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

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Cyber Analyst to support Government & Public Services engagements near Redstone Arsenal (Huntsville), AL. This role is focused on strengthening clients’ cybersecurity posture through hands-on analysis, threat detection, incident response support, and vulnerability assessment. You will work on client teams, learn consulting best practices, and help deliver measurable security improvements.

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Responsibilities

• Monitor systems and networks to identify vulnerabilities and potential threats.
• Support threat detection and triage of security events.
• Assist with incident response activities and root-cause analysis.
• Perform vulnerability scans and contribute to remediation recommendations.
• Help document security controls, findings, and technical recommendations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security improvements.
• Communicate findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Contribute to project deliverables, including briefings, reports, and client presentations.

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Qualifications (Required)

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university with expected graduation by Summer 2027 or already completed 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, a 100-mile radius) of the assigned office and be able to commute daily if required.
• Ability to travel ~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.
• Minimum age: 18 years.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and a quality-oriented work approach.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in team settings.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Higher cumulative GPA (3.4+).
• Internship, project, or coursework experience in cybersecurity, incident response, vulnerability assessment, or related areas.
• Familiarity with basic security tools and concepts (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, scanning tools, networking fundamentals).
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

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Team & Environment

You will join client teams serving government agencies, higher education, nonprofit organizations, and other public-sector clients. Work will blend strategy, operations, and technical execution. This is an entry-level consulting opportunity designed for candidates who want to build technical capabilities while learning to deliver client-facing outcomes in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

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Compensation & Logistics

• Disclosed estimate: $88,000 to $91,000 per year (reasonable estimate; actual offer depends on experience, skills, and location-specific factors).
• Estimated market value on some sources: ~$103,373 (for benchmarking only).
• Recruiting for this role has a hiring window listed through 2026-07-26.
• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance and the ability to travel and commute as indicated above.

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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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