Overview
On Site
70/hr - 80/hr
Full Time
Skills
Mergers and Acquisitions
Hardening
IT Management
CISSP
Certified Ethical Hacker
CISM
SIEM
Splunk
IDS
IPS
Access Control
NIST SP 800 Series
Communication
Cyber Security
Computer Networking
Computer Hardware
Switches
Firewall
Routers
Wireless Communication
Provisioning
Workflow
Risk Management
FOCUS
Network
Endpoint Protection
Incident Management
Regulatory Compliance
Auditing
Documentation
Security Engineering
Real-time
Reporting
Job Details
A Massachusetts-based government agency is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer for a contract-to-hire opportunity in Boston, MA. This role is ideal for a hands-on cybersecurity professional looking to secure complex infrastructure and protect sensitive digital assets across multiple office locations.
In this position, you'll provide critical support for cybersecurity operations-ranging from real-time threat detection and response to long-term system hardening and risk reduction. The role also involves collaborating with IT leadership to align security solutions with enterprise-wide goals. Some after-hours availability will be needed to support emergency response and scheduled system maintenance.
Required Skills & Experience
Desired Skills & Experience
What You Will Be Doing
Technology Focus
40% Network & Endpoint Protection
30% Security Incident Handling
20% Compliance Audits & Vulnerability Remediation
10% Documentation & Strategic Support
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
60% Security Engineering & Configuration
25% Real-Time Monitoring & Alerts
15% Collaborative Projects & Reporting
In this position, you'll provide critical support for cybersecurity operations-ranging from real-time threat detection and response to long-term system hardening and risk reduction. The role also involves collaborating with IT leadership to align security solutions with enterprise-wide goals. Some after-hours availability will be needed to support emergency response and scheduled system maintenance.
Required Skills & Experience
- 3+ years of IT experience, with a minimum of 2 years dedicated to cybersecurity functions.
- Bachelor's degree in IT, engineering, or a related technical field-or equivalent certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or CISM.
- Hands-on experience with:
- Threat detection tools and SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk)
- Firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection
- Conducting and analyzing vulnerability scans
- Implementing security policies and access controls
- Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks like NIST 800-61 and CIS Controls.
- Strong communication and documentation capabilities.
Desired Skills & Experience
- Background supporting cybersecurity in regulated or government environments.
- Proficiency with networking hardware: switches, firewalls, routers, wireless access points, etc.
- Understanding of secure provisioning and deprovisioning workflows.
- Experience conducting audits and recommending risk mitigation strategies.
What You Will Be Doing
Technology Focus
40% Network & Endpoint Protection
30% Security Incident Handling
20% Compliance Audits & Vulnerability Remediation
10% Documentation & Strategic Support
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
60% Security Engineering & Configuration
25% Real-Time Monitoring & Alerts
15% Collaborative Projects & Reporting
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