Security Monitoring and Incident Response: Monitor security alerts, conduct initial investigations, and assist in incident response activities to ensure the timely resolution of security incidents. Vulnerability Management: Assist in vulnerability assessments, patch management, and remediation efforts to address security weaknesses in the organization's infrastructure. Security Policy and Compliance: Assist in maintaining and updating security policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with i... more details
Junior Cyber Security
Job Category: Information Technology
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%
Type of Travel: Continental US
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CACI is seeking a cleared Junior Cyber Security Engineer who plays a crucial role in supporting the organization's information security initiatives. This role primarily involves assisting senior security professionals in safeguarding the organization's digital assets, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, and proactively identifying and mitigating cybersecurity threats. This is located at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD.
This position offers a valuable opportunity for a dedicated and aspiring cybersecurity professional to gain hands-on experience while contributing to the organization's security posture.
What You’ll Get to Do:
Security Monitoring and Incident Response: Monitor security alerts, conduct initial investigations, and assist in incident response activities to ensure the timely resolution of security incidents.
Vulnerability Management: Assist in vulnerability assessments, patch management, and remediation efforts to address security weaknesses in the organization's infrastructure.
Security Policy and Compliance: Assist in maintaining and updating security policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements, especially within the framework of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) for DOD.
Security Awareness: Contribute to security awareness and training programs for employees, promoting a culture of cybersecurity best practices.
Security Tools and Technologies: Gain proficiency in the use of security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, antivirus software, and other cybersecurity technologies.
Documentation: Maintain detailed records of security incidents, vulnerabilities, and remediation efforts, ensuring compliance with audit and reporting requirements.
Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, to identify security needs, assess risks, and provide recommendations for secure technology solutions.
You’ll Bring These Qualifications:
An active DoD Secret clearance.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices.
Familiarity with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) for DOD is a plus.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
Willingness to stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats and technologies.
What We Can Offer You:
- We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.
- Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
- We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.
- We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.
- For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.
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What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.
Your potential is limitless. So is ours.
Learn more about CACI here.
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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$63,300 - 129,700 USD
CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
