Entry Level Area 51 Security Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

Job Summary:
One Step Secure I/T is an MSP providing the latest in managed services and cybersecurity. The Security Engineer Level 2 designs, implements, and maintains security solutions to protect organizational and client assets, while leading projects and managing incident responses to ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
Responsibilities:
• Design and implement security controls and architectures tailored to each client's unique needs to safeguard data and systems.
• Lead the integration of cybersecurity best practices into development and deployment processes, collaborating with internal teams and clients.
• Help design, implement, and maintain security tools, processes, and policies to ensure client product and system security, ensuring compliance with relevant standards (e.g., NIST, CIS, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS).
• Lead vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring timely remediation of critical vulnerabilities across multiple client environments.
• Manage incident response processes, coordinate with stakeholders (including clients) during incidents, ensure compliance with Arizona's data breach notification laws, and conduct post-incident reviews.
• Develop and update security policies and procedures; conduct training programs to educate both internal staff and client employees on best practices.
• Manage security-related projects from start to finish; mentor junior security engineers to enhance their skills.
• Monitor network traffic and security alerts for potential threats across multiple client environments.
• Monitor security alerts and events using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and other monitoring tools.
• Assist in patch management to ensure systems are updated with the latest security patches for all clients.
• Review and investigate security events to identify vulnerabilities or breaches; communicate findings to clients as necessary.
• Create and maintain regular security status reports for senior management and clients to provide visibility into security posture.
• Support internal and external audits by providing relevant security data and documentation; ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with sales and account management teams to assess potential clients' security needs and propose appropriate solutions.
• Implement automation and advanced security tools (e.g., multi-factor authentication, encryption) to efficiently manage security across multiple clients.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical clients.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and with clients.
• Strong interest in learning and growing in the field of cybersecurity.
• Experience with security frameworks (NIST, CIS, ISO 27001).
• Familiarity with cloud security (AWS, Azure, etc.).
• Understanding of common attack vectors and mitigation techniques (e.g., phishing, malware).
• Knowledge of compliance standards relevant to MSP clients (e.g., HIPAA, PCI DSS).
• Experience with automating security tasks and managing security in a multi-client environment.
Preferred:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Must have relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Cloud Advance Security Professional (CASP), SSCP, CISSP or CISM.
• 4 to 6 years of experience in cybersecurity, including at least 2 years as a security engineer; experience in security frameworks (NIST, CIS, ISO 27001) and cloud security (AWS, Azure, etc.).
• Knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS, etc.).
• Familiarity with firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and vulnerability management tools.
• Knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux, MacOS) and basic system administration.
• Experience with common security tools and techniques for identifying and mitigating threats.
• Experience working in an MSP environment or with multiple clients is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with Arizona's data breach notification laws (A.R.S. §§ 18-551 and 18-552) and other relevant state regulations.
Company:
One Step Secure IT provices IT services. Founded in 1985, the company is headquartered in Phoenix, USA, with a team of 51-200 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.