Junior Security Engineer - Augusta, GA

MAXISIQ, Inc.; Augusta (GA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

MAXISIQ, Inc. is seeking a Junior Security Engineer to maintain responsibilities supporting DoD RMF and ICD 503, focusing on secure engineering, system hardening, and vulnerability remediation.

You will implement NIST SP 800-53 controls, automate configurations with Ansible, and collaborate across teams to improve security posture. This hybrid role may be located in San Antonio, Augusta, or Fort Meade area.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as an Information Systems Security Engineer or Security Engineer with RMF experience.
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability management and remediation across multiple operating systems.
• Proficiency with automation tools (Ansible) and scripting (Python/Bash).
• Working knowledge of virtualization platforms (VMware/ESXi) and container technologies (Docker).
• Familiarity with network device hardening: Cisco and Juniper; apply DISA STIGs/SCAPs/CIS Benchmarks.

Responsibilities

• Assist developing layered protections and cybersecurity SOPs for authorization boundaries.
• Perform vulnerability management and implement fixes across Windows, Linux/Unix, and containers.
• Automate security remediation configurations using Ansible and scripting (Python/Bash).
• Implement and maintain DISA STIGs and CIS Benchmarks across platforms and devices.
• Support RMF Continuous Monitoring and remediations on system POA&Ms; collaborate with developers on secure coding.

Skills

RMF experience

Vulnerability management

Automation

Python scripting

Bash scripting

Security architecture

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Ansible

VMware/ESXi

Docker

Cisco IOS-XE

Juniper devices

Job description

• Compensation: USD 140,000 - USD 160,000 - yearly

Company Description

At MAXISIQ, curious minds tackle real-world cyber challenges that matter. Teams develop, test, and secure advanced technology powering today’s and tomorrow’s missions. We experiment with the latest tools, prototype new solutions, and see projects go from concept to action. You will apply technical expertise to projects requiring rapid prototyping, secure integration, and the development of actionable solutions for clients who depend on leading-edge capabilities. Creative problem-solving is encouraged, and growth happens through hands-on work across software, hardware, and network security. If you want to make an impact, solve complex technical puzzles, and help defend critical systems, this is a place where your skills matter and your ideas shape the future of technology.

Job Description

MAXISIQ is seeking a highly skilledJunior Security Engineerto maintain responsibility for all duties in support of Department of Defense (DoD), Risk Management Framework (RMF), and Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 503, while applying strong security engineering principles and hands-on technical expertise. In addition to intermediate to advanced knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 security controls and CNSSI 1253, this role emphasizes engineering experience across system hardening, automation, and vulnerability remediation.

You will provide systems security engineering and architecture principles in support of RMF, including specification, design, development, implementation, and modification of information system components. The successful candidate will not only select, tailor, and implement NIST SP 800-53 security controls for RMF Assessment and Authorization (A&A) but also actively engineer solutions to remediate vulnerabilities and improve system security posture.

This is a hybrid role with possible locations in San Antonio, Augusta and the Fort Meade area.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist developing layered protections and establish cybersecurity SOPs or guidelines for authorization boundaries.
• Perform vulnerability management and implement fix actions across Windows, Linux/Unix, and containerized environments.
• Engineer and automate and deploy security remediation configurations using tools such as Ansible and scripting in Python and Bash.
• Implement and maintain DISA STIGs and CIS Benchmarks across diverse platforms, including RHEL, Ubuntu, Windows operating systems, VMware/ESXi, and 3rd-party applications, as well as network devices such as Cisco (NXOS, ASRs, IOS-XE, ASA) and Juniper.
• Support container security engineering with Docker and related technologies.
• Conduct vulnerability scans using ACAS, interpret results, and drive remediation efforts.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure secure coding practices and integrate security into CI/CD pipelines.
• Delineate physical and logical security boundaries for systems and networks.
• Ensure software developers are trained on secure software development practices.
• Generate and interpret vulnerability scans, implement STIGs and CIS Benchmarks, and support RMF Continuous Monitoring activities, including remediating and/or mitigating findings on system POA&Ms.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as an Information Systems Security Engineer or Security Engineer with RMF experience.
• Possess working knowledge of cybersecurity tools, such as ACAS, DISA STIGs/SCAPs/CIS Benchmarks.
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability management and remediation across multiple operating systems.
• Proficiency with automation tools (Ansible) and scripting (Python/Bash).
• Working knowledge of virtualization platforms (VMware/ESXi) and container technologies (Docker).
• Familiarity with network device hardening and STIG implementation for Cisco and Juniper platforms.
• Experience applying DISA STIGs, SCAPs, and CIS Benchmarks.
• Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Security Architect certifications IAW DoD Directive 8140.01 (e.g., CompTIA CASP, Cisco CCSP, SANS GSEC).

Additional Information

At MAXISIQ, inclusion drives innovation. We are committed to creating a diverse and equitable workplace where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employmentincluding Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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