Junior Security Engineer

Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS055, T1, Band 4

Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Provide 24x7x365 support for enterprise cybersecurity operations, assisting with execution of directed cyber actions under senior guidance.
- Perform basic containment activities, including access changes, application removal, configuration updates, and allow/block list management following established procedures.
- Support vulnerability management activities, including scanning coordination, remediation tracking, and compliance support.
- Assist with implementation and tracking of ISVM-related requirements, ensuring timely remediation and reporting of vulnerabilities.
- Contribute to POA&M tracking activities, supporting remediation efforts and preparation of recurring cybersecurity scorecard data.
- Monitor security tools and alerts, performing initial triage and escalating issues in accordance with defined processes.
- Maintain and update incident records, documentation, and runbooks to support auditability and knowledge management.
- Support testing and validation activities related to patching, upgrades, configuration changes, and cyber actions.
- Assist with spill response activities and follow established procedures to support containment and recovery efforts.
- Provide support across enterprise platforms including cloud environments, operating systems, databases, and network/security infrastructure.

Job-Specific Minimum Requirements:
- 1+ years of experience in cybersecurity operations, security governance, or enterprise security program support

- Experience supporting cybersecurity operations, vulnerability management, or IT security functions.

- Familiarity with basic incident response and containment procedures.

- Understanding of vulnerability management processes and compliance requirements (e.g., scanning, remediation tracking).

- Experience working with security tools, monitoring systems, or ticketing platforms.

- Ability to follow standard operating procedures and security runbooks.

- Experience supporting documentation, incident tracking, and compliance reporting activities.

- Basic understanding of cloud (AWS/Azure), operating systems, and network security concepts.

- Ability to work in a 24/7 operational environment with defined escalation procedures.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust is required.

An active Public Trust and/or DHS suitability is preferred.

Must be a U.S.

Citizen without dual citizenship.

- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

- Familiarity supporting large-scale enterprise security operations environments

- Familiarity with risk management, POA&M governance, and compliance frameworks

- Experience coordinating with security operations centers and external security organizations

- Basic knowledge of ITIL-based i...