Job Summary
We are looking for a motivated Junior Cybersecurity Analyst / Engineer to support security operations, monitoring, and incident response activities. This role is ideal for early-career professionals who are eager to build hands-on experience in cybersecurity across enterprise and cloud environments.
Location: Open to Relocation – Anywhere in the United States
Job Type: Full-time / Contract / Contract-to-Hire
Experience: 6 months – 2/3 years
Work Authorization: US Citizens & Green Card Holders ONLY
Key Responsibilities
Monitor security alerts and logs using SIEM tools
Assist in identifying, analyzing, and responding to security incidents
Support vulnerability scanning and remediation efforts
Help maintain security policies, procedures, and documentation
Perform basic threat analysis and escalate incidents as required
Assist with access control, IAM, and user security management
Support endpoint, network, and application security initiatives
Work closely with senior security engineers and SOC teams
Participate in security audits and compliance activities
Requirements
Required Skills & Qualifications
Basic understanding of Cybersecurity fundamentals (CIA Triad, threat vectors)
Knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, VPNs)
Familiarity with SIEM tools (Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar – academic or hands-on)
Understanding of Windows and Linux security basics
Knowledge of OWASP Top 10 and basic application security concepts
Exposure to vulnerability scanning tools (Nessus, Qualys, Rapid7 – preferred)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced environment