We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Cybersecurity Engineer to join our growing security team. This entry-level role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals passionate about cybersecurity. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to explore and grow in various domains including Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), Penetration Testing, and Security Operations Center (SOC) activities.
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Depending on the track assigned, responsibilities may include:
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GRC Track:
- Assist in developing and maintaining cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures.
- Support risk assessments and compliance audits (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, ECC).
- Help track remediation efforts and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements.
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Penetration Testing Track:
- Participate in vulnerability assessments and penetration testing of networks, applications, and systems.
- Document findings and assist in developing mitigation strategies.
- Stay updated with the latest exploits, tools, and techniques.
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SOC Track:
- Monitor security alerts and events using SIEM tools.
- Assist in incident response and investigation.
- Perform log analysis and threat hunting under supervision.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles, tools, and frameworks.
- Familiarity with networking, operating systems, and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
Preferred Skills:
- Internships or academic projects in cybersecurity.
- Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, or equivalent.
- Exposure to tools like Wireshark, Nessus, Burp Suite, or Splunk.
