Associate Security Engineer, Cyber Monitoring
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Job description
- Monitor network security alerts and assist with real-time threat response
- Review and analyze logs, alerts, and security events to identify and escalate potential incidents
- Review quarantined and user-reported emails for phishing or other malicious activity
- Evaluate external indicators of compromise (IOCs) and assess potential impact
- Ingest and apply threat intelligence to enhance defensive capabilities
- Administer and maintain logging and security monitoring tools at both deployment and policy levels
- Support and maintain cybersecurity toolsets to ensure effective operation
- Assist in the development and implementation of basic security policies and procedures
- Collaborate with cybersecurity team members and management to strengthen overall security posture
Requirements
We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented entry-level Cyber Security Engineer to join a Cyber Monitoring and Network Defense team supporting mission-critical systems. This role is ideal for candidates with foundational cybersecurity knowledge who are eager to grow their skills in a structured, hands-on environment alongside experienced security professionals., * Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Knowledge of basic cybersecurity principles, protections, or frameworks such as NIST.
- Foundational knowledge of log review, alert management, and email security practices.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Demonstrated willingness to learn new technologies, frameworks, and regulatory environments.
Core Experience Requirements
- Entry-level cybersecurity experience or equivalent academic/project experience
- Foundational knowledge of:
- Cybersecurity principles and frameworks (e.g., NIST)
- Log review and alert management
- Email security and phishing analysis
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and commitment to security best practices
- Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Willingness to learn new tools, technologies, and regulatory environments
- Ability to work onsite with limited telework flexibility
- Must be comfortable working an early shift schedule (approximately 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM), * Bachelor's degree in an IT-related field (e.g., Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering)
- Non-IT Bachelor's degree with 2 years of relevant experience
- Associate degree in an IT-related field with 2 years of relevant experience
- Non-IT Associate degree with 4 years of relevant experience
- In lieu of a degree, a high school diploma with 6+ years of equivalent cybersecurity or IT experience
Benefits & conditions
Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a W2 basis. For our W2 consultants, we offer a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, 401(k) with company matching, and life insurance.
Pay Rate: $23-$25 per hour W2.