Associate Computer Security Engineer - Cyber Monitoring
About The Position
Seeking a motivated and detail-oriented entry-level Cyber Security Professional to join our Network Monitoring team. This position is ideal for candidates with foundational knowledge in cyber security who are ready to further develop their skills in a dynamic, mission-focused environment. The role is designed for individuals at the entry level. Onsite with limited telework from your primary residence. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced cybersecurity staff and receive training in cybersecurity policies, best practices, and real-world defensive strategies. This collaborative environment will help the candidate build a strong foundation in both technical and procedural aspects of cybersecurity, while contributing to the protection of critical infrastructure.
Requirements
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Knowledge of basic cybersecurity principles, protections, or frameworks (e.g., NIST).
- Demonstrated willingness to learn new technologies, frameworks, and regulatory environments.
- Ability to work on-site with limited teleworking options.
- Foundational knowledge of log review, alert management, and email security practices.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of security.
Nice To Haves
- Clearance “Q” preferred.
Responsibilities
- Review external indicators of compromise and evaluate them for impact both of potential related traffic and for the effect of adding restrictions based on them.
- Perform review of both quarantined and end user reported emails for evidence of malicious intent.
- Perform administration of logging and other security tooling both at the deployment level and policy configuration.
- Collaborate with team members and management to strengthen the organization’s security posture.
- Monitor network security alerts and assist in responding to potential threats in real time.
- Review and analyze emails for suspected phishing and other malicious activity.
- Ingest and apply threat intelligence to enhance organizational defenses.
- Perform log review and alert management to identify and escalate security incidents.
- Maintain and support cyber security toolsets and ensure their effective operation.
- Assist in the development and implementation of basic security policies and procedures.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
