Cyber Security Engineer II

Role Overview

• Act as a technical cybersecurity and infrastructure POC for security and compliance-driven requirements.
• Support requests related to system builds, secure configurations, networking, and access controls.
• Work directly with engineering, IT, and business teams to implement compliant and secure technical solutions.
• Translate security, infrastructure, and data protection requirements into actionable, auditable implementations.
• Administer and support Windows Server, Active Directory, and Linux systems, including baseline configuration and hardening.
• Assist with secure Linux builds and ongoing system administration to support enterprise workloads.
• Configure and troubleshoot networking components, including firewalls, VLANs, ACLs, and VPNs, to support segmented and secure environments.
• Support secure connectivity across enterprise systems and supporting infrastructure.
• Support secure workloads and configurations within GCC High, Azure Government, and AWS GovCloud environments.
• Implement and support security controls using Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Defender, and related Microsoft security tooling.
• Assist with data classification, labeling, and access enforcement in regulated environments.
• Support identity and access management using Entra ID (Azure AD), Conditional Access, and device compliance mechanisms.
• Support and maintain endpoint protection and detection using CrowdStrike.
• Assist with secure remote access and traffic inspection using Zscaler.
• Help investigate and remediate security events impacting enterprise systems.
• Support vulnerability remediation and secure baseline enforcement across environments.
• Apply strong technical expertise in routing, switching, and secure interconnectivity of systems and devices.
• Support the implementation and execution of CMMC Level 2, NIST 800-171, and DFARS aligned requirements across regulated environments.
• Assist with technical control implementation related to access control, audit logging, system hardening, and sensitive data protection.
• Support evidence collection, technical documentation, and audit readiness activities.
• Work closely with cybersecurity leadership to ensure systems remain compliant and defensible during assessments.
• Develop and maintain PowerShell, Python, or Bash scripts to support system configuration, automation, and reporting.
• Assist with repeatable and auditable deployments for Windows, Linux, and cloud environments.
• Improve operational consistency, security posture, and compliance through automation and documentation.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or other related field.
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, systems engineering, DevOps, or enterprise infrastructure roles supporting regulated environments.
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including firewalls, VLANs, routing, VPNs, and zero-trust access patterns.
• Working knowledge of CMMC and NIST 800-171, with practical experience protecting sensitive or regulated data.
• Proficiency with scripting and automation, with strong PowerShell skills required; Python and/or Bash preferred.

Tech Stack

• AWS
• Azure
• Cloud
• Cyber Security
• Firewalls
• Linux
• Python
• Switching

Benefits

• 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
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support