Jr. Cybersecurity Engineer

Position Overview

Imagineeer, a leader in data transformation and federal modernization, is seeking an enthusiastic Cybersecurity Engineer (Junior level) to support security compliance and authorization processes for federal government clients. In this entry-level, remote, full-time role, you will assist with documentation, security control assessments, and continuous monitoring while developing expertise in the NIST Risk Management Framework and FISMA requirements. Applicants must be U.S. Citizens capable of obtaining a Public Trust clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in gathering, organizing, and maintaining documentation for security authorization packages
• Support the development and upkeep of System Security Plans (SSPs)
• Help track and document Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M)
• Participate in security control assessments under the guidance of senior staff
• Assist in vulnerability scanning, tracking, and basic analysis
• Maintain and update various security compliance documents
• Collect and organize evidence for security controls implementation
• Support continuous monitoring tasks to maintain system authorization
• Participate in security meetings, working groups, and status reviews
• Learn and apply the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) to real-world projects
• Assist in preparing basic security documentation, reports, and checklists
• Support system inventory maintenance and asset management
• Help track security metrics and contribute to report generation
• Assist with basic security testing activities under supervision

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
• 0-2 years of experience in cybersecurity, information technology, or related areas
• CompTIA Security+ certification (or the ability to obtain it within 6 months of hire)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and concepts
• Familiarity with NIST frameworks and standards, such as NIST 800-53
• General knowledge of security controls, risk management, and compliance processes
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate documentation
• Good organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Basic technical writing and documentation skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and standard operating procedures
• Demonstrated aptitude for learning and applying new concepts and technologies
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Team-oriented mindset and willingness to collaborate
• Basic understanding of networking concepts (e.g., IP addresses, firewalls, protocols)
• Strong desire and willingness to learn cybersecurity compliance frameworks and technologies

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous internship, co-op, or academic project experience in cybersecurity or IT
• Familiarity with the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Understanding of FISMA compliance requirements
• Basic experience with vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Nessus, Qualys)
• Exposure to security documentation (SSP, POA&M, SAR)
• Experience working with federal government systems or environments
• Additional cybersecurity certifications such as CAP, CEH, CASP+, or CISSP (Associate)
• Familiarity with documentation management systems (e.g., SharePoint, Confluence)
• Basic scripting or programming knowledge (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell)
• Exposure to Linux/Unix operating systems
• Familiarity with cloud computing concepts (e.g., AWS, Azure, FedRAMP basics)
• Experience with tracking tools such as JIRA or similar project management software
• Interest in pursuing a career in security compliance, governance, and risk management

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance