Cyber Security Engineer
Location
United States
Posted
19 hours ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Mid Level
Job Description
Cyber Security Engineer
Paragon Cyber Solutions
Role Description Paragon Cyber Solutions is seeking a highly skilled and mission-driven Cyber Security Engineer to join our team in support of a critical defense program. The Cybersecurity Engineer II supports the implementation, monitoring, and enhancement of enterprise cybersecurity controls. This role contributes to security operations, threat detection, vulnerability management, and compliance initiatives while working alongside senior security engineers and operations teams. This position is contingent upon contract award. - Implement and maintain cybersecurity controls across enterprise environments. - Support SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, and firewall technologies. - Participate in vulnerability management and remediation initiatives. - Conduct security monitoring, analysis, and incident response support. - Assist with threat modeling and risk assessments. - Maintain secure system configurations and security baselines. - Support compliance activities aligned with NIST, CIS, and organizational policies. - Investigate security alerts and assist with threat hunting activities. - Participate in security tool deployment and optimization projects. - Create technical documentation and operational procedures. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. - 2 to 4 years of cybersecurity engineering experience. - Experience supporting security operations and implementing security controls. - Familiarity with: - SIEM platforms - IDS/IPS technologies - EDR solutions - Firewall platforms - Understanding of: - Threat modeling - Vulnerability management - Secure configuration baselines - Knowledge of: - NIST Cybersecurity Framework - CIS Controls - Security compliance frameworks Requirements - Security certifications such as: - Security+ - CISSP - Similar industry-recognized certifications - Experience with: - CrowdStrike Falcon - Microsoft Defender for Endpoint - Splunk Enterprise Security Benefits - Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision). - Retirement Plan (401K w/ employer matching). - Paid Time Off & 11 Paid Holidays. - Short and Long-Term Disability. - Healthy Work-Life Balance. - Training & Development.
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