Junior Cybersecurity Analyst / Cybersecurity Engineer

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
  

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