Cybersecurity Engineer

GeekSI; Tallahassee (FL); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Tallahassee is looking for a Cybersecurity Engineer to design and maintain cybersecurity solutions. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience in the field. Strong problem-solving skills and familiarity with federal security standards are essential. This remote position offers a comprehensive health insurance package, but no sponsorship is available.

Benefits

100% employer contribution toward health insurance premiums

50% employer contribution for dependents

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience as a Cybersecurity Engineer.
• Familiarity with federal security standards (e.g., NIST RMF, FedRAMP).

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain cybersecurity solutions for enterprise environments.
• Monitor, investigate, and respond to security incidents.

Skills

Experience as a Cybersecurity Engineer

Experience with SIEM, IDS/IPS

Strong problem-solving skills

Basic scripting or automation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent

Tools

SIEM tools

Vulnerability scanners

Endpoint protection tools

Job description

Overview

GeekSI is seeking candidates matching its corporate culture. A candidate must be passionate about their craft, but be someone who may think a little differently than the average employee. After joining the Geek Team, they will inherently contribute to GeekSI's reputation of providing the best, most innovative technical resources in the industry who ultimately not only care about their customers, but about their customer's business, clients and end-users. Work hard, play hard!

Anticipated Hire Date: Late September, early October, 2025

GeekSI covers 100 percent employer contribution toward health insurance premiums for employees and 50 percent for dependents.

The remote Cybersecurity Engineer is expected to serve as a technical expert responsible for architecting, engineering, implementing, and optimizing cybersecurity solutions across enterprise environments. This role supports federal cybersecurity initiatives by developing and applying advanced security strategies, tools, and processes that safeguard systems, networks, and data.

We are currently NOT offering Sponsorship. For example, no H-1B, O-1, E-3, EAD, TN or any related sponsorships.

Must-Haves

• Must currently reside in the US
• Must have a Bachelor\'s degree in related field or equivalent
• Experience: 2 years of experience as a Cybersecurity Engineer
• Experience with SIEM, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint protection tools
• Familiarity with federal security standards (e.g., NIST RMF, FedRAMP)
• Basic scripting or automation skills (Python, PowerShell, etc.)
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Security+, CEH, or similar certification

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain cybersecurity solutions for enterprise and federal environments
• Configure and optimize tools such as SIEMs, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and remediation
• Integrate security into cloud, hybrid, and on-premises systems
• Monitor, investigate, and respond to security incidents
• Document security architectures, configurations, and compliance reports
• Stay current on emerging threats, tools, and compliance requirements

Note: WE ARE CURRENTLY NOT OFFERING SPONSORSHIP

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GeekSI provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, veteran or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment or career development.

Thank you for your interest in being part of the Geek Team!

Company Description

Geeks Develop Software. We Do it Brilliantly.

GeekSI was founded in 1998, born out of a desire to deliver customer-first service that does not compromise on quality and is built on technical acumen, integrity, and a passion to serve. GeekSI is a Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) certified business, Women Owned Small Business (WOSB), and a Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) certified business. We provide the highest quality IT and engineering services to state and federal governments, as well as the commercial industry, and have done so for over 25 years now. GeekSI’s technical expertise spans many business domains including Health IT & Benefits, and has supported clients such as the Department of Veteran Affairs, the State of Florida Department of Health, the U.S. Army, and many more. Our highest priority is doing business the right way: forging trust by delivering results.