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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cyber Security Analyst- Engineer - **Company:** Savannah River National Laboratory - **Location:** Aiken, SC, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Intrusion Detection Systems, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Key Management, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Information and Event Management, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Splunk, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** August 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88104708/1 ## About the Role * Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) in a relevant field of study and 7-9 years of direct professional cybersecurity and cyber engineering experience. * Certifications: Must hold at least 1 general cybersecurity certification (e.g., CISSP, Security+) AND 1 technical certification (e.g., GCIH, CEH, Splunk/Tenable certified). * Thorough understanding of the cyber engineering discipline and a foundational understanding of adjacent IT and engineering disciplines. * Deep understanding of security architectures, encryption standards, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and network security protocols. * Hands-on experience applying and enforcing STIGs and SRGs. * Proficiency with enterprise cyber tools for vulnerability assessments, SIEM (e.g., Splunk), endpoint protection, and security frameworks. * Tooling Maintenance & Support: Maintain and support core cyber security toolsets, ensuring their effective operation, health, and policy alignment across the enterprise. * Strong understanding of risk management concepts and familiarity with cloud security principles. * Due to federal security requirements, U.S. Citizenship is legally required. * Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance., * Advanced understanding of implementing NIST SP 800-53 Controls * Current or former experience within the Department of Energy (DOE) complex or a federal contractor cybersecurity technical environment. * Practical experience designing or implementing Zero Trust Architecture or innovative solutions that advance the state of the art. * Active Splunk or Tenable (ACAS) certifications. * Demonstrated ability to rapidly learn and integrate new technologies, concepts, and technical processes. * Active DOE (Q or L) security clearance. ## Description Positions focused on leading, advancing, developing, and applying science, technology, engineering, information technology, and research and development, to anticipate, innovate, and deliver solutions to Laboratory missions. These positions may involve discovery, design, and development of innovative solutions which advance the state of the art. 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