Security Infrastructure Support SIEM & Data Pipeline Technical Lead/SME

Job Summary:
Our client is seeking a Security Infrastructure Support – SIEM & Data Pipeline Technical Lead / SME to join their team! This position is located in Bethesda, Maryland. 
 
Duties:

• Lead the architecture, design, and deployment of SIEM and log management solutions across enterprise environments
• Develop, implement, and maintain secure and efficient data pipelines to aggregate, normalize, and enrich log data from multiple sources
• Oversee integration between on-premise and cloud environments to ensure complete visibility of security events
• Manage data flow, transformation, and correlation logic to support incident detection and response
• Develop scripts and automation processes: Python, JavaScript, or similar to streamline log ingestion, normalization, and monitoring
• Implement and manage CI/CD processes and DevOps practices to support repeatable, reliable pipeline deployments
• Serve as a subject matter expert for cybersecurity data architecture, assisting in the development of data dictionaries, dashboards, and reports
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and federal stakeholders to align with CDM and NIST cybersecurity compliance frameworks
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and analysts
• Communicate complex security and data concepts effectively to both technical and executive audiences

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field
• 10+ years of experience designing, installing, maintaining, and supporting enterprise IT systems
• 5+ years at the Senior Engineer level or higher in infrastructure or cybersecurity roles
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with cybersecurity tools or SIEM implementation and administration
• Strong experience in hybrid, on-prem + cloud, environments and cloud security operations: AWS, Azure, O365
• Expertise with SIEM solutions, log collection tools, and data transformation/normalization techniques
• Deep understanding of log formats: CEF, LEEF, JSON, XML, data enrichment, and event correlation
• Proficiency with CI/CD tools, DevOps pipelines, and automation scripting: Python, JavaScript
• Strong query-writing abilities using SPL or SQL
• Demonstrated ability to explain complex data and security concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
• Familiarity with data governance, MITRE ATT&CK, and federal cybersecurity frameworks: FISMA, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-92, OMB M-21-31, CDM
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Experience collaborating with third-party vendors and cross-functional federal or enterprise teams

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
• Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP)
• 401K offered

The approximate pay range for this position is between $90.00 and $130.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.