Junior Security Engineer

Job Summary

The Junior Security Engineer supports 24x7 enterprise cybersecurity operations by monitoring security tools, performing initial incident triage, and assisting with containment, vulnerability management, and compliance activities. The role works under senior guidance to execute defined cyber actions, maintain incident documentation, support POA&M and ISVM tracking, and assist with patching, testing, and spill response.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in cybersecurity operations, security governance, or enterprise security program support
• Experience supporting cybersecurity operations, vulnerability management, or IT security functions
• Familiarity with basic incident response and containment procedures
• Understanding of vulnerability management processes and compliance requirements (e.g., scanning, remediation tracking)
• Experience working with security tools, monitoring systems, or ticketing platforms
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and security runbooks
• Experience supporting documentation, incident tracking, and compliance reporting activities
• Basic understanding of cloud (AWS/Azure), operating systems, and network security concepts
• Ability to work in a 24/7 operational environment with defined escalation procedures

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen without dual citizenship
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Familiarity supporting large-scale enterprise security operations environments
• Familiarity with risk management, POA&M governance, and compliance frameworks
• Experience coordinating with security operations centers and external security organizations
• Basic knowledge of ITIL-based incident and change management processes
• Some reporting, metrics, and dashboard development experience
• Strong communication skills

Pay

Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation.