Cybersecurity Engineer

CyKor is a fast-growing Technology Solutions Provider to both federal and commercial clients. We attribute our continued growth to our core values, our professional team, and the valuable relationships with our clients. Our small and growing team fosters an environment in which each team member is respected, valued, and appreciated for their contributions.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

We are seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to support the installation, configuration, and operational standup of Cybersecurity appliances and tools in customer environments.

This role is critical to the success of a defense engagement supporting the Taiwan Cyber Command and is responsible for deploying, configuring, and validating cybersecurity infrastructure across a brownfield datacenter environment. The ideal candidate brings deep hands-on experience in network security engineering, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and vulnerability management - with a proven ability to operate in dynamic, overseas defense environments.

Lead the installation, configuration, and validation of Trellix NX network security appliances across 5 customer sites in Taiwan, ensuring proper communication with the customer Security Operations Center (SOC)
Install, configure, and tune an ISSE Nessus vulnerability scanning server; provide on-the-job training (OJT) to Taiwan Cyber Command personnel on its operation and us
Rack, stack, cable, and power on all hardware; document serial numbers, software versions, and VM inventory at each site
Coordinate with sub-contractors (Kaelix, Trellix) and customer stakeholders (PMW 740, Taiwan Cyber Command) to ensure seamless integration of all cybersecurity components
Develop and deliver comprehensive design documentation prior to implementation and as-built documentation upon project completion
Support the customer acceptance process, including preparation and execution of the formal acceptance documentation
Ensure remote accessibility of deployed environments for ongoing hardware and software support, subject to customer approval
Maintain compliance with all applicable security, safety, and building codes throughout the deployment lifecycle

Requirements
3-5+ years of experience installing or configuring cybersecurity tooling
Hands-on experience deploying and configuring Trellix (formerly FireEye) NX appliances or equivalent network detection and response (NDR) platforms
Proficiency with Tenable Nessus or equivalent vulnerability management platforms, including installation, tuning, and user training
Demonstrated experience understanding network fundamentals
Experience operating in brownfield/datacenter environments, integrating new equipment into existing infrastructure
Experience teaching cybersecurity fundamentals to others
Demonstrated ability to produce professional-grade technical documentation including design docs, as-builts, and configuration records
Ability to communicate in Chinese and clearly explain difficult cybersecurity concepts and/or ability to communicate at a pace that can be translated
Active Secret clearance; TS/SCI clearance preferred

Certifications
CompTIA Security+ is required; GIAC Security Essentials, Cisco CCNP or CCNA strongly preferred

Location and Travel:
Remote schedule with availability to travel and work domestically and on-site overseas in Taiwan for 1-2 week client engagements; a valid passport is required.