What you'll do:

As a cybersecurity associate engineer, you'll work alongside experienced engineers and clients across industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, finance, utilities, government, outdoor recreation, and everything in between. You'll build expertise in current and emerging security technologies, developing your problem-solving skills as you tackle challenges that don't always have a documented answer. Your work will help protect sensitive patient data, safeguard financial transactions, and support the security of critical infrastructure.

In this role, you'll contribute to client projects as part of a collaborative team, supporting efforts to strengthen their cybersecurity posture and keep their data secure. You'll gain hands-on experience across a range of work, from assisting with forensic investigations to participating in client workshops, guided by senior team members along the way. We believe in learning by doing, and we'll support your growth every step of the way. Ready to jump in and grow your skills? We'd love to hear from you!

Some specifics:

• Analyze and improve infrastructure and application cybersecurity, performance, and availability
• Draft high-value, detailed documentation on everything from technology reviews and incident findings to application vulnerabilities and cybersecurity program plans
• Assist with both application and infrastructure penetration testing
• Conduct periodic system and network vulnerability scans using tools such as Nessus, Nmap, and Wireshark
• Investigate suspected cybersecurity breaches and run forensic investigations
• Build relationships with existing clients and obtain new clients of your own, leading complete sales cycles, including proposal writing and closing the deal!

What you'll bring:

• Strong client-focused work ethic
• Passion for technology
• The ability to multitask and re-prioritize on the fly
• A keen eye for detail and incremental improvements
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-action environment
• Hands-on experience in a production environment with relevant technologies
• Excellent consulting, communicating, and relationship-building skills
• 4-year college degree, or progress towards such a degree
• A willingness to travel occasionally (2-3x/year)
• Experience in an IT Ops role, such as helpdesk, system administrator, or network administrator

Compensation:

• $70,000/year - $95,000/year (depending on applicant's credentials and experience)

Benefits:

• Generous PTO | Health, Dental, Life Insurance | Flexible Schedule | $1000 Outdoor Pass | Parental Leave | 401k Matching | Sabbatical | Professional Development | Dog-Friendly Office | Charitable Match | Paid Volunteer Time | Cell Phone Reimbursement | Team Retreats | Micro-Bonuses | Partial Remote Work Options
• 4-day workweek

Proof of current COVID-19 vaccination status is a requirement for employment at Rule4. Flu vaccinations also required.

Due to government contract requirements, this role requires US Citizenship.