Spectraforce Technologies
Job Title: Cybersecurity Engineer I
Location: Seattle, WA (Onsite - SEA)
Duration: 12 Months
Hours/Week: 40
Position Overview
As a
Cybersecurity Engineer I , you will support and maintain the cybersecurity posture of the organization. This entry-level role involves working closely with senior engineers to deploy, manage, and monitor security technologies and practices that protect IT infrastructure, networks, and data from threats.
Key Responsibilities Security Monitoring:
Assist in monitoring firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint security, and SIEM solutions to detect and respond to threats. Incident Response:
Support investigations, evidence collection, and response to security incidents. System Hardening:
Apply patches, configure security settings, and help reduce vulnerabilities in systems, networks, and applications. Security Tools Management:
Deploy, configure, and maintain firewalls, antivirus, SIEM, and encryption tools. Vulnerability Management:
Support vulnerability scanning, tracking, and remediation activities. Documentation:
Maintain security policies, procedures, incident reports, and system configurations. User Access Management:
Assist with reviewing and managing access privileges, authentication protocols, and password policies. Collaboration:
Work with IT teams (network, systems) to ensure security best practices. Security Awareness:
Support training and awareness programs for end-users. Compliance:
Assist in audits and ensure compliance with standards (NIST, HIPAA, GDPR, PCI-DSS). Security Testing:
Perform basic penetration testing and assist senior engineers in identifying vulnerabilities.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Security, Network Engineering, or related field; or equivalent work experience.
Certifications (Preferred):
CompTIA Security+ CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate CISSP (pursuing or experienced candidates)
Experience:
0-2 years of experience in cybersecurity or related internships. Familiarity with Windows/Linux OS, TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS. Exposure to vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Nessus, Qualys) and endpoint security solutions. Basic experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight).
Technical Skills:
Knowledge of security concepts (encryption, firewalls, IDS/IPS). Awareness of attack vectors (phishing, DDoS, malware). Hands-on with security tools (firewalls, VPN, endpoint protection, SIEM). Familiarity with scripting/programming (Python, Bash, PowerShell) a plus. Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and cloud security a plus.
Soft Skills:
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Clear communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences. Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
Location: Seattle, WA (Onsite - SEA)
Duration: 12 Months
Hours/Week: 40
Position Overview
As a
Cybersecurity Engineer I , you will support and maintain the cybersecurity posture of the organization. This entry-level role involves working closely with senior engineers to deploy, manage, and monitor security technologies and practices that protect IT infrastructure, networks, and data from threats.
Key Responsibilities Security Monitoring:
Assist in monitoring firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint security, and SIEM solutions to detect and respond to threats. Incident Response:
Support investigations, evidence collection, and response to security incidents. System Hardening:
Apply patches, configure security settings, and help reduce vulnerabilities in systems, networks, and applications. Security Tools Management:
Deploy, configure, and maintain firewalls, antivirus, SIEM, and encryption tools. Vulnerability Management:
Support vulnerability scanning, tracking, and remediation activities. Documentation:
Maintain security policies, procedures, incident reports, and system configurations. User Access Management:
Assist with reviewing and managing access privileges, authentication protocols, and password policies. Collaboration:
Work with IT teams (network, systems) to ensure security best practices. Security Awareness:
Support training and awareness programs for end-users. Compliance:
Assist in audits and ensure compliance with standards (NIST, HIPAA, GDPR, PCI-DSS). Security Testing:
Perform basic penetration testing and assist senior engineers in identifying vulnerabilities.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Security, Network Engineering, or related field; or equivalent work experience.
Certifications (Preferred):
CompTIA Security+ CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate CISSP (pursuing or experienced candidates)
Experience:
0-2 years of experience in cybersecurity or related internships. Familiarity with Windows/Linux OS, TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS. Exposure to vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Nessus, Qualys) and endpoint security solutions. Basic experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight).
Technical Skills:
Knowledge of security concepts (encryption, firewalls, IDS/IPS). Awareness of attack vectors (phishing, DDoS, malware). Hands-on with security tools (firewalls, VPN, endpoint protection, SIEM). Familiarity with scripting/programming (Python, Bash, PowerShell) a plus. Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and cloud security a plus.
Soft Skills:
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Clear communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences. Ability to work independently and within a team environment.