Associate Security Engineer

Ervin Cable Construction; West Palm Beach (FL); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an Associate Security Engineer at a leading company in cable construction. You will play a vital role in enhancing security measures and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This position offers competitive benefits including remote options, weekly paychecks, and comprehensive insurance coverage, providing you with a fulfilling career path.

Benefits

Weekly Paychecks

Paid Time Off

401(k) w/ Company Match

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of relevant work experience preferred.
• Understanding of encryption algorithms and public/private key infrastructure.
• Knowledge of security protocols and standards.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
• Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments.
• Create and maintain security standards.

Skills

Firewalls

Network Security

Application Security

Vulnerability Assessment

Penetration Testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

EDR/XDR

SIEM

Database Encryption

Job description

Discover a more connected Associate Security Engineer career

At Dycom Industries , as an Associate Security Engineer , you’ll act as a security expert in network and platform efforts, application development, and database design. You’ll help project teams comply with security policies, regulations, contractual obligations, and best practices. As an Associate Security Engineer, you’ll install, monitor, maintain, and optimize security hardware and software. You’ll also resolve security issues promptly and provide end-user training as needed.

Connecting you to great benefits

• Remote
• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

What you’ll do as an Associate Security Engineer

• Identify and assess emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and their business impact.
• Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments, recommend remedial actions, and develop risk mitigation strategies
• Create and maintain security standards for firewalls, network devices, servers, applications, and databases
• Research, evaluate, and implement security hardware and software. Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot security tools
• Research and propose new security technologies and architectures to support enterprise requirements
• Clearly explain security risks and solutions to technical and non-technical staff. Report on residual risk, vulnerabilities, and compliance issues
• Monitor security, troubleshoot problems, and assist with security documentation and authorization requests

What you’ll need

• To be 18 years of age or older
• Authorization to work in the United States for this company
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field; 0-2 years of relevant work experience preferred
• Firewalls, VPN & remote access
• Encryption algorithms, public/private key infrastructure, and digital signatures
• SDLC security, database encryption, application vulnerability discovery, and certificate-based access
• Federated authentication, RBAC, Active Directory, application roles
• EDR/XDR, Email security, SIEM, vulnerability assessment tools

Physical abilities & exposures

• Routinely: Engage in standard office activities such as standing, sitting, and using computers for extended periods
• Occasionally: Travel domestically up to 10% to attend team meetings or training

Why work with us

Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

Building stronger solutions together

Diversity and inclusion are an essential part of our culture and success. Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

What you’ll do as an Associate Security Engineer

• Identify and assess emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and their business impact.
• Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments, recommend remedial actions, and develop risk mitigation strategies
• Create and maintain security standards for firewalls, network devices, servers, applications, and databases
• Research, evaluate, and implement security hardware and software. Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot security tools
• Research and propose new security technologies and architectures to support enterprise requirements
• Clearly explain security risks and solutions to technical and non-technical staff. Report on residual risk, vulnerabilities, and compliance issues
• Monitor security, troubleshoot problems, and assist with security documentation and authorization requests

Connecting you to great benefits

• Remote
• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!