Cybersecurity Engineer

Hyper Solutions Inc • Richmond, VA

20h • $105,000 - $135,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Cybersecurity Engineer at Hyper Solutions plays a key role in building and strengthening Hyper’s cybersecurity capabilities across systems, infrastructure, applications, and user access environments. This position partners closely with engineering, IT, and business teams to help protect company systems, data, and operational workflows while improving the overall security posture of the organization.

This role is well-suited for a hands-on security professional who understands how software, infrastructure, cloud systems, and business processes intersect in a growing company. The Cybersecurity Engineer will help establish scalable security controls, monitor risks, and respond to security incidents while supporting Hyper’s continued growth.

Requirements

• 3–6 years of experience in cybersecurity, security engineering, infrastructure security, or related roles.
• Strong understanding of core cybersecurity domains including access control, network security, endpoint protection, vulnerability management, logging/monitoring, and incident response.
• Experience working in cloud or hybrid infrastructure environments.
• Familiarity with security technologies such as SIEM platforms, EDR solutions, IAM systems, MFA tools, vulnerability scanners, and firewalls.
• Experience implementing secure configurations, system hardening, and security best practices.
• Ability to assess risk, prioritize remediation activities, and communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience supporting security across internal systems, SaaS applications, and custom software environments.
• Strong documentation and process-building skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-growing environment where security maturity is evolving.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with AWS, Azure, GCP, or multi-cloud environments.
• Experience collaborating with software engineering teams on secure development practices or DevSecOps workflows.
• Familiarity with manufacturing, industrial, operational technology (OT), or distributed partner environments.
• Experience working with security or compliance frameworks such as NIST, CIS, SOC 2, or ISO 27001.
• Experience using scripting or automation to improve security operations.
• Relevant certifications such as Security+, CISSP, SSCP, GSEC, Azure Security Engineer, or AWS Security certifications.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security controls across Hyper’s cloud, hybrid, and internal environments.
• Monitor systems, logs, and alerts for suspicious activity, vulnerabilities, and potential security incidents.
• Lead or support incident response efforts, including investigation, containment, remediation, and documentation.
• Manage and improve identity and access controls, including role-based permissions, least-privilege access, and user lifecycle processes.
• Partner with software engineering and infrastructure teams to integrate security into development, deployment, and operational workflows.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and support remediation planning based on risk and business impact.
• Develop and maintain security policies, standards, procedures, and best practices across the organization.
• Support security tooling across endpoints, networks, and infrastructure including firewalls, MFA, endpoint protection, logging, and detection platforms.
• Assist with vendor security reviews and third-party risk assessments for new technologies and integrations.
• Contribute to disaster recovery, business continuity, and backup strategies from a security perspective.
• Support security considerations related to manufacturing-connected systems, operational technology, and external partner integrations.
• Improve organizational security awareness through documentation, guidance, and operational processes.

Benefits

• competitive compensation
• comprehensive benefits, including employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• opportunity to help build and shape cybersecurity capabilities in a dynamic, fast-growing environment where your work has a direct impact

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed