Cybersecurity Specialist, Junior
About The Position
This JR is intended to create a pipeline of qualified junior cybersecurity candidates, supporting future program requirements in monitoring Army networks, defensive cyber operations, and RMF compliance activities across DEVCOM C5ISR mission spaces. The Junior Cybersecurity Specialist supports protection of Department of Defense (DoD) and U.S. Army information systems. The role contributes to monitoring secure enclaves, detecting threats, and ensuring compliance with military cybersecurity frameworks. Activities reflect support requirements commonly found in C5ISR programs such as System Administration, Network Administration, and Cybersecurity.
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship (DoD requirement).
- Active Secret or eligibility for sponsorship.
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related fields.
- 1–3 years in IT or cybersecurity.
- DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II (Security+ CE, CySA+, etc.).
Nice To Haves
- Tools such as ACAS, HBSS, SPLUNK
- Knowledge of NIST SP 800
- Experience administering Windows and Linux systems
Responsibilities
- Monitor network traffic for unauthorized activity.
- Analyze alerts to identify potential security incidents.
- Respond to low level cybersecurity events.
- Perform vulnerability scans using approved DoD/Army tools.
- Support patch management and secure baseline updates.
- Audit system access logs for compliance.
- Maintain RMF documentation and support accreditation activities.
- Report compliance posture to senior cybersecurity staff.
Benefits
- healthcare
- wellness
- financial
- retirement
- family support
- continuing education
- time off benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
