Logging Solutions Engineer

4 weeks ago

Fairfax, United States BreakPoint Labs Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

This role involves defining standard logging formats, enforcing consistent logging configurations across multiple servers and hosts, and ensuring log data is effectively collected and forwarded to meet security and operational requirements within a DoD environment. The ideal candidate will work independently within a small team, while also engaging with system administrators and other stakeholders to ensure logging systems are optimized and meet organizational requirements for security auditing. This position is remote but preferred locations include the National Capital Region, Dayton, OH and Vicksburg, MS with 5% travel.  

Key Responsibilities:

  • Central Logging Configuration: Set up and maintain a central logging server that aggregates logs from multiple endpoints, ensuring secure and efficient log collection.
  • Endpoint Logging Solutions: Develop logging configuration standards for various endpoints (servers and hosts), ensuring all necessary logs are collected and forwarded correctly.
  • Log Event Standardization: Define, implement, and enforce consistent logging event formats across the infrastructure, ensuring compatibility and standardization across different systems.
  • Log Management: Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize logging systems to ensure high availability and performance of log collection and processing
  • Collaboration & Communication: Engage with system administrators and other stakeholders to understand technical requirements for logging, provide guidance on configuration, and communicate project status and updates.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Experience in configuring and managing central logging servers (e.g., ELK Stack, Graylog, Splunk) and endpoint logging solutions.
  • Deep understanding of logging protocols (e.g., Syslog, Windows Event Logs) and log forwarding mechanisms.
  • Ability to define and enforce standard logging event formats across diverse environments.
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills to diagnose issues in log collection and forwarding processes.
  • Ability to work independently, provide timely updates, and deliver results within a small team.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with system administrators and technical stakeholders.
  • Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) systems.
  • Experience with Graylog Enterprise.
  • Experience with Docker and Docker Compose.
  • Understanding of compliance requirements related to log management and retention.
  • Prior experience working in a customer-facing technical support role.
  • Experience with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
  • Experience with Git version control system.

Certifications: Security+ (If Candidate possesses all requirements, they may be allowed to obtain the Security+ Certificate within 90 days of employment)
Security Clearance: Top Secret
Education Level: Minimum High School Diploma

Company DescriptionBreakPoint Labs, a small business cybersecurity services firm, is dedicated to providing the methods and means for sustainable, measurable, and effective cybersecurity operations. Powered by highly motivated, experienced cybersecurity professionals with technical and scientific proficiency, BreakPoint Labs is developing and leveraging technology to enable a more secure cyberspace. With well-formed service delivery models in cybersecurity assessments, defensive cyber operations, research and development, and cybersecurity training, BreakPoint Labs supports a diverse customer base in addressing its most challenging problems in cyberspace.

BreakPoint Labs is constantly seeking enthusiastic cybersecurity professionals, either to exchange technical ideas and lessons learned or to potentially join the BreakPoint Labs Team. Through an established corporate culture, BreakPoint Labs embraces a highly technical, [geeky] workforce passionate about developing and leveraging technology to secure cyberspace.Company DescriptionBreakPoint Labs, a small business cybersecurity services firm, is dedicated to providing the methods and means for sustainable, measurable, and effective cybersecurity operations. Powered by highly motivated, experienced cybersecurity professionals with technical and scientific proficiency, BreakPoint Labs is developing and leveraging technology to enable a more secure cyberspace. With well-formed service delivery models in cybersecurity assessments, defensive cyber operations, research and development, and cybersecurity training, BreakPoint Labs supports a diverse customer base in addressing its most challenging problems in cyberspace.\r
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BreakPoint Labs is constantly seeking enthusiastic cybersecurity professionals, either to exchange technical ideas and lessons learned or to potentially join the BreakPoint Labs Team. Through an established corporate culture, BreakPoint Labs embraces a highly technical, [geeky] workforce passionate about developing and leveraging technology to secure cyberspace.

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