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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates a foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles, vulnerability management, and compliance with DoD standards. Proficient in supporting security posture maintenance, system hardening, and documentation within IT environments.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Cybersecurity ConceptsVulnerability ScanningSTIG ComplianceCompTIA Security+ CertificationRisk Management Framework (RMF)
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Hard Skills
Vulnerability IdentificationSystem Security ConfigurationEndpoint SecurityActive DirectoryPowerShellPythonNetworking FundamentalsWindows Operating SystemsCloud SecurityMalware Analysis
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsWillingness to Learn
Tools & Technologies
Cybersecurity ToolsVulnerability Management ToolsSIEM ToolsMicrosoft AzureDoD Security Policies
Certifications & Qualifications
CompTIA Security+CompTIA A+CompTIA Network+
Industry Keywords
DoDInformation AssuranceCybersecurity ComplianceIT SystemsU.S. Army IT Environments
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesAzureCloudCyber SecurityDNSFirewallsPythonTCP/IPTypeScript
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Assist cybersecurity personnel with monitoring and maintaining the security posture of IT systems and infrastructure
- Support vulnerability identification, tracking, remediation, and documentation
- Assist with reviewing system security configurations and identifying potential security concerns
- Support vulnerability scanning and assessment using approved cybersecurity tools
- Assist with system patching, security updates, and vulnerability remediation
- Support STIG compliance and remediation activities
- Maintain cybersecurity documentation, reports, checklists, and system records
- Support RMF activities and cybersecurity compliance requirements
- Review security alerts, logs, and events and escalate potential issues
- Support account management, access control, and user security requirements
- Assist with endpoint security and system hardening
- Work with Cybersecurity Analysts, Systems Administrators, Network Administrators, Project Managers, and other MIITS personnel
- Follow established DoD, Army, organizational, cybersecurity, and information assurance policies and procedures
Requirements
What you’ll need- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree, certificate, or technical training program in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline
- Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts and information security principles
- Basic knowledge of computer hardware, operating systems, and networking fundamentals
- Familiarity with TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, ports, and firewalls
- Basic understanding of cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, malware, phishing, and common attack methods
- Familiarity with Windows operating systems and enterprise IT environments
- Ability to follow established security procedures and accurately document technical information
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Strong willingness and ability to learn cybersecurity technologies, tools, and processes
- U.S. citizenship
- Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Security Clearance and/or access required for the position
- CompTIA Security+ certification or currently working toward Security+ (desired)
- CompTIA A+, Network+, or other entry-level IT/cybersecurity certification (desired)
- Familiarity with DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) (desired)
- Familiarity with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) (desired)
- Exposure to vulnerability scanning and management tools (desired)
- Familiarity with SIEM concepts or tools (desired)
- Basic understanding of Active Directory, Group Policy, and Windows Server (desired)
- Familiarity with Microsoft Azure, cloud security, or other cloud computing environments (desired)
- Basic knowledge of PowerShell, Python, or other scripting technologies (desired)
- Previous IT help desk, cybersecurity, systems administration, networking, or technical internship experience (desired)
- Familiarity with DoD or U.S. Army IT environments (desired)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills (desired)
Benefits
Comp & perks- Hands-on experience within an enterprise IT and cybersecurity environment
- Work alongside experienced cybersecurity, systems administration, networking, and other technical professionals
- Potential eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay