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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cybersecurity Engineer / Analyst - **Company:** PeopleTec Inc. - **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $65,000.0 - $100,000.0 - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Github, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Python (Programming Language), Log Analysis, Networking Basics, Routing, Open Source Technology, Windows PowerShell, Ansible, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Information and Event Management, Software Engineering, TCP/IP, AI Infrastructure, Policy as Code, Scripting, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, Large Language Models, Mitre Att&ck, Generative AI, Firewalls (Computer Science), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Git, Containerization, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Cybercrime, Microsoft Sentinel, Virtual Agents, Terraform, Splunk, Devsecops, Docker, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** August 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9078432/cybersecurity-engineer-analyst ## About the Role * 0-3 years of professional cybersecurity or systems engineering experience (internships and significant personal projects considered). * Fundamental understanding of cybersecurity principles, networking, operating systems, and secure system design. * Experience with Linux and Windows operating systems. * Experience with Python, PowerShell, Bash, or similar scripting languages. * Familiarity with Docker or other container technologies. * Understanding of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, routing, and firewalls. * Knowledge of NIST cybersecurity frameworks and secure engineering principles. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * One or more industry certifications such as Security+, CySA+, SSCP, GSEC, Linux+, or equivalent. * Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance. * Travel: 15 % * Must be a U.S. Citizen Education Requirements : * Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Assurance, or related technical field. Desired Skills : * Experience deploying or securing AI/LLM environments. * Experience securing agentic AI frameworks, local inference platforms, or Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) environments. * Familiarity with AI security concepts including prompt injection, model abuse, data poisoning, model supply chain risks, and secure model deployment. * Experience implementing policy-as-code or security guardrails using technologies such as Open Policy Agent (OPA). * Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or Ansible. * Experience with Git, GitHub, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps workflows. * Experience deploying or administering cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud). * Familiarity with Kubernetes or container orchestration platforms. * Experience with SIEM technologies such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, Elastic, or Wazuh. * Experience with detection engineering, threat hunting, or MITRE ATT&CK mapping. * Knowledge of secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC) practices. * Familiarity with NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-171, NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF), or MITRE ATLAS. * Experience contributing to GitHub or open-source security or AI projects. * Active or previously held DoD Secret or Top Secret clearance. ## Description We are seeking a motivated Cybersecurity Engineer to join our engineering team supporting the development, integration, and security of next-generation Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities. This position is ideal for an early-career engineer with a strong cybersecurity foundation who is passionate about securing AI systems throughout their lifecycle. The successful candidate will work alongside senior engineers to develop, integrate, and harden AI-enabled capabilities supporting government and commercial customers. Responsibilities include securing AI infrastructure, implementing cybersecurity best practices, automating security controls, and assisting with the development of resilient AI environments spanning on-premises, cloud, and hybrid architectures. This position emphasizes engineering over operations, with opportunities to contribute to research and development efforts involving AI systems, containerized applications, infrastructure automation, and secure software development. Duties: * Assist in the design, implementation, and security hardening of AI and machine learning environments. * Develop and maintain secure containerized environments using Docker and related technologies. * Implement cybersecurity controls across AI development pipelines following DevSecOps principles. * Support the engineering of secure infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) technologies. * Develop automation scripts to improve deployment, security validation, and operational efficiency. * Assist with vulnerability assessments, system hardening, and remediation activities. * Support implementation of Zero Trust and least-privilege security principles. * Perform security testing and validation of AI applications and supporting infrastructure. * Participate in threat modeling and security architecture reviews for AI-enabled systems. * Assist with detection engineering, security monitoring, and log analysis to validate defensive controls. * Develop and maintain technical documentation, engineering artifacts, and security procedures. * Collaborate with systems engineers, software developers, cybersecurity engineers, and program teams throughout the system lifecycle. ## Related Videos - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Turning Container security up to 11 with Capabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/718-turning-container-security-up-to-11-with-capabilities) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)