Junior Security Engineer

Summary

Dragonfli Group is a cybersecurity and IT consulting firm serving federal agencies and Fortune 100 enterprises. The company is seeking a Junior Security Engineer to support cybersecurity modernization through cloud systems management, security solution integration, automation, and AI-based solutions in a fully remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Help ensure appropriate security controls are in place to safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure
• Support the design and integration of security solutions for complex problems, system administration issues, and network concerns
• Perform systems management and integration functions, primarily in cloud environments
• Support the integration and development of automated and AI-based solutions in complex cloud environments
• Assist senior engineers with configuration, hardening, and monitoring of security tooling
• Support evidence collection, control testing, and documentation for the agency’s security engineering activities
• Help maintain and enhance the agency’s cybersecurity environment and toolsets under the direction of the engineering team
• Assist with maintaining Security Configuration Baseline Management (SCBM) artifacts and STIG-based hardening checklists to help reduce configuration drift
• Support Security Controls Traceability Matrix (SCTM) updates and help prepare materials for Change Advisory Board (CAB) review of proposed engineering changes
• Escalate technical issues promptly, documenting what was tried, what was observed, and what remains open

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information technology, or a closely related field
• A demonstrated cybersecurity background through coursework, internships, labs, certifications, or prior professional work
• Working familiarity with Microsoft Azure
• Understanding of core security concepts: access control, encryption, logging and monitoring, vulnerability management
• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency, with all work performed within the continental U.S
• Ability to pass a federal agency suitability or background investigation
• Cloud fundamentals and cloud systems integration (Microsoft Azure)
• Security control concepts and secure configuration basics
• Scripting and task automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash)
• Familiarity with SIEM (Splunk), vulnerability scanning (Qualys, Tenable), and endpoint security tooling
• Logging, monitoring, and basic incident triage concepts
• Networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, and segmentation
• Exposure to AI-assisted and low-code/no-code security capabilities
• Exposure to configuration baseline management (SCBM), STIG-based hardening, control traceability (SCTM), and change management (CAB) processes
• Technical documentation and evidence capture
• Clear written and verbal communication with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to work independently and as a contributing member of a distributed team
• Comfort operating in a fully remote setting with a camera-on meeting culture
• Sound judgment about when to decide and when to escalate
• Collaborative posture with system owners, business owners, developers, and assessors
• Attention to documentation quality and follow-through on commitments
• Internship, co-op, or 1 to 2 years of professional experience in a security or IT operations role
• Scripting experience in Python, PowerShell, or Bash
• Exposure to security automation, low-code/no-code platforms, or AI-assisted tooling
• Familiarity with NIST SP 800-53 control families
• Security+ or an equivalent entry-level certification
• Prior exposure to federal or otherwise regulated environments
• Candidates with previous federal contracting experience are preferred

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information technology, or a closely related field
• A demonstrated cybersecurity background through coursework, internships, labs, certifications, or prior professional work
• Working familiarity with Microsoft Azure
• Understanding of core security concepts: access control, encryption, logging and monitoring, vulnerability management
• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency, with all work performed within the continental U.S
• Ability to pass a federal agency suitability or background investigation
• Cloud fundamentals and cloud systems integration (Microsoft Azure)
• Security control concepts and secure configuration basics
• Scripting and task automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash)
• Familiarity with SIEM (Splunk), vulnerability scanning (Qualys, Tenable), and endpoint security tooling
• Logging, monitoring, and basic incident triage concepts
• Networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, and segmentation
• Exposure to AI-assisted and low-code/no-code security capabilities
• Exposure to configuration baseline management (SCBM), STIG-based hardening, control traceability (SCTM), and change management (CAB) processes
• Technical documentation and evidence capture
• Clear written and verbal communication with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to work independently and as a contributing member of a distributed team
• Comfort operating in a fully remote setting with a camera-on meeting culture
• Sound judgment about when to decide and when to escalate
• Collaborative posture with system owners, business owners, developers, and assessors
• Attention to documentation quality and follow-through on commitments

Nice to Haves

• Internship, co-op, or 1 to 2 years of professional experience in a security or IT operations role
• Scripting experience in Python, PowerShell, or Bash
• Exposure to security automation, low-code/no-code platforms, or AI-assisted tooling
• Familiarity with NIST SP 800-53 control families
• Security+ or an equivalent entry-level certification
• Prior exposure to federal or otherwise regulated environments
• Candidates with previous federal contracting experience are preferred

Benefits

• Medical: Multiple POS health plan options including an HSA-compatible plan
• Dental: PPO coverage for preventive, basic, and major services
• Vision: Annual exam, frames, lenses, and contact lens allowance
• 401(k): Employer match up to 5% of eligible compensation
• Long-Term Disability: 100% employer-paid coverage at 50% of pre-disability earnings
• Life Insurance & AD&D: 100% employer-paid coverage valued at $10,000 each
• PTO: 15–25 days annually based on tenure
• Paid Federal Holidays: All 11 federal holidays observed