Job Description
Work Arrangement
This is a remote position.
Job Overview
The Cybersecurity Analyst I is an entry-level role responsible for security monitoring, alert triage, evidence collection, and daily operational security tasks across regulated environments.
Working business hours and partnering with a managed detection and response (MDR) service for off-hours coverage, this role ensures continuous visibility and timely response to security events. This position supports ongoing security operations and compliance efforts, contributing to detection, response, and audit readiness aligned with CMMC Level 2 and NIST 800-171.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, responsive, and interested in building foundational experience in security operations and monitoring within a structured cybersecurity program.
- Essential Functions
- Security Monitoring & Alert Triage Monitor security alerts and events across SIEM, endpoint, identity, and cloud platformsPerform initial triage and analysis of alerts to determine validity and severityEscalate confirmed or high-risk events to senior engineers, MDR providers, or leadership as appropriateMaintain awareness of threat activity and indicators across the environment
- Incident Response Support Assist in investigation and response activities for security incidentsCollect relevant logs, system data, and artifacts to support incident analysisDocument findings and actions taken during incident handlingCoordinate with MDR/SOC providers during active security events
- Compliance & Evidence Collection Collect, organize, and maintain security evidence aligned to CMMC Level 2 and NIST 800-171 requirementsSupport audit readiness by ensuring documentation and evidence is accurate and up to dateAssist in tracking control effectiveness and compliance activities
- Security Operations Support Perform routine security checks, monitoring tasks, and operational proceduresAssist in maintaining visibility across systems, users, and security toolsSupport vulnerability tracking and remediation follow-ups as neededContribute to improving monitoring coverage and alert quality
- Documentation & Reporting Maintain accurate records of alerts, incidents, and operational activitiesAssist in developing runbooks, standard operating procedures, and documentationProvide clear and concise updates to team members and leadership as needed
- Collaboration & Continuous Learning Work closely with cybersecurity engineers, system administrators, and MDR providersParticipate in team initiatives, security projects, and process improvementsContinuously build knowledge of security tools, threats, and monitoring techniquesSeek guidance and mentorship from senior team members
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Standard Essential Functions
Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices. Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.
- Qualifications and Competencies
- Familiarity with security monitoring concepts and alert triage
- Basic understanding of networking, systems, and security fundamentals
- Exposure to tools such as:
SIEM platforms (e.g., CrowdStrike NG SIEM, Splunk, Sentinel)
EDR tools (e.g., CrowdStrike or similar)
Microsoft security stack (Defender, Entra ID)
- Basic understanding of: Incident response processes and security operationsThreat detection and common attack techniquesCompliance frameworks (CMMC, NIST 800-171)
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes
- Good communication and documentation skills
- Ability to work independently during assigned hours while coordinating with external MDR support
- Education / Certifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or other related field.
- Experience
- 0–3 years of experience in IT, cybersecurity, or related technical roles.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:
Constantly required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment
For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.
- Security Clearance
- Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.
About AEVEX
AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.
AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
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