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# Junior Security Engineer

- **Company:** Maximus, Inc.
- **Location:** Wichita, KS, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $40,000.0 - $65,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cyber Security, Databases, Monitoring of Systems, Issue Tracking Systems, Knowledge Management, Network Security, Software Vulnerability Management, Cloud Platform System, Information Technology
- **Published:** June 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us4dafeaa11d49cc0fe1da683f7296e89b

## About the Role

1+ years of experience in cybersecurity operations, security governance, or enterprise security program support

 - Experience supporting cybersecurity operations, vulnerability management, or IT security functions.
 - Familiarity with basic incident response and containment procedures.
 - Understanding of vulnerability management processes and compliance requirements (e.g., scanning, remediation tracking).
 - Experience working with security tools, monitoring systems, or ticketing platforms.
 - Ability to follow standard operating procedures and security runbooks.
 - Experience supporting documentation, incident tracking, and compliance reporting activities.
 - Basic understanding of cloud (AWS/Azure), operating systems, and network security concepts.
 - Ability to work in a 24/7 operational environment with defined escalation procedures.
 - Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust is required. An active Public Trust and/or DHS suitability is preferred. Must be a U.S. Citizen without dual citizenship.
 - Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

 - Familiarity supporting large-scale enterprise security operations environments
 - Familiarity with risk management, POA&M governance, and compliance frameworks
 - Experience coordinating with security operations centers and external security organizations
 - Basic knowledge of ITIL-based incident and change management processes
 - Some reporting, metrics, and dashboard development experience
 - Ability to work in cross-functional high-visibility environments
 - Strong communication skills
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## Description

Provide 24x7x365 support for enterprise cybersecurity operations, assisting with execution of directed cyber actions under senior guidance.

 - Perform basic containment activities, including access changes, application removal, configuration updates, and allow/block list management following established procedures.
 - Support vulnerability management activities, including scanning coordination, remediation tracking, and compliance support.
 - Assist with implementation and tracking of ISVM-related requirements, ensuring timely remediation and reporting of vulnerabilities.
 - Contribute to POA&M tracking activities, supporting remediation efforts and preparation of recurring cybersecurity scorecard data.
 - Monitor security tools and alerts, performing initial triage and escalating issues in accordance with defined processes.
 - Maintain and update incident records, documentation, and runbooks to support auditability and knowledge management.
 - Support testing and validation activities related to patching, upgrades, configuration changes, and cyber actions.
 - Assist with spill response activities and follow established procedures to support containment and recovery efforts.
 - Provide support across enterprise platforms including cloud environments, operating systems, databases, and network/security infrastructure.
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