Junior Security Engineer

Salary Range: 80000 to 100000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the engineer, maintenance, and monitoring endpoint security solutions to ensure compliance with federal security standards.
• Perform vulnerability and risk analyses of information systems and applications throughout the system development life cycle.
• Provide technical support for monitoring, patching, and troubleshooting of LAN, network devices, and endpoint systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve routine network and endpoint security issues to ensure system availability and security.
• Support Senior Engineers with C&A activities by preparing documentation, conducting assessments, and presenting findings to leadership.
• Assist with the evaluation and integration of hardware, software, and telecommunications equipment to meet security requirements.
• Install and maintain network operating systems, ensuring alignment with organizational and federal security policies.
• Conduct proactive vulnerability scanning and reporting to stakeholders, recommending remediation strategies.
• Contribute to SOC and cybersecurity team efforts by coordinating on incident escalations and security improvements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in endpoint security engineering, vulnerability management, or related cybersecurity functions.
• Knowledge of LAN/WAN, endpoint security tools, and network operating systems.
• Strong understanding of federal cybersecurity compliance requirements.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and provide timely solutions.
• Extensive knowledge in various operating systems (e.g. Windows, macOS, Linux and Unix).
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance required (U.S. Citizenship required)

Preferred Experience:

• Professional certifications such as CompTIA Security+, GSEC (GIAC Security Essentials), Microsoft SC-900 / AZ-500, or AWS Security Certification.
• Prior experience supporting NTIA, Department of Commerce, or other federal civilian agencies.
• Familiarity with NIST Cybersecurity Framework, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and C&A processes.
• Hands-on experience with endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools, SIEM platforms, and vulnerability management systems.
• Experience preparing technical documentation and presenting remediation strategies to federal leadership.