Cybersecurity Engineer
Listed on 2026-06-05
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Systems Engineer
Location: Richmond, VA or Columbus, OH
Clearance: Active DoD Secret (required)
Employment Type: Full-Time – Contingent Upon Contract Award
About iP-Plus Consulting
iP-Plus Consulting is a mission-focused technology and cybersecurity services firm supporting Federal agencies across defense, logistics, and national security sectors. The company specializes in delivering cybersecurity engineering, information assurance, systems integration, and technology modernization solutions that protect critical infrastructure and enable secure mission operations.
Position OverviewiP-Plus Consulting is seeking experienced Cybersecurity Engineers to support an upcoming Federal cybersecurity technology program responsible for securing enterprise infrastructure and mission systems within a large federal operational environment.
The Cybersecurity Engineer 3 will support enterprise network defense capabilities through the implementation, configuration, and sustainment of Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS). This role focuses on threat detection engineering, signature development, and monitoring of network security infrastructure.
Key ResponsibilitiesSupport design, implementation, and sustainment of enterprise Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS).
Configure and maintain intrusion prevention tools including Trellix IPS Manager and Check Point IPS Blade
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Develop and maintain custom SNORT signatures to detect emerging cyber threats.
Analyze threat intelligence data and security events to improve detection capabilities.
Conduct testing and tuning of IDS/IPS rules to reduce false positives and improve detection accuracy.
Support enterprise network monitoring and threat analysis.
Assist with integration of IDS/IPS telemetry with SIEM and enterprise monitoring platforms
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Support documentation of security procedures and operational guidelines.
Provide recommendations for IDS/IPS architecture improvements and threat detection strategies.
Minimum Qualifications7+ years of relevant IT / cybersecurity experience
Must meet DoD 8570 / 8140 IAT Level III certification requirements
Must be eligible for IT Level I access
Experience with
Trellix IPS Manager
Experience with
Check Point IPS Blade
4+ years of experience developing custom SNORT signatures
Preferred SkillsExperience in enterprise network defense environments
Familiarity with advanced intrusion detection methodologies
This position is contingent upon contract award.
Employment is expected to begin upon successful award and funding of the program.
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