Junior Security Specialist

Strategic Operational Solutions (STOPSO) is seeking a Junior Security Specialist to support the Department of Justice's Executive Office for Immigration Review Office of Information Technology. The role supports daily cybersecurity operations, including security monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, insider threat analysis, compliance activities, and cybersecurity reporting.

What you'll do:

• Monitor cybersecurity alerts and events using Government-provided cybersecurity tools
• Analyze security event information from SIEM, endpoint protection, vulnerability management, and related cybersecurity systems
• Assist with security event triage and initial investigation activities
• Identify and document suspicious activity and potential cybersecurity incidents
• Support daily cybersecurity operations functions
• Support incident response activities under direction of the Cybersecurity Lead
• Assist with collection, preservation, and analysis of incident-related information
• Support maintenance of incident records and case documentation
• Perform research and analysis regarding emerging cyber threats and vulnerabilities
• Assist in development of lessons learned documentation following security events
• Assist with execution and review of vulnerability scans
• Support vulnerability remediation activities

What they're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or closely related field
• Minimum two (2) years of experience supporting cybersecurity operations, incident response, vulnerability management, SOC operations, or related cybersecurity disciplines
• Experience using cybersecurity monitoring and analysis tools
• Familiarity with SIEM platforms, vulnerability scanning tools, endpoint security technologies, and cybersecurity ticketing systems
• Ability to work effectively within a team-oriented cybersecurity operations environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOJ Public Trust clearance
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Knowledge of NIST Cybersecurity Framework and NIST 800-series publications
• Knowledge of FISMA, OMB Circular A-130, and federal cybersecurity requirements
• Experience with threat hunting, incident analysis, malware investigations, and vulnerability remediation