Cyber Data Engineer

Build the infrastructure that keeps critical national security data flowing. You'll own the pipelines, systems, and integrations that power real cybersecurity investigations — and have the autonomy to solve complex engineering problems that actually matter.

Ingest, normalize, and manage event logs powering live security investigations.

Own Splunk, Elastic, or ArcSight deployments end-to-end — configs, patches, uptime.

Linux and Windows systems, hypervisors (ESXi, Hyper-V), and cloud assets.

Apply federal, DoD, and IC configuration standards across all managed systems.

• 5+ years in systems engineering or a similar infrastructure/ops role
• Advanced Linux proficiency — comfortable on the command line, can work through complex issues independently
• Strong networking fundamentals: DNS, DHCP, IPAM, load balancers, firewalls
• Hands-on hypervisor experience (VMware ESXi, Hyper-V, or Citrix XenServer)
• IAT II certification (or ability to obtain); CSSP Infrastructure Support cert required within 120 days of hire
• Proven root-cause analysis skills — you don't just fix symptoms, you find the source
• Excellent communication skills; comfortable working with both technical peers and non-technical stakeholders

• SIEM experience with Splunk, Elastic, or ArcSight
• Familiarity with Cribl for data aggregation and normalization
• Scripting in Python, Bash, or PowerShell
• Public cloud experience (AWS, GCP, Rackspace) or private cloud (VMware, OpenStack)

• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
• Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically $140-$145k. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.
• Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Accrued PTO, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and more!

D2 Technical Services is committed to a merit-based recruitment process and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.  As a Veteran-Owned Small Business, we particularly welcome applications from veterans who have the requisite skills and experience.  Job applicants that are interested in one of our openings and may require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, should contact us to request an accommodation.