[Hiring] Cybersecurity Engineer II @CDM INNOVATIONS

Role Description

CDM Innovations has an exciting opportunity for an early-career Cybersecurity Engineer II supporting the administration, maintenance, and security of Windows, cloud, network, and cybersecurity infrastructure. This position is ideal for a systems-focused engineer or administrator looking to expand their cybersecurity engineering experience while working under the direction and mentorship of a Principal Engineer. This role is full-time and remote.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the administration, maintenance, configuration, and security of Windows systems, cloud environments, networks, firewalls, and supporting infrastructure
• Perform routine system administration, including system configuration, software installation, patching, updates, account/access administration, and system maintenance
• Monitor system health, availability, performance, and security, and troubleshoot system, network, application, and cloud infrastructure issues
• Support the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of virtual machines and cloud infrastructure in Microsoft Azure, AWS, and/or Google Cloud
• Assist with the configuration and troubleshooting of networking, DNS, routing, TCP/IP, firewalls, and network access controls
• Apply and maintain system security configurations, hardening standards, and security baselines
• Conduct vulnerability scans, review findings, assist with remediation, and validate corrective actions
• Monitor and analyze SIEM, endpoint, IDS/IPS, firewall, Windows, and cloud security logs for potential security events
• Support patch and vulnerability management activities across Windows, cloud, and network infrastructure
• Assist with incident response, including log collection, system investigation, technical troubleshooting, containment, and recovery activities
• Support implementation and maintenance of endpoint security and system monitoring tools
• Assist with DISA STIG reviews, RMF activities, security configuration assessments, and other cybersecurity compliance requirements
• Develop and maintain system documentation, network diagrams, configuration documentation, security procedures, and technical operating procedures
• Use and develop basic PowerShell, Python, JSON, or similar scripts and automation to support system administration, data collection, and cybersecurity activities
• Research and troubleshoot system and security issues and assist senior engineering staff with developing and implementing technical solutions
• Collect and analyze system, network, cloud, and cybersecurity metrics to support technical and management decision-making
• Work under the direction and mentorship of senior engineering personnel to support the secure operation and continuous improvement of enterprise systems and cybersecurity infrastructure

Qualifications

• Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
• Clearance: Must pass a background check
• Certifications: CompTIA Security+ or equivalent
• Minimum Experience:
  • 3-5 years of hands-on system administration, systems engineering, network administration, or infrastructure engineering experience
  • Hands-on experience administering Windows operating systems
  • Experience supporting cloud environments such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud
  • Working knowledge of networking fundamentals, firewalls, DNS, routing, TCP/IP, and access controls
  • Experience troubleshooting system, network, application, or cloud infrastructure issues
  • Familiarity with system hardening, patching, vulnerability management, and security configuration
  • Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts including SIEM, vulnerability scanning, endpoint security, firewalls, and security logging
  • Familiarity with RMF, DISA STIGs, or security configuration baselines
  • Basic scripting or automation experience using PowerShell, Python, JSON, or similar technologies
• Preferred Experience:
  • Currently enrolled or graduate of a Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related STEM field
  • CompTIA Cloud+ or related certifications such as AWS or Azure
  • Experience working with DoD or federal civilian agencies
  • Familiarity with DISA STIGs, STIG Viewer, and RMF documentation
  • DoD 8140 (IAT II) preferred

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching

Company Description

This is a remote position.