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D2 Technical Services

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Cyber Data Engineer

Build and manage the infrastructure and data pipelines that power critical national security cybersecurity investigations. This includes end-to-end SIEM management, host and VM administration, and ensuring security compliance across all systems.

Springfield, Virginia, United StatesonsiteFULL_TIME

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About the role

What will you do at D2 Technical Services?

**ACTIVE TS/SCI SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED** 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. Linux / Windows SIEM (Splunk / Elastic) VMware / Hyper-V Networking & Firewalls Python / Bash Cloud (AWS) WHAT YOU'LL OWN Data Pipelines Ingest, normalize, and manage event logs powering live security investigations.

SIEM Management Own Splunk, Elastic, or ArcSight deployments end-to-end — configs, patches, uptime. Host & VM Administration Linux and Windows systems, hypervisors (ESXi, Hyper-V), and cloud assets. Security Compliance Apply federal, DoD, and IC configuration standards across all managed systems.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED * 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 BONUS POINTS * 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) Additional Information * 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.

Which skills does this role require?

LinuxWindowsHyper-VNetworkingFirewallsData PipelinesRoot-Cause AnalysisSecurity ComplianceTS/SCICyber Data EngineerVMware ESXiDNSDHCPIPAMLoad BalancersIAT IICSSPDoDICSystems EngineeringCloud Computing

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