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Junior Cybersecurity Engineer

Security EngineerSecurity EngineerFull TimeRemoteTeam 1-10H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

102 days ago

Salary

$80K - $90K / year

Bachelor Degree0.2 yrs expEnglishCyber SecurityFirewalls

Job Description

• Assist in gathering, organizing, and maintaining documentation for security authorization packages • Support the development and upkeep of System Security Plans (SSPs) • Help track and document Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M) • Participate in security control assessments (SCA) under the guidance of senior staff • Assist in vulnerability scanning, tracking, and basic analysis • Maintain and update various security compliance documents • Collect and organize evidence for security controls implementation • Support continuous monitoring (ConMon) tasks to maintain system authorization • Participate in security meetings, working groups, and status reviews • Learn and apply the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) to real-world projects • Assist in preparing basic security documentation , reports, and checklists • Support system inventory maintenance and asset management • Help track security metrics and contribute to report generation • Assist with basic security testing activities under supervision

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
  • 0–2 years of experience in cybersecurity, information technology, or related areas
  • CompTIA Security+ certification (or the ability to obtain it within 6 months of hire)
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
  • Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and concepts
  • Familiarity with NIST frameworks and standards, such as NIST 800-53
  • General knowledge of security controls, risk management, and compliance processes
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate documentation
  • Good organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Basic technical writing and documentation skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to follow detailed instructions and standard operating procedures
  • Demonstrated aptitude for learning and applying new concepts and technologies
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Team-oriented mindset and willingness to collaborate
  • Basic understanding of networking concepts (e.g., IP addresses, firewalls, protocols)
  • Strong desire and willingness to learn cybersecurity compliance frameworks and technologies

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

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