Junior Cyber Engineer

SAIC • Huntsville, AL

16h • Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a Junior Cybersecurity Engineer to join their team on-site at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL. The Junior Cyber Engineer will be responsible for supporting the implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of cybersecurity measures to protect Department of the Army (DoW) information systems and networks. They will be collaborating closely with senior cybersecurity professionals, system administrators, and program managers to ensure compliance with DoW cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with security tools, vulnerability management, incident response, supporting or obtaining Authority to Operate (ATO), and working with the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) in a DoW or similarly regulated environment.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience with security tools
• Vulnerability management experience
• Incident response experience
• Experience supporting or obtaining Authority to Operate (ATO)
• Experience working with the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS)
• Experience in a DoW or similarly regulated environment

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain cybersecurity controls in accordance with DoW policies, including NIST SP 800-53, RMF, and applicable STIGs.
• Monitor network and system security, analyze security events, and respond to incidents in a timely manner.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and remediation activities using approved DoW tools and processes.
• Assist in the preparation, review, and maintenance of security documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms), and risk assessments.
• Support the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process for system accreditation and continuous monitoring, including activities related to obtaining and maintaining Authority to Operate (ATO) and managing documentation in eMASS.

What This Job Offers

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