others
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts, vulnerabilities, and threat landscape
• Proficiency in designing, building, and maintaining lab environments for cybersecurity testing and evaluation
• Basic understanding of setting up API keys for programmatic access to tools
• Hands-on experience in installing, configuring, and optimizing cybersecurity tools in a cloud lab environment such a AWS, Azure or GCP
• Experience deploying infrastructure as a service (IaaS) Virtual Machines on cloud platforms
• Proficient in administering both Windows Server and Redhat Linux Operating Systems
• Understanding of containerized applications on platforms such as Docker or Kubernetes
• Experience applying secure technical implementation guides (STIGs) to operating systems and applications
• Basic understanding of networking technologies in a lab environment
• Familiarity with scripting languages and automation tools for lab environment management and testing
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to analyze and resolve complex technical issues
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team remotely and accomplish work tracked by a ticketing system
• Ability to learn new tools as assigned as the technology landscape evolves
• Proven record of delivering projects on time and within scope

Preferred Qualifications:

• JIRA experience
• Confluence experience
• Hands-on experience with Azure or AWS
• A security certification, such as, CompTIA Security+
• Any additional relevant industry certifications are a plus

Benefits

Joining Avint is a win-win proposition! You will feel the personal touch of a small business and receive BIG business benefits. From competitive salaries, full health, to a new Open Time Off Policy and Federal Holidays. Additionally, we encourage every Avint employee to further their professional development. To assist you in achieving your goals, we offer reimbursement for courses, exams, and tuition. Interested in a class, conference, program, or degree? Avint will invest in YOU and your professional development!

Avint is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.