Associate Security Engineer

JOB TITLE: Associate Security Engineer

DEPARTMENT: Operations/Security Operations

REPORT TO: Senior Director of Security Operations

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time, Exempt

LOCATION: Open - Hybrid (Tysons Corner Office)

CITIZENSHIP: U.S. Citizenship required

CLEARANCE & LEVEL: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.  

BASE SALARY: (Based on exp.): $100k - $110k

POSITION DESCRIPTION

If you're ready to take your career to new heights, Blast Off with us as an Associate Security Engineer! This position supports the Security Operations Team in maintaining and enhancing the organization’s security posture. This role works closely with the Security Operations Team to help protect information assets, assist in implementing security controls, and contribute to incident response efforts. This role will assist in ensuring compliance with NIST standards and other regulatory requirements, while also helping to address both internal and external security challenges. If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey with us, please apply now. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Security Engineering Support:

·         Assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of security systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and other security tools.

·         Support the configuration and management of security software and hardware to ensure the protection of the organization's network and data.

·         Contribute to the development and maintenance of security architectures and guidelines.

Threat Detection & Monitoring:

·         Monitor security alerts and analyze logs for potential threats or incidents.

·         Participate in threat detection activities, using security tools to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities in the organization’s systems.

·         Assist with vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to evaluate the effectiveness of security measures.

Incident Response:

·         Support the Incident Response Team in investigating and responding to security incidents, breaches, or attacks.

·         Participate in post-incident analysis and reporting, helping to implement lessons learned to strengthen security measures.

·         Assist in the development and maintenance of incident response playbooks and procedures.

Compliance & Reporting:

·         Assist in ensuring compliance with industry standards (e.g., NIST) and other regulatory requirements related to security.

·         Aid in preparing security reports for internal and external stakeholders, documenting security incidents, compliance status, and risk management activities.

·         Contribute to audits and assessments by gathering necessary data and supporting documentation.

Security Awareness & Training:

·         Assist in the creation and delivery of security awareness training for staff to promote best practices in cybersecurity.

·         Stay abreast of the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and trends, and share knowledge with the security team.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement:

·         Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that security is integrated into all aspects of IT and business operations.

·         Provide recommendations for improving security processes and practices based on industry trends and evolving threats.

·         Participate in security projects and initiatives as assigned by the Senior Director of Security Operations.

·         Perform other duties as assigned by your manager.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

·         There are no supervisory responsibilities for this role.

EDUCATION AND KNOWLEDGE

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.


• 1-3 years of experience in information security or related technical roles.


• Basic knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., NIST) and other regulatory requirements.


• Understands basic networking, operating systems, and cloud security concepts.


• Experience with security tools such as firewalls, SIEMs, and endpoint protection is a plus.


• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, or CISSP (Associate) are preferred.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.


• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and across departments.


• Eager to learn and stay current with emerging security technologies and threats.


• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively contribute to security documentation and reports.

TRAVEL

·         15% - 20% of domestic travel may be required for this role.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk.

Eutelsat America Corp and OneWeb Technologies are an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.