> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/278595-cyber-data-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/278595-cyber-data-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cyber Data Engineer - **Company:** D2 Technical Services, LLC - **Location:** Springfield, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $140,000.0 - $145,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Bash Shell, Command-Line Interface, Data Normalization, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), VMware ESX Servers, Hyper-V, Hypervisor, Python (Programming Language), Uptime, Citrix Systems, OpenStack, Windows PowerShell, ArcSight SIEM Tool, Security Information and Event Management, Xen Servers, Private Cloud Environment, Scripting, Computer Networking Systems, Load Balancing, Firewalls (Computer Science), Splunk, Vmware - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9c0cd48a0d3c869a ## About the Role Do you have experience in Windows?, 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, 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., * 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) ## Related Videos - [Our journey with Spring Boot in a microservice architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/511-our-journey-with-spring-boot-in-a-microservice-architecture) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) - [Generating code with Angular schematics](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/129-generating-code-with-angular-schematics) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Dev Digest 138 - Are you secure about this?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/486-dev-digest-138-are-you-secure-about-this)