Cybersecurity Engineer (26-051)

Colorado Springs , United States
On-site

AI overview

The role involves tuning cybersecurity tools, creating custom dashboards, and integrating security products to enhance system performance and threat detection.


Who is Trace3?

Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate.

Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it!

Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1,200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Francisco.  

Ready to discover the possibilities that live in technology?

 

Come Join Us!

Street-Smart Thriving in Dynamic Times

We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the “big picture.” We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems.

Juice - The “Stuff” it takes to be a Needle Mover

We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title, empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal, mentally mapping out every checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like.

Teamwork - Humble, Hungry and Smart

We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission. We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where it’s due and demonstrate transparency. We “bring the weather” by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures – not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us.


 

 

**TS/SCI REQUIRED - on site at Schriever SFB

JOB SUMMARY:

The Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for tuning and optimizing cybersecurity tools, including ESS, Elastic, ConfigOS, and Tanium, to enhance system performance and threat detection capabilities. This role creates custom dashboards to visualize security data for rapid identification of issues and trends, integrates security products to ensure seamless communication and data flow across the infrastructure, and troubleshoots and resolves tool-related issues. The engineer manages upgrades and deployments to implement the latest features and security patches, configures and runs scripted audit tools, and supports system administration activities across Windows and RHEL environments. Additionally, the role requires knowledge of Software Assurance (SwA) static and dynamic code analysis tools, such as Fortify, to support secure operations.

 

  • Integrating various security products to ensure seamless communication and data flow across the infrastructure.
  • Tuning and optimizing cybersecurity tools such as ESS, Elastic, ConfigOS, and Tanium to enhance system performance and threat detection capabilities.
  • Creating custom dashboards to visualize security data for quick identification of issues and trends.
  • Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to cybersecurity tools.
  • Managing upgrades and deployments to ensure the latest features and security patches are implemented effectively.
  • Configuring, running, and scripting audit tools.

 

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

  • Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility clearance required to start.
  • IAT Level II / IAM Level I DoD 8570 certification (Sec+ CE or similar).
  • Windows / RHEL system administration experience, including installing, tuning, and troubleshooting cyber tools such as ESS/HBSS, ConfigOS, and Splunk/Elastic.
  • Knowledge of Software Assurance (SwA) static and dynamic code analysis (e.g., Fortify).
  • OS: Windows, RHEL
  • Cyber Tools: ESS/HBSS, Elastic, ConfigOS, Tanium, Splunk
  • Scripting: Experience configuring, running, and scripting audit tools
  • Software Assurance: Static and dynamic code analysis (e.g., Fortify)

 

EDUCATION/YOE:  

  • Bachelors with  5+ or Master with  3+ Years of Experience

LOCATION: Full Time/ On-Site at Schriever AFB in Colorado Springs, CO

CLEARANCE REQUIRMENT: Top Secret/SCI Required

DOD 8570 REQUIREMENT: IAT - Level II

SALARY RANGE:  $105,000 - $127,000

 

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base salary.
Estimated Pay Range
$105,000$127,000 USD

The Perks

  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Training and development programs
  • Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages
  • Collaborative and cool culture
  • Work-life balance and generous paid time off

 

Our Commitment

At the core of Trace3's DNA is our people. We are a diverse group of talented individuals who understand the importance of teamwork and demonstrating leadership, character, and passion in all that we do.

We’re committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to grow. We recognize that embracing diversity drives innovation, improves outcomes, fosters collaboration, boosts teammate satisfaction, and builds a more inclusive culture.

As an equal opportunity employer, Trace3 bases all employment decisions based on individual qualifications, merit, and business requirements. We do not engage in discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Any demographic information provided is strictly voluntary, kept confidential in accordance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations, and will not be used in employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, or mentorship programs. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or participate in an interview, please email [email protected].

 

***To all recruitment agencies: Trace3 does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Trace3 employees or any other company location. Trace3 is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
  • Other Benefit: Training and development programs
  • Paid Time Off: Work-life balance and generous paid time off

Trace3 is an elite technology consultancy empowering organizations with IT solutions for total transformation and innovation in a rapidly changing tech landscape.

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$105,000 – $127,000 per year
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