Cybersecurity Specialist I

Linchpin Solutions Inc•Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity in the IT, engineering, software development, logistics, and project management fields, Linchpin Solutions is the place to be! We are currently hiring for a dynamic and experienced Cybersecurity Specialist. Clearance: Active DoD Secret Clearance Work Schedule: Fulltime, Onsite M-F. Role Overview: In this role, you will support day-to-day cybersecurity operations including monitoring, analyzing, and responding to threats against IT systems. You will implement security controls, evaluate alerts, and assist with maintaining compliance with DoD policies and IAVM/IA controls. This position provides hands-on experience with firewalls, access control lists (ACLs), incident response, and threat analysis while working under the guidance of senior cybersecurity staff.

Requirements

GED or Highschool Diploma
CompTIA Security+, Network+, or equivalent
2-3+ Years of Cybersecurity experience
Experience with Incident response
Experience with Government cybersecurity standards
Experience with Microsoft Office
Verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work both collaboratively and individually
Critical Thinking Skills
Ability to give presentations and briefings as needed

Responsibilities

Support incident detection, analysis, and response efforts across IT systems
Assist with firewall rule creation, ACL updates, and configuration management
Monitor, review, and report on security alerts and events from network and host-based tools
Apply Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) policies and ensure timely patching
Conduct basic threat analysis and contribute to mitigation strategies
Support user access control and identity management procedures
Maintain documentation of security incidents, reports, and compliance activities