Cybersecurity Engineer II

Job 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
· Prior service in the US Armed Forces or direct experience supporting military programs as a defense contractor.