Full-Time

Cyber Security Threat Engineer

Comtech

Comtech

51-200 employees

Full-service IT solutions for government contracts

No salary listed

Washington, DC, USA

In Person

Category
IT & Security (2)
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Required Skills
TCP/IP
LDAP
Computer Networking
Vulnerability Analysis
Linux/Unix

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Requirements
  • Technical experience in cyber security, information assurance, network security, computer information systems, computer science, or management information systems
  • Knowledge and experience with Anti-Virus, Intrusion Detection Systems, Firewalls, Active Directory, Vulnerability Assessment tools and other security tools found in large network environments; along with experience working with Security Information and Event Management (SEIM) solutions
  • Understanding of common network services (DNS, web, mail, FTP, etc.), network vulnerabilities, and network attack patterns
  • Understanding and familiarity with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems
  • Familiarity with intrusion detection / protection, firewalls, and anti-virus systems
  • Knowledge and experience of managing network protocols
  • Microsoft and Linux hosting and systems Administration experience.
Responsibilities
  • Cyber Threat Engineer will work on all systems and/or projects within the organization responsible for providing Cyber Security Threat detection utilizing network and host based Computer Security tools, appliances, and end products
  • Perform analysis of all security systems log files, review, and keep track of triggered events, research current and future cyber threats, reconcile correlated cyber security events, develop, and modify new and current cyber security correlation rule sets, and operate security equipment and technology
  • Document security incidents as identified in the incident response rules and escalate to management as required
  • Monitor key security infrastructure elements, identify security events, perform analysis, and initiate response activities
  • Perform packet analysis by identifying malformed packets and the payload of the packet
  • Integrate security products, including designs for all organizational networks as well as designing, engineering, planning, integrating, configuring, testing, and deploying
  • Maintain system baselines and configuration management items, including security event monitoring "policies" in a manner determined by the program management
  • Provide documentation and interaction with other analysts and Operations and Maintenance (O&M) personnel to ensure a complete and functioning system that meets requirements
  • Perform software testing (patches, other updates)
  • Troubleshoot OSI layer and TCP/IP related problems.

Comtech provides a full range of IT solutions for the Civilian Federal Government, the Department of Defense, and other Agencies, with a focus on the finance and medical sectors to help meet regulatory requirements while reducing costs and boosting agility. It delivers tailored IT services through skilled staff and contract-focused project execution, guided by an ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management System and a dedicated Quality Assurance Manager to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery. The company differentiates itself through its award-winning, customer-oriented approach and a formal QA framework that emphasizes process-driven delivery and compliance for government and regulated contracts. Its goal is to offer reliable, compliant, and cost-efficient IT solutions that improve government operations and strategic flexibility.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

1998

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • June 2026 bookings reached $70.5 million, with funded backlog at $696.1 million.
  • Fifth straight quarter of positive operating cash flow ended April 30, 2026.
  • July 2026 prepayments and covenant relief reduce near-term refinancing pressure through 2027.

What critics are saying

  • June 2026 sales fell 16.4%; net loss hit $14.3 million.
  • Debt remains heavy despite July 2026 amendments and $10.0 million advance payment.
  • The Gilat sale strips most satellite operations, leaving execution risk concentrated in Allerium.

What makes Comtech unique

  • Federal communications and IT contracts across civilian agencies and defense customers.
  • Allerium and satellite systems create cross-sell opportunities in NG-911 and secure networking.
  • Matt Bugbee joined June 2025 to accelerate federal civilian growth and partnerships.

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Benefits

Remote Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Stock Options

Company Equity

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Phone/Internet Stipend

Home Office Stipend

Conference Attendance Budget

Professional Development Budget

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

Employee Discounts

Relocation Assistance

Commuter Benefits

Student Loan Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Certification Support

Mentorship Program

Training Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Meal Benefits

Employee Referral Bonus

Gym Membership

Pet Insurance

Bereavement Leave

Company News

GovCon Wire
Jun 25th, 2025
Matt Bugbee Joins Comtech as Chief Growth Officer

Matt Bugbee joins Comtech as chief growth officer.