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# Cyber Security Engineer

- **Company:** GovCIO
- **Location:** San Antonio, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $96,000.0 - $129,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing Security, Linux, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Intrusion Detection Systems, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Security Information and Event Management, TCP/IP, Scripting, Cloud Platform System, Malware, Nessus, Qualys, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2941413171-2

## About the Role

* Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools
 * Vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Nessus, Qualys)
 * Incident detection and response fundamentals
 * Network security and TCP/IP troubleshooting
 * Endpoint security and malware protection concepts
 * Linux and Windows system administration basics
 * Cloud security fundamentals (AWS/Azure/GCP)
 * Scripting or automation (Python, Power
 * Shell, or Bash)
 * Knowledge of NIST and federal security standards
 * Documentation and reporting of security incidents

## Description

GovCIO LLC seeks a Junior Cyber Security Engineer to support federal customers in securing modern IT environments. You will monitor security events, assist with incident response, and support vulnerability management across cloud and on-prem systems. Working in a collaborative, mission-driven team, you'll help operate SIEM and other security tools, document procedures, and align with NIST and federal security standards. This role offers mentorship, training, and exposure to large-scale government digital modernization projects in a fast-paced, hybrid work setting.

Responsibilities

 * Monitor and analyze security events, alerts, and logs across enterprise systems and networks
 * Assist in vulnerability scanning, patch verification, and remediation tracking
 * Support incident response activities, including triage, containment, and documentation
 * Help maintain security tools such as SIEM, endpoint protection, and IDS/IPSContribute to security hardening of systems, applications, and cloud environments
 * Document runbooks, procedures, and security configurations for federal systems
 * Support audits and compliance activities aligned to federal cybersecurity standards
 * Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to implement security best practices
 * Assist in user security awareness activities and basic security reviews
 * Participate in continuous improvement of security monitoring and response processes


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