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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Cyber Threat Operations Engineer - **Company:** Umbra Lab, Inc. - **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $160,000.0 - $200,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Intrusion Detection Systems, Security Information and Event Management, Software Vulnerability Management, Cyber Threat Analysis, Information Technology, Cybercrime, Cyber Warfare - **Published:** June 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8994302/senior-cyber-threat-operations-engineer ## About the Role The ideal candidate will possess a wealth of experience in cyber operations, a profound grasp of threat intelligence, and strong critical thinking skills to address intricate security challenges. If you are enthusiastic about cybersecurity and eager to contribute significantly to the advancement of secure satellite technology, we would love to hear from you!, * 5-8+ years of experience in cyber threat operations or related experience in the cybersecurity domain. * Technical degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. * Proven experience with incident response, threat hunting, and vulnerability management. * Strong understanding of security frameworks, protocols, and practices. * Expertise in using security tools such as DLP, UEBA, SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection solutions. * Ability to conduct in-depth threat analysis and communicate findings effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance. Applicants must be U.S. citizens to obtain and maintain a security clearance., * 12+ years of experience in cyber threat operations or related experience in the cybersecurity domain. * Experience in a space or defense-related organization. * Knowledge of current cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and countermeasures specific to the satellite industry. * Relevant industry certifications such as PMRP, PNPT, OSCP, or SANS certifications are a plus. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail. * Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment while also being able to work independently. * Active TS/SCI security clearance. ## Description * Spearhead the development of Umbra's Defensive Cyber Operations and Continuous Monitoring capabilities. * Enhance our capacity to ensure trustworthiness through the ongoing monitoring of both signature and behavioral indicators within our operational divisions on a daily basis. * Assist in advancing threat hunting and detection engineering capabilities across all operational segments, as well as oversee the resources required for any necessary defensive actions and responses. * Manage resources required for any necessary defensive actions, ensuring timely and effective responses to mitigate the impact of any detected cyber threats. * Analyze cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and risks to the organization's networks, identifying emerging threats and recommending preventive or remedial actions. * Partner with engineers, analysts, and other stakeholders to align cybersecurity strategies with overall business objectives and ensure systems are protected against evolving cyber threats. * Work to create and continuously improve processes and security measures designed to prevent, detect, and respond to cyber incidents, ensuring an agile and adaptive cybersecurity posture. * Lead incident response efforts and conduct root cause analysis following cyber incidents to identify improvements and prevent recurrence. * Continuously monitor trends in cybersecurity, including evolving attack vectors, new vulnerabilities, and emerging technologies, and apply this knowledge to improve Umbra's security posture. * Maintain comprehensive documentation related to threat analysis, incident response, and security posture, and present findings to senior leadership to inform decision-making. * Other professional duties as assigned. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Fighting the Next Wave of Cybercrime](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100331-fighting-the-next-wave-of-cybercrime) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) - [Deep Fakes: The Lies We Can’t See](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1187-deep-fakes-the-lies-we-can-t-see) ## 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) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [6 Emerging Technologies We’ll Learn About in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/381-6-emerging-technologies-we-ll-learn-about-in-2025)