IT Cybersecurity Engineer
Core
Deploy, tune, and operate security tooling (SIEM, EDR, vulnerability scanning) and manage identity systems to protect IT environments while supporting federal compliance frameworks.
Role type
hands-on IT cybersecurity engineer
Builds
secure IT infrastructure and compliance documentation (SSP, POA&M)
Domain
manufacturing + IT security + federal compliance
Required skills
SIEM, endpoint detection and response (EDR), vulnerability scanning, Active Directory/Entra ID, MFA, least-privilege access, conditional access, patch management, incident response, NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-171/CMMC
Preferred skills
ISA/IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82, OT security, defense contractor experience, CompTIA Security+, GSEC, CySA+, CCP
Technologies
Azure Active Directory/Entra ID, Windows, SIEM, EDR, vulnerability scanners
Responsibilities
Deploy and operate core security tooling; administer and harden identity systems; run vulnerability scans and drive remediation; monitor alerts and lead incident response; support NIST SP 800-53 and CMMC compliance assessments; own patch management; review new IT systems for security; maintain security procedures and audit evidence; support security awareness training; partner with Automation and OT teams on security integration
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC