Cyber Security Engineer
First seen by Alion on Sep 2, 2026.
Description :
Key Responsibilities :
- Deploy, configure, and maintain Arbor DDoS solutions (Sightline, TMS, SP/TMS, APS, etc.).
- Monitor network traffic patterns to detect and mitigate DDoS attacks in real time.
- Fine-tune mitigation policies and rules to ensure maximum protection with minimal false positives.
- Integrate Arbor DDoS systems with other SIEM, IDS/IPS, and security infrastructure.
- Utilize Arbor ATLAS threat intelligence for proactive defense strategies.
- Conduct traffic analysis to identify vulnerabilities and potential attack vectors.
- Provide incident response support during security events related to DDoS or network anomalies.
- Generate regular reports on threat landscape, mitigation effectiveness, and system health.
- Collaborate with the NOC, SOC, and IT teams to ensure alignment on mitigation protocols.
- Support upgrades, patches, and performance tuning for Arbor systems.
Required Skills & Qualifications :
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in network security, with a focus on DDoS protection.
- Strong hands-on experience with Arbor Networks DDoS mitigation tools (Sightline, TMS, APS, etc.).
- Solid understanding of TCP/IP, BGP, DNS, and general networking protocols.
- Experience in traffic analysis, threat hunting, and mitigation strategy development.
- Familiarity with SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar, etc.) and IDS/IPS systems.
- Knowledge of security incident handling and response frameworks.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CEH, CCNA Security, GCIH, or Arbor-certified credentials) are a plus.
Preferred :
- Experience working with ISPs, telecom, or data center environments.
- Experience with Cloud DDoS solutions (Cloudflare, Akamai, AWS Shield) is an added advantage.
- Exposure to scripting (Python, Bash) for automation and reporting.
Skills
Security, Cyber Security, DoS/DDoS, Threat Detection, Security Operations Center, Wallstreet TMS, ArcSight, APS Implementation