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57 results for Junior Cyber Security jobs

Information System Security Officer (ISSO)
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 50 - 70 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a cleared Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support classified systems operating within the DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) and JSIG environments. This role is highly documentation‑focused and centered on ATO support, continuous monitoring, audit readiness, and compliance across multiple classified networks. The ISSO will primarily support the ISSM and may assume ownership of smaller ATO efforts based on workload and system scope. This role will be a 3–6-month contract to hire opportunity!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as the ISSO for multiple classified systems, supporting RMF lifecycle activities under ISSM direction</li><li>Create, update, and submit security authorization artifacts for:</li><li>New hardware and software extensions</li><li>RMF updates and control changes</li><li>Support and maintain ATO packages, including initial authorizations, renewals, and extensions</li><li>Monitor and assess 3–5 classified networks, averaging ~1 hour per network for compliance and security reviews</li><li>Execute and document continuous monitoring activities using approved security tools</li><li>Participate in and support routine audits, inspections, and DoD compliance submissions</li><li>Partner with IT and engineering teams to ensure controls, scans, and audit activities are executed correctly</li><li>Conduct vulnerability scanning on a recurring schedule (not a primary time driver)</li><li>Support systems currently partially complete within the NIST RMF lifecycle</li><li>Participate in regular stakeholder syncs with ISSM, IT, security teams, and government representatives</li><li>Operate within a classified, air-gapped environment supporting a mixed operating system infrastructure</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-04-27T00:00:00Z
Sr. Cloud Solutions DevOps Engineer
  • Fort Washington, PA
  • remote
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 135000 - 145000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Cloud Solutions DevOps Engineer/Architect to provide technical leadership across our AWS and Azure cloud platforms. In this pivotal role, you will architect, automate, and secure enterprise-level cloud infrastructure—driving best-in-class DevOps and operational practices for mission-critical SaaS applications. You’ll serve as the primary technical bridge between Software Development and SaaS Operations, ensuring end-to-end scalability, security, performance, and reliability.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Cloud Architecture &amp; Engineering</strong></p><ul><li>Architect and implement secure, scalable, and highly available cloud environments (AWS primary, Azure minimal)</li><li>Lead modernization initiatives leveraging cloud-native services</li><li>Design resilient, multi-region solutions aligned with SLA, RPO, RTO requirements</li><li>Establish and evolve cloud architecture standards and operational guardrails</li></ul><p><strong>DevOps, CI/CD &amp; Automation</strong></p><ul><li>Design, implement, and enhance CI/CD pipelines using Git and GitLab</li><li>Lead Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) at scale using Terraform</li><li>Automate provisioning, release orchestration, and environment management</li><li>Integrate DevSecOps practices, including automated testing and security scanning</li></ul><p><strong>Advanced Networking &amp; Connectivity</strong></p><ul><li>Lead complex cloud networking, hybrid connectivity, and segmentation (VPC/VNET, VPN, Direct Connect, ExpressRoute)</li><li>Architect network security: firewalls, security groups, zero-trust models, secure ingress/egress, DDoS protection</li><li>Troubleshoot cross-cloud, cross-region, and hybrid environments</li></ul><p><strong>Cross-Functional Partnership &amp; Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the technical liaison among Development, QA, Security, and SaaS Ops teams</li><li>Translate business and application requirements into secure, scalable cloud solutions</li><li>Mentor and coach DevOps, Cloud Engineers, and Reliability Engineers</li><li>Contribute to roadmap planning, tech evaluation, and architectural governance</li></ul><p><strong>Security, Compliance &amp; Reliability</strong></p><ul><li>Champion security-by-design and zero-trust principles</li><li>Support compliance initiatives (SOC 2 Type II, HIPAA, HITRUST, ISO 27001, customer audits)</li><li>Oversee IAM, secrets management, encryption, and SIEM integration</li><li>Implement centralized logging, monitoring, and automated incident response</li></ul><p><strong>Operational Excellence &amp; Cost Governance</strong></p><ul><li>Drive FinOps strategies including cloud cost optimization and chargeback</li><li>Develop and maintain operational runbooks, disaster recovery, and documentation</li><li>Lead root cause analyses and continuous improvement of delivery metrics</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-04-17T00:00:00Z
Microsoft Security Framework Engineer
  • Miami Beach, FL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking a highly experienced <strong>Microsoft Security Framework Engineer</strong> to lead the full activation and optimization of the Microsoft Security stack within our Microsoft 365 E5 environment. This is a critical contract role focused on designing, configuring, and deploying a comprehensive security framework to protect endpoints, identities, cloud applications, email, and sensitive Protected Health Information (PHI).</p><p>The successful candidate will serve as the subject matter expert responsible for implementing Microsoft Defender and Purview capabilities from the ground up, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the end-to-end design, configuration, and deployment of the full Microsoft Security stack, including:</li><li>Microsoft Defender for Endpoint</li><li>Microsoft Defender for Office 365 Plan 2</li><li>Microsoft Defender for Identity</li><li>Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps</li><li>Entra ID Protection</li><li>Microsoft Purview (Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Sensitivity Labels for PHI)</li><li>Architect and implement a cohesive Microsoft security framework that integrates all components for maximum protection and visibility</li><li>Configure advanced threat protection, automated investigation and response (AIR), attack surface reduction rules, and device control policies</li><li>Design and deploy Purview DLP policies and sensitivity labeling strategies tailored for PHI protection and regulatory compliance (HIPAA, etc.)</li><li>Implement Entra ID Protection policies, Conditional Access, and identity threat detection capabilities</li><li>Conduct security assessments, gap analysis, and provide recommendations to strengthen the overall security posture</li><li>Collaborate with internal IT, security, and compliance teams to ensure successful adoption and operational handover</li><li>Develop documentation, runbooks, and knowledge transfer materials for ongoing management and maintenance</li><li>Provide expert guidance on Microsoft 365 E5 security licensing, features, and roadmap</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-04-13T00:00:00Z
Senior Systems Analyst
  • Hartford, CT
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 83500 - 125000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Senior Systems Analyst to support and optimize workforce management platforms for a healthcare environment in Hartford, Connecticut. This role will serve as a key partner to HR, Payroll, IT, and operations teams by improving system performance, supporting critical workforce processes, and helping maintain reliable, compliant solutions. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, hands-on experience with UKG Pro and related workforce applications, and a practical approach to solving system and interface issues.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Evaluate business and system needs to define effective solutions for application updates, enhancements, and replacement initiatives.<br>• Provide functional support for workforce management tools, including timekeeping, absence management, scheduling, accruals, and related payroll processes.<br>• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot system components to promote data accuracy, operational stability, and timely issue resolution.<br>• Create clear documentation for proposed changes, technical specifications, workflows, and implementation activities across multiple initiatives.<br>• Partner with HR, Payroll, IT, and operational stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable system designs and support process improvements.<br>• Investigate and resolve integration problems between vendor platforms and internal systems, working closely with technical teams and external partners as needed.<br>• Develop and execute detailed test strategies for application changes and interfaces, validating results before and after deployment.<br>• Contribute to workforce technology projects such as platform migrations, system upgrades, benchmarking efforts, and vendor or product evaluations.<br>• Follow organizational information security standards and support compliance with healthcare, privacy, and regulatory requirements tied to sensitive data.<br>• Represent the systems function in cross-functional meetings, presentations, or site-based support activities when needed.
  • 2026-05-03T00:00:00Z
PhySec Engineer
  • Easley, SC
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 38 - 43 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a skilled Physical Security Engineer to join our team on a contract basis in Easley, South Carolina. In this role, you will take charge of the complete installation lifecycle for physical security systems, ensuring seamless execution from start to finish. This position offers the opportunity to apply your expertise in access control programming and server migrations in a dynamic IT consulting environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the end-to-end installation process for physical security systems, ensuring timely and efficient project completion.<br>• Program and configure access control systems to meet client-specific security requirements.<br>• Manage and execute server migration tasks, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.<br>• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to assess and address physical security needs.<br>• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to physical security installations and configurations.<br>• Ensure compliance with security standards and best practices throughout the installation lifecycle.<br>• Maintain accurate documentation of installations, configurations, and system updates.<br>• Provide technical support and guidance to clients as needed during and after installations.
