SIEM Engineer (TS/SCI) — Onsite at Fort Meade, MD

About the Role

SMX is seeking a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Engineer to design, implement, and manage SIEM environments that enable real-time security visibility. This role supports data analytics, security operations, and mission assurance across Army Intelligence security domains under the Cybersecurity Director’s guidance.

Responsibilities

• Implement, configure, and maintain SIEM infrastructure to ensure stability and reliable performance
• Onboard new data sources and integrate them into the SIEM environment
• Optimize search queries, dashboards, and reporting to improve detection and operational workflows
• Verify solutions and configurations meet security standards and compliance requirements
• Support ICS 500-27 audit compliance and maintain audit readiness
• Collaborate with security analysts and architects to deliver data solutions for critical systems
• Ensure the integrity, security, and proper access controls of SIEM systems

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance (per position requirements)
• Experience implementing and administering SIEM platforms (configuration, tuning, and maintenance)
• Strong knowledge of SIEM data onboarding, query optimization, and reporting/dashboard development
• Ability to support compliance and audit processes, including ICS 500-27
• Experience working in security-focused environments with requirements for security standards alignment

Benefits

• Opportunity to support mission-critical security monitoring and operational visibility
• Collaborative environment with analysts and technical architects
• Work onsite at Fort Meade with a focus on secure, compliant SIEM operations