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Dean, Inc. - **Location:** Tysons, VA, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Issue Tracking Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), OSI Models, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Software, NetApp Applications, Windows PowerShell, Reverse Engineering, Security Information and Event Management, TCP/IP, Scripting, Malware, Firewalls (Computer Science), Azure Security Center, SC Clearance, Information Technology, Nessus, Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, Cisco, Qualys, Vulnerability Analysis, Vmware - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d19cc6601841a602 ## About the Role * Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements including U.S. citizenship for access to classified information: (Active Top-Secret Clearance Required with the ability to obtain TS/SCI with Poly Clearance.) * A Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, Engineering, or a related discipline with 0+ years of experience. * Experience with vulnerability scanners (preferably Nessus) and endpoint/cloud security tools. * Familiarity with RMF, NIST 800-53, or DISA STIG processes. * Ability to recognize common attack indicators, triage alerts, and escalate. * Exposure to Active Directory/GPOs or cloud security (Azure/AWS). * Experience with ticketing systems and reporting dashboards. * Basic scripting (PowerShell or Python) * TCP/IP, firewalls, VPNs, ports & protocols, OSI model, basic troubleshooting. * Vulnerability Scanning & Analysis - Familiarity with Nessus, Qualys, or Rapid7. * Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% of the time. Desired Skills * Security certifications such as Security+, SSCP, or CySA+, and relevant vendor certifications (e.g., VMware, Cisco, Microsoft, NetApp). * Understanding of Department of Defense standards and best practices. * Reverse Engineering or Malware Analysis Basics. * SIEM Experience - Splunk, Elastic, Microsoft Sentinel (searches, dashboards, alert triage). 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