Full-Time

Cybersecurity Engineer 3

Trace3

Trace3

1,001-5,000 employees

IT consulting and infrastructure integration

No salary listed

No H1B Sponsorship

Colorado Springs, CO, USA

In Person

On-site in Colorado Springs, CO; occasional work at Chidlaw and Peterson AFB.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Bachelor's

Category
IT & Security (1)
Required Skills
PowerShell
Bash
Microsoft Azure
Python
Computer Networking
Operating Systems
Vulnerability Analysis
AWS
DevOps

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Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
  • 4-7 years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, systems administration, network engineering, or related technical roles.
  • Experience administering or supporting security technologies such as SIEM, endpoint protection, firewalls, identity management, or vulnerability management platforms.
  • Working knowledge of network security principles, security architecture concepts, and identity and access management.
  • Experience supporting compliance initiatives involving frameworks such as RMF, NIST 800-53, NIST CSF, or similar standards.
  • Familiarity with security tools including SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, PKI, IAM, and vulnerability scanning solutions.
  • Experience supporting cloud security initiatives within Microsoft Azure, AWS, or other cloud environments.
  • Understanding of security concepts related to virtualization, operating systems, networking, and enterprise infrastructure.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience supporting regulated environments, federal government customers, or enterprise organizations is preferred.
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps concepts, security automation, and infrastructure security practices.
  • Basic scripting or automation experience using PowerShell, Python, Bash, or similar technologies.
  • Active Secret clearance required, TS preferred
  • Relevant certifications are preferred, including: Security+, CySA+, GSEC, Azure Security Engineer Associate, AWS Security Specialty
Responsibilities
  • Implement and maintain enterprise security technologies, including firewalls, endpoint protection platforms, identity management solutions, and security monitoring tools.
  • Support the deployment and maintenance of security controls across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.
  • Conduct security assessments, vulnerability analyses, and risk evaluations of systems and applications.
  • Monitor security events and alerts using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms.
  • Investigate security incidents and support containment, remediation, and recovery activities.
  • Assist with threat hunting activities and analysis of indicators of compromise (IOCs).
  • Perform vulnerability scanning and track remediation efforts with system owners.
  • Support secure configuration management and patch management activities.
  • Evaluate technical solutions for security risks and recommend appropriate mitigations.
  • Assist engineering teams with integrating security controls into system architectures and platform deployments.
  • Contribute to the development and maintenance of security documentation, procedures, and technical standards.
  • Support compliance efforts related to regulatory, contractual, and organizational security requirements.
  • Participate in security audits, assessments, and authorization activities.
  • Assist with implementation and maintenance of cybersecurity frameworks, including: NIST CSF, NIST SP 800-53, RMF, ISO/IEC 27001
  • Provide technical input during cybersecurity reviews, design discussions, and engineering planning activities.
Desired Qualifications
  • Security+
  • CySA+
  • GSEC
  • Azure Security Engineer Associate
  • AWS Security Specialty

Trace3 is a technology consulting and integration partner that helps enterprises manage and optimize IT infrastructure. It focuses on IT security, hybrid cloud strategy, and product release planning, offering professional integration services such as staging, imaging, asset tagging, and global logistics to streamline asset monitoring and inventory control. The company earns revenue from service-based engagements, including managing complex data center projects, staged rollouts, and secure inventory management in Tier 1 facilities. Its team also shares knowledge through a weblog covering cloud computing, cybersecurity, and data management. Overall, Trace3 aims to help businesses navigate IT challenges and improve productivity and competitive advantage by fine-tuning technology infrastructure and asset management.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Irvine, California

Founded

2002

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What believers are saying

  • November 3, 2025, Apollo completed Trace3's acquisition, adding capital for AI and cybersecurity.
  • June 23, 2026, Trace3 debuted on the MSP 501 list.
  • May 28, 2026, Trace3 expanded executive leadership with people and transformation hires.

What critics are saying

  • Apollo financed Trace3 with roughly $950 million of debt at 5.3x-5.5x EBITDA.
  • Trace3's workforce fell 10.1% from 2023 to March 2026, signaling operating pressure.
  • A refinancing miss forces asset sales and threatens Trace3's independence.

What makes Trace3 unique

  • Trace3 is Cisco Preferred across six portfolios, spanning cloud, services, security, and Splunk.
  • May 20, 2026, Trace3, Cisco, and NVIDIA launched the Secure AI Factory.
  • Services-first consulting tied to integration and managed services differentiates Trace3 from product resellers.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Competitive Compensation

Training and development programs

Work-life balance and generous paid time off

Collaborative and cool culture

Stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

7%
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