Junior Cybersecurity Engineer Job Listing at SAIC in Washington, DC (Job ID T2601601)

Description

Description



SAIC is seeking a Junior Cybersecurity Engineer to support a critical U.S. government agency in the National Capital Region. This role is intended for cybersecurity professionals who have completed an entry-level or associate role and are ready to take on increased technical responsibility within a production security environment.

**This hybrid role requires a minimum of three on-site days per week in Washington, DC.**

Responsibilities:

·        Independently perform routine configuration, maintenance, and operational support for enterprise cybersecurity tools including endpoint protection, email and web security, identity platforms, and network security solutions.

·        Conduct daily health checks, investigate alerts, and perform initial troubleshooting before escalating complex issues.

·        Support system upgrades, integrations, and enhancements across cloud and hybrid environments.

·        Maintain accurate documentation for procedures, configurations, and operational changes.

·        Develop and maintain basic automation scripts using PowerShell, Python, or Bash to support operational efficiency.

·        Assist with detection logic, alert tuning, and rule optimization to reduce false positives and improve signal quality.

·        Collaborate with security operations, compliance, and IT teams to support monitoring, reporting, and policy requirements.

·        Identify and recommend improvements to workflows, tooling usage, and documentation.

·        Participate in knowledge sharing and contribute to team technical discussions.

Qualifications



Requirements:

·        Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

·        2 or more years of hands-on experience supporting cybersecurity or IT systems in an enterprise or government environment.

·        Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust requiring U.S. Citizenship.

·        Practical experience working with one or more categories of security tools (endpoint, identity, network, cloud, or logging platforms).

·        Working knowledge of Windows and/or Linux systems.

·        Demonstrated experience with scripting or automation fundamentals using PowerShell, Python, or Bash.

·        Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while seeking guidance when appropriate.

·        Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

·        Experience working with SIEM, logging, or security analytics platforms.

·        Exposure to cloud security controls in Azure, AWS, or GCP.

·        One or more cybersecurity certifications (CompTIA Security+, vendor fundamentals, or equivalent).

·        Experience supporting federal or regulated environments.

Target salary range: $40,001 - $80,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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