Systems Security Engineer I - 304214

The Systems Security Engineer II supports the AFRL base cybersecurity team across vulnerability management, threat defense, and cybersecurity governance and compliance. This position helps identify and address security vulnerabilities, monitor and protect systems, support compliance activities, and communicate findings and status to the appropriate stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Support vulnerability management activities, including vulnerability scanning, identification, tracking, mitigation, and remediation.
Support threat defense activities, including intrusion detection and protection and SIEM log and event correlation.
Assist with cybersecurity governance and compliance activities, including policy implementation, documentation, and audit support.
Document work and maintain accurate records using ticketing systems, IT asset management tools, Microsoft Office applications, and other required software.
Communicate security-related findings, actions, and status updates to appropriate stakeholders.
Manage multiple priorities, work independently, and support program needs across the assigned environment.
Requirements
Active Secret security clearance
Security+ or an equivalent DoD 8140-aligned certification.
Five or more years of experience in computer support, IT customer service, cybersecurity, or a related field, including direct experience with cybersecurity functions.
Working knowledge of computer hardware, software, networking, and common cybersecurity practices.
Experience or familiarity with vulnerability management, threat defense, SIEM log and event correlation, governance, compliance, or auditing.
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, listening skills, and written and verbal communication abilities.
Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and operate effectively with limited supervision.
Experience with government IT asset management systems is preferred.
An associate or bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, information technology, computer science, or a related field is preferred.
Benefits
Benefits Include:
Covers 100% of employee benefit premiums, including Medical (PPO or HDHP Option), Vision, Dental
Matching 401K
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Pet Insurance
Professional Development/Education Reimbursement
Parking and Transit Benefits for NY, NJ, ATL, and DC Metro areas
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Salary Compensation: $70,000 - $75,000
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Work arrangement
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