About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, IT.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

As a Cyber Analyst placed by Careertakes for our Confidential Client, you will join a client-facing team delivering cybersecurity services across public-sector and IT environments. Responsibilities include:

• Identify, assess, and mitigate cyber threats by analyzing systems, applications, and networks for vulnerabilities
• Design and recommend security controls and configurations to strengthen security posture
• Support threat detection activities and monitor security telemetry
• Assist with incident response, containment, root-cause analysis, and remediation guidance
• Help ensure compliance with applicable security standards and assist with risk-management activities
• Produce clear, actionable findings and recommendations for technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Collaborate with client teams to implement improvements and operationalize security controls
• Contribute to project workstreams; manage tasks, priorities, and deliverables in a fast-paced environment

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Qualifications (Required)

Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Currently enrolled and expected to graduate by Summer 2027, or hold a bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Engineering, Information Systems, Information Security, Mathematics, Risk Management, or equivalent
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Must reside within a commutable distance (for example, ~100-mile radius) of the assigned office with ability to commute daily if required
• Ability to travel up to 50% on average based on client needs
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future
• Candidates must be at least 18 years of age at time of employment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and in a team

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Preferred Qualifications

• Cumulative GPA of 3.4 or higher
• Internship, project, or coursework experience in computer science, cybersecurity, data analytics, information security, or related fields
• Exposure to incident response, threat detection, vulnerability assessment, or security architecture

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About the Team

Confidential Client’s Government & Public Services practice supports government agencies, higher education, nonprofits, and other public-sector organizations. Teams combine strategy, operations, and technology expertise to improve mission outcomes and organizational performance. As a Cyber Analyst, you’ll build consulting and technical skills while working on varied engagements in collaborative, growth-focused teams.

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Location & Travel

• Primary work location: Huntsville, AL (onsite/commutable)
• Travel: up to 50% based on client engagements
• Relocation or remote work is not indicated for this posting — candidates must meet the commute requirement and local hiring rules

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Compensation

• Reasonable estimated range: $88,000 to $91,000 per year. This range considers factors such as skills, experience, certifications, and local geographic differentials. Actual offer will depend on candidate qualifications and organizational needs.

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Additional Notes (Recruiting & Legal)

• This is an entry-level opportunity intended for candidates beginning or building a career in cybersecurity consulting.
• Recruiting for this role is time-limited; final posting dates and hiring timelines will be set by the Confidential Client.
• Candidates will be evaluated using standard recruiting practices. Careertakes may provide access to additional matched opportunities if you apply.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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