Engineer, Cyber Security II

Location: Columbia

Duties:

Implements, maintains and monitors security systems that are used for the protection of computer systems, networks, and data. Assists in the design of systems security infrastructure and provide technical security guidance as needed for projects. Develops and documents standard operating procedures and work instructions. Configures and troubleshoot security infrastructure devices. Assists in the development of technical solutions to help mitigate security vulnerabilities and mitigate associated risks.

• 25% Implements, maintains and monitors security systems/tools that are used for the protection of computer systems, networks, and data. Configures and troubleshoot security infrastructure devices and security tools. Ensures proper security tools are being used effectively.
• 25% Assists in the design of systems security infrastructure and provide technical security guidance as needed for projects. Researches, designs, and advocates new technologies, infrastructure, architectures, and security products that will support security requirements for the enterprise and its customers, business partners, and vendors. Performs capacity and future growth planning of the enterprise security infrastructure to ensure a highly available security environment.
• 20% Develops and documents standard operating procedures and work instructions. Evaluates and recommends procedures and processes for the prevention, detection, containment and correction of information security breaches. Analyzes business impact and exposure based on security threats, vulnerabilities, and risks. Advises management and users regarding security procedures.
• 20% Performs system monitoring evaluations and audits to ensure compliance with the corporate security policies and standards. Communicates security risks and solutions to business partners and appropriate IT staff as needed. Provides direct support and guidance for security related issues.
• 10% Assists in the development of technical solutions to help mitigate security vulnerabilities and mitigate associated risks. Evaluates products and/or procedures to enhance productivity and effectiveness of information security across the organization.

The Cyber Security AI Specialist will design, implement, and govern advanced AI-enabled security capabilities that predict and neutralize unknown threats in real time. This includes building defensive AI architecture to automate alert triage and applying adversarial machine learning to detect synthetic attacks that mimic legitimate behavior. The role will also enhance behavioral analytics to identify insider threats and zero-day exploits, establish policy frameworks for secure generative AI adoption, and support incident response by mapping attacker movement in real time.

This position strengthens both proactive defense and operational resilience while enabling secure innovation.

Skills:

Required

Skills and Abilities:

Strong data analysis and correlation abilities. Strong knowledge of enterprise data architecture, systems engineering and data communications as applied to the automated storage and retrieval of information, using multiple platforms and protocols with the inherent security risks of each. Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. Strong understanding of the organization's goals and objectives. Expertise with threat analysis risk management, configuration management, business continuity and contingency planning.

Strong knowledge of administrative, procedural and technical controls used to reduce security risks. Ability to troubleshoot multi-vendor Security issues. Strong organizational, interpersonal and oral communication skills. Advanced proficiency in network troubleshooting, diagnostic root cause analysis. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent attention to detail.

Required Software and Other Tools:
Advanced proficiency with applicable IT Security tools (software and hardware). Microsoft Office.

Work Environment:
Fast paced, multi-platformed environment which may require action and response 24X7 to support the technical business needs of the customer.

Machine learning and deep learning fundamentals

Programming skills in Python and scripting languages

Understanding of adversarial attacks and AI model security

Cloud platforms and secure deployment practices

Schedule Notes:

IS

• NO SUBCONTRACTOR CANDIDATES
• Information Systems Job Category - Credit Check must be processed during pre-screens.

Required

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or other job related degree. or 4 years of job related work experience or 2 years of job related experience plus an associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or other job related degree.

Required

Work Experience:

6 years of job related technical experience.

Contract

C2 Eligibility is Required

Partial Onsite:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Onsite and as Needed

Interviews:
In Person preferred - Remote ok

Hours:

8AM - 5PM - M-F -…