Responsibilities & Qualifications

RESPONSIBILITIES

The​Jr.Cybersecurity Engineer ​is expected tobe able to:

• Develop,executeand track the performance of security measures to protect information and network infrastructure and computer systems.

• Design computer security strategy and engineer comprehensive cybersecurity architecture.Identify,defineand document system security requirements and recommend solutions to management.

• Configure,troubleshootandmaintainsecurity infrastructure software and hardware.

• Install software thatmonitorssystems and networks for security breaches and intrusions. 

• Monitor systems for irregular behavior and set up preventive measures. 

• Plan, develop,implementand update company’s information security strategy.

• Implements and designs securitycounter-measuresto respondin the event ofa security breach.

• Coordinates security rules and internal access authorization with IT Operations leadership and management.

• Configures andmaintainsuser access and accounts.

• Ensures compliance with security policies and procedures as well as industry-specific regulations.

• Evaluates and recommends security and equipmentupdatesas necessary.

• Prepares andmaintainstechnical documentation.

• Conducts periodic risk management audits to ensure company security is updated and as effective as possible.

• May design, lead and conduct security policy training and education.

• Research latest security threats and methods to counteract security risks.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• ActiveTop SecretClearance with a CI Poly

• HS, 8-10 years experience; BS 2-4, years experience; MS, 0-2 years experience

Overview

We are seeking a Jr.Cybersecurity Engineerto join our Task Order proposal on the Defense Intelligence Agency’s Solutions for the Information Technology Enterprise III (SITE III).TheJr.Cybersecurity Engineeroversees security plans and details security policies.

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

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Additional Job Information

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: Aurora, Colorado

• Type of environment: Varies

• Noise level: Low

• Work schedule:“Normal work hours” constitute on average 8 hours a day,40 hoursper week (excluding breaks and meal periods) within standard operational hours occurring 0600-1800, Monday-Friday, excluding Federal holidays. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.

• Amount of Travel: 20%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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 use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship

• Clearance requirement:TS/SCI, CI Poly

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

WAGE INFORMATION

Target salary range: $142,000.00-160,000.00. The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact hr@teksynap.com for assistance.

Job Locations US-CO-Denver

ID 2025-7542

Category Cybersecurity

Type Regular Full-Time