This role is part of a proposal submission. All offers of employment are conditional and subject to the awarding of the contract. The company reserves the right to modify, delay, or cancel the recruitment process based on the outcome of the award.

Cybersecurity Engineer 1 – WAF / F5

· Location: Onsite – Columbus, OH or Richmond, VA

· Job Type: W-2

· Shift: Full-time; specific work schedule to be confirmed

· Pay Range: Up to $140,000

· Security Clearance: Active Top Secret (TS) required, pending confirmation

· Travel Requirements: TBD

Ryan Consulting Group, Inc. is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer 1 – WAF / F5 to provide cybersecurity engineering, web application firewall administration, and operational support for the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). The role is responsible for administering and sustaining F5 web application firewall (WAF) and application security solutions, configuring and tuning security policies and signatures, troubleshooting application security controls, and supporting the integration of cybersecurity infrastructure.

Key responsibilities include:

· Administer, maintain, and support F5 web application firewall (WAF) and application security solutions.

· Configure, manage, and tune application security policies and signatures to support enterprise application protection.

· Analyze cybersecurity requirements and recommend appropriate web application security controls.

· Troubleshoot web application firewall functionality, security policies, and application protection mechanisms.

· Support the integration of F5 application security solutions with enterprise cybersecurity infrastructure.

· Evaluate and maintain application security configurations to support operational and security requirements.

· Assist with identifying and resolving issues affecting web application security and infrastructure performance.

· Support ongoing cybersecurity engineering, administration, and sustainment activities within DoD environments.

· Must be a U.S. citizen.

· Minimum seven (7) years of relevant IT experience.

· Experience administering and maintaining web application firewall and application security technologies.

· Experience supporting cybersecurity infrastructure, security control integration, and application protection.

· Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance required at the time of proposal submission, pending confirmation of the conflicting clearance language in the source requirements.

· Must meet IT-I Critical Sensitive / Tier 5 (T5) security investigation requirements at the time of proposal submission.

· Must satisfy both of the following Department of Defense Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) qualifications at the Intermediate level:

o Primary: DCWF 521 – Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support Specialist.

o Secondary: DCWF 441 – Network Operations Specialist.

· Candidates may satisfy each DCWF qualification through an approved education, training, or certification pathway, as applicable under DoDM 8140.03.

· Qualifying education, training, or certifications must be recognized for the applicable DCWF work role and proficiency level. A credential that qualifies for both roles may potentially satisfy both requirements.

· Must be able to work onsite at the DLA facility in Columbus, OH or Richmond, VA, unless an alternate worksite is authorized.

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience administering F5 Advanced WAF and/or Application Security Manager (ASM) in enterprise environments.

· Experience supporting application security and protection within DoD environments.

· Knowledge of HTTP/TLS analysis, network traffic analysis, and application security technologies.

Certification Requirements

The following certification is mandatory and must be held at the time of submission:

· F5 Certified Technology Specialist – Application Security Manager (ASM)

Candidates must also satisfy the DCWF 521 and 441 Intermediate-level qualifications described above. These workforce qualifications do not necessarily require separate certifications when an approved education or training pathway is satisfied.

Benefits at RYAN

RYAN offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Some benefits may vary by contract.

· Paid Holidays (varies by contract)

· Paid Time Off (PTO)

· Bereavement, Military, and Parental Leave

· 401(k) or Roth Retirement Plan with Employer Matching

· Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

· Health Savings Account (with employer contribution)

· Group Term Life Insurance

· Pet Insurance

· Employee Discount Perks

· Voluntary Life Insurance

· Short- and Long-Term Disability

· Accident, Cancer, and Critical Illness Insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:

Ryan Consulting Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, compensation, benefits, and termination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Ryan Consulting Group, Inc. is also committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability in the application process, please contact humanresources@consultrcg.com.

Drug-Free Workplace Statement:

Ryan Consulting Group, Inc. is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace, in compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, which is a requirement for all federal contractors. We recognize the impact that drug and alcohol abuse can have on the safety, health, and productivity of our workforce, and we are dedicated to providing a drug-free workplace. All employment offers are conditional upon successfully passing a drug screening.

Pay Transparency Statement:

Ryan Consulting Group, Inc. complies with all relevant pay transparency laws in each state and jurisdiction where we operate. This includes providing salary ranges and pay data in compliance with state or local regulations where applicable. We also ensure that employees and applicants in relevant states are informed of their right to inquire about pay information as required by state or local laws. Employees and applicants in states where pay transparency laws are in effect can expect to be provided with salary information upon request during the hiring process.