Intrusion Detection Team Lead (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Intrusion Detection Team Lead (Cybersecurity): Leading a 2nd shift security operations team in identifying, analyzing, and remediating cyber threats with an accent on SIEM log analysis and network traffic examination. Focus on coordinating incident response, conducting intelligence analysis of TTPs, and providing actionable security briefings to leadership.

Location: Must be based in Washington, D.C. (Hybrid schedule, 2nd shift: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM Monday–Friday).

Salary: $108,310 – $150,000 Annually

Company

hirify.global is a technology services firm dedicated to transforming government IT through innovative solutions and mission-focused support.

What you will do

• Lead and collaborate with intrusion analysts to identify and remediate cyber threats.
• Provide timely, sanitized intelligence to incident response professionals.
• Conduct deep-dive intelligence analysis on hacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Perform advanced log and console event examination using SIEM tools.
• Research vulnerabilities and exploits to produce detailed security briefings for leadership.
• Assess client security posture by leveraging technical knowledge of network systems.

Requirements

• Must be based in Washington, D.C. for onsite work.
• Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of cybersecurity experience.
• 7+ years of experience in security intrusion detection and log analysis.
• At least 2 years of experience as a cybersecurity or SOC shift team leader.
• Advanced proficiency with Splunk SIEM, including creating complex queries.
• Strong experience with firewall ACLs, Snort-based IDS, Pcaps, and web server log analysis.

Culture & Benefits

• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and pet insurance.
• Training, education, and certification assistance programs.
• Corporate discounts and internal mobility opportunities.
• Collaborative team environment focused on meaningful government mission work.
• Flexible work environment with professional development platforms.

Hiring process

• Virtual video interview with hiring manager (camera must be on).
• Enhanced biometrics ID verification and background check (criminal/education/employment history).