  • 2026-04-13T00:00:00Z
SQL Server Security Engineer
  • Miami, FL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>SQL Server 2022 Security &amp; Encryption Engineer</strong> to design and implement a comprehensive security and encryption framework for SQL Server 2022 databases containing Protected Health Information (PHI). This short-term contract role is critical for achieving strong technical safeguards and delivering auditable evidence for HIPAA compliance.</p><p>The successful candidate will deploy and harden SQL Server 2022 using industry-leading encryption, access control, auditing, and masking technologies, ensuring sensitive data is protected at rest, in transit, and in use.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Deploy and configure SQL Server 2022 with a full security and encryption stack, including:</li><li>Transparent Data Encryption (TDE)</li><li>Always Encrypted with Azure Key Vault integration</li><li>Column-Level Encryption on all PHI-containing columns</li><li>Row-Level Security (RLS)</li><li>Dynamic Data Masking (DDM)</li><li>Implement SQL Server Audit and route audit logs to Microsoft Sentinel for centralized monitoring and alerting</li><li>Enforce TLS 1.2 / 1.3 for all database connections and disable legacy protocols</li><li>Perform surface area reduction and hardening (disable unnecessary features, xp_cmdshell, etc.)</li><li>Design and implement secure key management practices using Azure Key Vault</li><li>Develop and document encryption strategies, policies, and procedures for PHI protection</li><li>Create a complete <strong>HIPAA Technical Safeguard evidence package</strong> including configuration documentation, encryption inventories, key management processes, and audit procedures</li><li>Collaborate with the Microsoft Security Framework Engineer and Microsoft Sentinel Engineer to ensure seamless integration with the broader security stack (Defender, Sentinel, Purview DLP, etc.)</li><li>Provide knowledge transfer and training to internal database and security teams</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-04-13T00:00:00Z
Fortinet Network Engineer
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 60 - 77 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are partnering with a well-established organization seeking a <strong>Network Security Solutions Architect (FORTINET)</strong> to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise-grade security environments. This role serves as a senior technical authority for firewall and secure access solutions, working closely with internal delivery teams and end users to strengthen network resilience and data protection.</p><p>This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys translating business requirements into secure, scalable architectures while remaining deeply involved in implementation and ongoing support.</p><p>PKey Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Act as the primary technical lead for network security initiatives, with an emphasis on next-generation firewall and secure connectivity solutions</li><li>Partner with internal stakeholders to assess requirements, recommend architectures, and guide solution delivery from design through deployment</li><li>Design security architectures aligned with organizational standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices</li><li>Lead implementation efforts across firewall platforms, secure remote access, endpoint security, and centralized security management tools</li><li>Provide advanced troubleshooting and escalation support for complex security and network issues</li><li>Participate in solution validation activities, including pilots and proof-of-concept initiatives</li><li>Develop and maintain technical documentation such as architecture diagrams, configuration standards, and operational procedures</li><li>Deliver knowledge transfer sessions and technical training to internal teams and business stakeholders</li><li>Stay current on evolving threat landscapes, security technologies, and emerging best practices</li><li>Serve as a trusted technical advisor, helping guide long-term security strategy and continuous improvement efforts</li></ul><p>rQualifications &amp; Experience</p><ul><li>Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)</li><li>Deep hands-on experience designing and supporting enterprise network security environments</li><li>Strong expertise with next-generation firewall platforms, centralized management, log analysis, and endpoint security tools</li><li>Advanced understanding of networking concepts including routing, VPNs, IPS/IDS, and secure access technologies</li><li>Familiarity with recognized security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., NIST, ISO, PCI)</li><li>Relevant industry certifications are highly valued (advanced firewall/security certifications preferred)</li><li>Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues in production environments</li><li>Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences</li><li>Comfortable working independently while collaborating across multiple teams and projects</li><li>Willingness to travel occasionally for on-site implementations, stakeholder meetings, or training sessions</li></ul>
  • 2026-05-01T00:00:00Z
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