Jr. Cybersecurity Admin

Snowbird
United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Working hours
Shift work
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Microsoft Online Services Cloud Computing Configuration Management CompTIA Security+ Cyber Security Identity and Access Management Zero Trust Network Access Software Vulnerability Management Microsoft InTune Azure Security Center Information Technology

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and eager Cybersecurity Admin to join our security team. This entry-level role is designed for candidates who want hands-on experience in modern enterprise cybersecurity. You will support the monitoring, protection, and management of our Microsoft 365 security environment, focusing on Microsoft Defender, Intune, and Entra ID.

This is a fantastic opportunity to build foundational skills in endpoint protection, identity security, device management, and threat response under the mentorship of a senior cyber professional., * Assist with daily monitoring and triage of security alerts in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Microsoft 365 Defender

  • Help investigate and respond to potential security incidents under senior analyst guidance
  • Support device compliance and configuration management using Microsoft Intune
  • Aid in identity and access management tasks within Entra ID (user access reviews, conditional access policies, MFA enforcement)
  • Contribute to vulnerability management and patch compliance reporting
  • Document processes and maintain accurate records
  • Participate in security awareness activities and team projects
  • Learn and follow established security policies, procedures, and best practices

What You Will Learn:

  • Real-world use of Microsoft’s leading security tools (Defender, Intune, Entra ID)
  • Fundamentals of endpoint detection & response (EDR), identity threat detection, and Zero Trust principles
  • Professional communication and teamwork in a cybersecurity environment

Requirements

Do you have experience in Windows?, This position is subject to the residency requirements of the SBA Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) program. The successful candidate must reside in a HUBZone-qualified area at the time of hire and for the duration of their employment., * Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field

  • Basic understanding of networking, operating systems (Windows), and cloud concepts
  • Strong desire to learn and curiosity about cybersecurity
  • Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving mindset
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Preferred (but not required):

  • Familiarity with any Microsoft 365 services
  • Any security-related certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, Microsoft SC-900) - a big plus!
  • Previous IT support, helpdesk, or personal projects involving cybersecurity

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Flexible schedule

About the company

Snowbird Agility is a mission-driven federal contracting firm committed to transforming how public service organizations deliver outcomes. Guided by our values: serve generously, act with integrity, lead with “yes”, commit to excellence, disrupt with empathy, and simplify relentlessly, we build scalable systems that enable high-quality delivery.

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