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# Information Assurance Engineer

- **Company:** Apogee, Inc.
- **Location:** Joint Base Andrews, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Databases, Database Development, R (Programming Language), Identity and Access Management, Information Technology Operations, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Intrusion Detection Systems, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Machine Learning, Network Forensics, Windows PowerShell, Power BI, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, Tableau (Software), Technical Data Management Systems, Wireshark, Snort (Software), Scripting, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Data Analytics, Non-relational Database
- **Published:** October 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=36793e6a5ce33ca6

## About the Role

Minimum Experience:
Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain a TS/SCI level clearance
Education:BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field
Years of Experience: Five (5) years of experience in information assurance, cybersecurity, network defense, or IT systems analysis
Technical Experience:

 * Familiarity with intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), firewalls, and network traffic analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark, Snort).
 * Strong understanding of incident response processes, threat detection methodologies, and cyber threat intelligence.
 * Experience with database development, management, and data collection systems (SQL, relational/non-relational databases).
 * Proficiency in data analytics and statistical analysis tools/techniques (e.g., Excel, Python, R, Power BI, Tableau).
 * Scripting/automation experience (Python, PowerShell, Bash) to support data collection, analysis, and reporting efficiency.
 * Working knowledge of risk management frameworks (RMF, NIST SP 800-53, FISMA) and information assurance best practices.
 * Demonstrated experience monitoring and analyzing network/security event data within a Security Operations Center (SOC) or GSOC environment.
 * Experience conducting data analysis using statistical techniques to identify trends, anomalies, and patterns in large/complex data sets.
 * Experience developing reports, dashboards, or briefings for technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership.
 * Current DoD 8570/8140-compliant certification (or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe), such as Security+ CE or equivalent IAT/IAM Level II certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Advanced certification such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, GCIH, or CySA+.
 * Experience supporting DoD, Intelligence Community, or other federal GSOC/SOC operations.
 * Familiarity with SLC3S-A or similar command, control, communications, and systems (C3S) environments.
 * Experience with cloud security monitoring (AWS, Azure, or GovCloud environments).
 * Prior experience preparing after-action reports and briefings for senior government/military leadership.
 * Experience with machine learning or advanced analytics techniques applied to cybersecurity data sets.

## Description

To support cybersecurity and IT operations by transforming raw data into actionable insight that drives effective, practical IT resolution decisions. The successful candidate will conduct full lifecycle analysis of IT trends across SLC3S-A systems, leveraging a variety of network databases, and will serve as a key contributor to the Global Security Operations Center (GSOC), supporting incident monitoring, detection, response, and after-action reporting., * Interpret data into information, information into insight, and insight into effective and practical IT resolution decisions.

 * Conduct full lifecycle analysis of IT trends (e.g., SLC3S-A systems) based on a variety of network databases.
 * Develop analysis and reporting capabilities to support operational decision-making.
 * Interpret data and analyze results using statistical techniques; provide ongoing, recurring reports to leadership and stakeholders.
 * Develop and implement databases, data collection systems, data analytics, and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality.
 * Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets.
 * Monitor, analyze, detect, and respond to incidents and activities identified by the GSOC.
 * Collect information and data to identify, analyze, and report events and incidents to the GSOC that may impact SLC3S-A systems.
 * Respond within 15 minutes to crisis and urgent situations occurring during duty hours; support mitigation of immediate and potential threats.
 * Perform data collection and cyber analysis to execute response, mitigation, and after-action reporting tasks for senior leaders.
 * Provide analytical support, as needed, for projects and systems to ensure effective operation of cyber capabilities