[Hiring] Cyber Analyst I @AEVEX

Role Description

The Cybersecurity Analyst I is an entry-level role responsible for security monitoring, alert triage, evidence collection, and daily operational security tasks across regulated environments. Working business hours and partnering with a managed detection and response (MDR) service for off-hours coverage, this role ensures continuous visibility and timely response to security events. This position supports ongoing security operations and compliance efforts, contributing to detection, response, and audit readiness aligned with CMMC Level 2 and NIST 800-171. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, responsive, and interested in building foundational experience in security operations and monitoring within a structured cybersecurity program.

Essential Functions

• Security Monitoring & Alert Triage
  • Monitor security alerts and events across SIEM, endpoint, identity, and cloud platforms
  • Perform initial triage and analysis of alerts to determine validity and severity
  • Escalate confirmed or high-risk events to senior engineers, MDR providers, or leadership as appropriate
  • Maintain awareness of threat activity and indicators across the environment
• Incident Response Support
  • Assist in investigation and response activities for security incidents
  • Collect relevant logs, system data, and artifacts to support incident analysis
  • Document findings and actions taken during incident handling
  • Coordinate with MDR/SOC providers during active security events
• Compliance & Evidence Collection
  • Collect, organize, and maintain security evidence aligned to CMMC Level 2 and NIST 800-171 requirements
  • Support audit readiness by ensuring documentation and evidence is accurate and up to date
  • Assist in tracking control effectiveness and compliance activities
• Security Operations Support
  • Perform routine security checks, monitoring tasks, and operational procedures
  • Assist in maintaining visibility across systems, users, and security tools
  • Support vulnerability tracking and remediation follow-ups as needed
  • Contribute to improving monitoring coverage and alert quality
• Documentation & Reporting
  • Maintain accurate records of alerts, incidents, and operational activities
  • Assist in developing runbooks, standard operating procedures, and documentation
  • Provide clear and concise updates to team members and leadership as needed
• Collaboration & Continuous Learning
  • Work closely with cybersecurity engineers, system administrators, and MDR providers
  • Participate in team initiatives, security projects, and process improvements
  • Continuously build knowledge of security tools, threats, and monitoring techniques
  • Seek guidance and mentorship from senior team members
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with security monitoring concepts and alert triage
• Basic understanding of networking, systems, and security fundamentals
• Exposure to tools such as:
  • SIEM platforms (e.g., CrowdStrike NG SIEM, Splunk, Sentinel)
  • EDR tools (e.g., CrowdStrike or similar)
  • Microsoft security stack (Defender, Entra ID)
• Basic understanding of:
  • Incident response processes and security operations
  • Threat detection and common attack techniques
  • Compliance frameworks (CMMC, NIST 800-171)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes
• Good communication and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently during assigned hours while coordinating with external MDR support

Education / Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or other related field.

Experience

• 0–3 years of experience in IT, cybersecurity, or related technical roles.

Physical Requirements

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 the employee is:

• Constantly required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment
• For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company
• 401(k)-retirement plan
• Professional development funds
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support

Equal Employment Opportunity

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.