Junior Cybersecurity Engineer

SAIC • Washington, DC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

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.

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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level