STAND 8 provides end to end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States and with offices in Los Angeles, New York, New Jersey, Atlanta, and more including internationally in Mexico and India
We are seeking a Junior Cybersecurity Engineer/Analyst with 1-2 years of experience to implement, administer, and maintain cybersecurity tools, systems, and applications. This role focuses on developing policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure the security, performance, and resilience of enterprise-wide operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement and manage cybersecurity tools and systems such as endpoint protection, firewalls (traditional and application layer), and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
- Deploy, administer, and support vulnerability management and forensic tools, ensuring the security infrastructure is up-to-date and effective.
- Assist in developing policies, standards, and guidelines to safeguard information against unauthorized access, modifications, and destruction.
- Monitor, research, and respond to cybersecurity-related events and incidents, including malicious code detection, intrusion detection, and system vulnerabilities.
- Conduct risk assessments and security audits to ensure compliance with organizational policies and industry best practices.
- Participate in the patch management process and validate system configurations for compliance with security standards.
- Assist with user training and outreach efforts to raise cybersecurity awareness across the organization.
- Stay current with industry standards, trends, and emerging cybersecurity threats to help improve and strengthen security posture.
Required Skills And Qualification
- 1-2 years of experience in cybersecurity or a related IT field.
- Familiarity with cybersecurity tools and systems such as endpoint protection, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems.
- Basic understanding of vulnerability management, risk assessments, and system security audits.
- Ability to respond to cybersecurity incidents and implement corrective measures.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for conducting cybersecurity training and outreach.
- Knowledge of current cybersecurity trends, risks, and emerging threats.
- A degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, or similar) are a plus.
Additional Details
The base range for this contract position is $40 - $80/per hour, depending on experience.
Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires of this position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
About Us
STAND 8 provides end-to-end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States and globally with offices in Los Angeles, Atlanta, New York, Mexico, Japan, India, and more. STAND 8 focuses on the “bleeding edge” of technology and leverages automation, process, marketing, and over fifteen years of success and growth to provide a world-class experience for our customers, partners, and employees.
Our mission is to impact the world positively by creating success through PEOPLE, PROCESS, and TECHNOLOGY.
Check out more at www.stand8.io; and reach out today to explore opportunities to grow together