Senior Cybersecurity Incident Response Administrator

Company: JANUS Research Group
Location: Radford
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

This position is contingent upon contract award. Candidates must have an active Secret clearance and verify, before applying, that you meet the minimum requirements of the position. JANUS Research Group is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Incident Response Administrator to support the IT Services and Support (ITSS) requirements for the U.S. Army Product Lead Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology Enterprise Systems and Services (PL ALTESS) requirement, in support of the Program Executive Office Enterprise (PEO Enterprise) in Radford, VA. The Senior Cybersecurity Incident Response Administrator will be responsible for managing Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems, including deploying, installing, managing infrastructure, and monitoring events in accordance with Army Business System Log Data Policy and other DoD/Army requirements. The role involves creating SIEM dashboards to display clear and concise visualizations of security-related events, enabling the detection of anomalies and investigation of threats in near real-time. The engineer will monitor SIEM dashboards to detect threats and anomalies, investigate events, and escalate as necessary. Additionally, the role includes assessing and developing reporting requirements to support audits and security controls, providing Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) support, and monitoring DoD and Army web application security standards and best practices. The engineer will review Army Cyber Tasking Orders (CTOs), coordinate with Army Cyber Security Service Providers, participate in SW Assurance reviews, and evaluate Information Systems Design Plans for compliance with relevant security regulations, policies, and best industry practices. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Cybersecurity Certification (such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)/Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP)/Security/Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH/etc.) Active DoD Secret Security Clearance. 10 or more years? experience with Cybersecurity and Incident Response or related areas Extensive experience managing Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems, including getting relevant data into the SIEM. Proficiency in creating and managing SIEM dashboards for security event visualization. Strong ability to monitor and investigate security events and anomalies. g) Experience in developing reporting requirements for audits and security controls. Knowledge of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and managing SSL/TLS certificates. Familiarity with DoD and Army web application security standards and best practices. Ability to review and respond to Army Cyber Tasking Orders (CTOs). Experience coordinating with Cyber Security Service Providers for audit logs and incident response. Participation in SW Assurance reviews for application audit log validation. Ability to review and evaluate Information Systems Design Plans and related documents for security compliance. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent years of experience. Familiarity with Army enterprise monitoring tools and practices. Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Excellent communication and coordination skills. Experience with incident response activities. Knowledge of engineering change proposals and configuration management. Understanding of Continuity of Operation Plans and Communication Plans. Experience with security regulations and best industry practices. Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with various stakeholders. JANUS strives to provide opportunities for career growth through training and development. We also offer an attractive comprehensive benefit package to include health and welfare plans and financial products. As part of a total rewards program, employees can benefit from our referral bonus program, and other various employee awards. JANUS Research Group takes pride in our benefit package and rewards program which has earned us the certification of a Great Place to Work ? JANUS Research Group provides reasonable accommodation so that qualified applicants with a disability may participate in the selection process. Please advise us of any accommodations you request to express interest in a position by e-mailing: Judy Pagac, Chief Human Resources Officer at judy.pagac@janusresearch.com or calling (706) 364-9100. Please state your request for assistance in your message. Only reasonable accommodation requests related to applying for a specific position within JANUS Research Group will be reviewed at the e-mail address and phone number supplied. Thank you for considering a career with JANUS Research Group. JANUS Research Group participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click the E-Verify link below for more information. E-Verify JANUS Research Group is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer. It is company policy to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment practice without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, citizenship, or disability. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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