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Cybersecurity Associate Engineer

USUS·Bouldermid
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Key Responsibilities

As a cybersecurity associate engineer, you'll work alongside experienced engineers and clients across industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, finance, utilities, government, outdoor recreation,

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Responsibilities

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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!
  • 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

Our people are committed to supporting each other and our clients like family. We are resilient AF and know what it is like to operate in hard situations together. Each day here offers an opportunity to challenge yourself personally and professionally alongside a team that wants to see you succeed. If you are the kind of person who isn't looking for your typical 9-5 career and won’t leave well enough alone, then you will feel right at home.

  • You're looking for a technology startup and value the independence entrepreneurship offers.
  • You LOVE applying technology, and you spend time learning new platforms, systems, or tools... just because it's fun and really frickin' cool!
  • You thrive on teams of hard-working, detail-oriented, committed individuals.
  • You want to work in beautiful Boulder, Colorado.
  • You want exposure to all kinds of industries, technologies, and cloud platforms! Bring all the things!
  • You love a challenge and are comfortable solving problems for which there may not be a clear-cut answer.
  • You can commit to living by our core values.

What We Offer

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

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
Boulder, US
On-site at the office

Listing Details

Posted
September 21, 2026
First seen
October 1, 2026
Last seen
October 4, 2026

Posting Health

Days active
3
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Trust Level
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October 4, 2026

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Cybersecurity Associate Engineer