Security Engineer

MaximaTek; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

MaximaTek is seeking a Security Engineer in Atlanta, GA to join a security-focused team. This entry-level role is ideal for recent graduates and professionals with up to 3 years of experience who want to work on cybersecurity, network security, cloud security, vulnerability management and security operations.

The candidate should build a solid foundation in information security, networking, and modern security tools, with a willingness to learn and contribute to security controls, incident

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a related technical field.
• 0–3 years of relevant experience.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity and information security concepts.
• Understanding of networking fundamentals.
• Familiarity with Windows or Linux operating systems.
• Basic understanding of security risks, vulnerabilities, and access controls.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing and maintaining security controls across IT environments.
• Monitor security events, alerts, and potential security threats.
• Assist with vulnerability assessment and remediation activities.
• Analyze security logs and investigate suspicious activities.
• Support network, endpoint, application, and cloud security initiatives.
• Assist with security incident investigation and response.
• Help maintain security policies, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Support identity and access management activities.
• Assist with security assessments and risk analysis.
• Collaborate with IT, infrastructure, cloud, and development teams to address security issues.
• Participate in security testing and vulnerability management activities.
• Assist with security configuration reviews and system hardening.
• Prepare security reports and documentation.
• Support continuous improvement of security processes and controls.
• Stay informed about emerging cybersecurity threats and security best practices.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Information Security

Network Security

Security Engineering

Vulnerability Management

Security Monitoring

Networking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Information Security

Tools

SIEM

Splunk

Microsoft Sentinel

CrowdStrike

Wireshark

Nessus

Vulnerability Assessment

Penetration Testing

IAM

Active Directory

AWS

Python

Docker

NIST

ISO 27001

Security+

Job description

Security Engineer — 0–3 Years / Freshers Welcome

Location: Atlanta, GA, United States

Workplace Type: On-site

Employment Type: Full-time

Seniority Level: Entry Level

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and analytical Security Engineer to join our technology and information security team. This opportunity is ideal for recent graduates and professionals with 0–3 years of experience who are interested in cybersecurity, network security, cloud security, vulnerability management, and security operations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in information security and networking concepts and a willingness to learn modern security technologies and tools.

Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing and maintaining security controls across IT environments.
• Monitor security events, alerts, and potential security threats.
• Assist with vulnerability assessment and remediation activities.
• Analyze security logs and investigate suspicious activities.
• Support network, endpoint, application, and cloud security initiatives.
• Assist with security incident investigation and response.
• Help maintain security policies, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Support identity and access management activities.
• Assist with security assessments and risk analysis.
• Collaborate with IT, infrastructure, cloud, and development teams to address security issues.
• Participate in security testing and vulnerability management activities.
• Assist with security configuration reviews and system hardening.
• Prepare security reports and documentation.
• Support continuous improvement of security processes and controls.
• Stay informed about emerging cybersecurity threats and security best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in:
• Cybersecurity
• Information Security
• Computer Science
• Information Technology
• Information Systems
• or a related technical field.
• 0–3 years of relevant experience.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity and information security concepts.
• Understanding of networking fundamentals.
• Familiarity with operating systems such as Windows or Linux.
• Basic understanding of security risks, vulnerabilities, and access controls.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and documentation skills.

Required Skills

• Cybersecurity
• Information Security
• Network Security
• Security Engineering
• Vulnerability Management
• Security Monitoring
• Networking

Preferred Skills

• SIEM
• Splunk
• Microsoft Sentinel
• CrowdStrike
• Wireshark
• Nessus
• Vulnerability Assessment
• Penetration Testing
• IAM
• Active Directory
• AWS
• Python
• Docker
• NIST
• ISO 27001
• Security+

Soft Skills

• Analytical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Organization
• Time Management
• Willingness to Learn

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field.