Avint is hiring a Cybersecurity Analyst to support and protect critical enterprise systems and data. In this role, you’ll be part of a high-performing team responsible for monitoring security tools, analyzing threats, and supporting incident response and system hardening efforts. You’ll work at the intersection of security operations, infrastructure, and compliance, helping ensure systems are secure, resilient, and aligned with federal cybersecurity requirements.
Requirements
- Expertise with endpoint protection tools (Qualys, Palo Alto XDR, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint)
- Experience with log/data platforms (Splunk, Guardium, VMware, Cribl)
- Hands-on experience with Ansible Playbooks for automation and syslog collection
- Strong knowledge of access management and authentication technologies (F5, PIV, VLDAP)
- Proficiency in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and Citrix environments
- Experience troubleshooting syslog feeds, log parsing, and forwarding
- Familiarity with Microsoft security tools (O365 G5, MCAS, DLP)
- Knowledge of federal IT security requirements and compliance frameworks
- Experience with hybrid cloud and on-prem enterprise environments
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- Ability to plan, test, and scale high-availability deployments
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Security certifications preferred
- Public Trust clearance or higher (or ability to obtain)
- Preferred: IRS or Department of Treasury experience
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, a unique 401K plan, and generous PTO 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.
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