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As of Jul 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level nuclear cyber security in the United States is $93,170.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,500.00 and $112,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Nuclear Cyber Security vs Entry Level Nuclear Systems Technician?

AspectEntry Level Nuclear Cyber SecurityEntry Level Nuclear Systems Technician
CertificationsCybersecurity fundamentals, CompTIA Security+, ISC2 SSCPNuclear plant operation, NRC licenses, technical certifications
Work EnvironmentCybersecurity teams, IT departments, control centersPower plants, control rooms, maintenance facilities
Industry UsageFocus on protecting digital systems and networksFocus on physical systems, equipment, and plant operations

Entry Level Nuclear Cyber Security primarily involves protecting digital systems within nuclear facilities, requiring cybersecurity certifications and working in IT environments. In contrast, Entry Level Nuclear Systems Technicians focus on maintaining and operating physical plant systems, often requiring technical licenses and hands-on work in control rooms. Both roles are essential in nuclear industry safety and security but differ in their focus and skill sets.

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1543 Associate Computer Security Engineer - Cloud, Cyber Security

1543 Associate Computer Security Engineer - Cloud, Cyber Security

United Global Technologies

Aiken, SC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Onsite or Remote? 25%-100% onsite. Local candidates or willing to relocate at the candidate's expense.

Under regular supervision, assists with the investigation, design, and development of software and/or hardware security.

Support the security of SRS resources through designing/implementing/evaluating measures tied to the NIST Core Cyber.

Framework: Identify, Detect, Respond and Recover.

Attachment A Job Title: Associate Computer Security Engineer

Seeking a motivated and detail-oriented entry-level Cyber Security Professional to join our team with a focus on cloud security authorizations, compliance activities, and working directly with FedRAMP applications. This role is ideal for candidates who are eager to learn, enjoy research, and want to build a career supporting Department of Energy (DOE)/National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) cybersecurity programs.

The successful candidate will work closely with experienced cybersecurity staff and receive mentorship in Department of Energy (DOE) to include National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) and Environmental Management (EM) cybersecurity policies, standards, and governance processes.

Additional Duties

  • Support cloud security authorization activities and FedRAMP documentation.
  • Conduct in-depth research on cybersecurity standards, compliance requirements, and DOE/NNSA directives.
  • Assist in preparing and maintaining security documentation, system security plans, and related materials.
  • Work collaboratively with senior cybersecurity staff and follow structured mentorship.
  • Participate in security assessments, reviews, and compliance evaluations.
  • Support continuous monitoring and cyber governance activities as assigned.
  • Additional Education
  • Bachelor's degree in any field (degree does not need to be in cybersecurity although a degree related to Information Technology is desired).
  • Additional Experience Qualifications
  • Strong written communication and composition skills. (Required)
  • Familiarity with cloud security concepts or compliance frameworks such as FedRAMP, RMF, or NIST SP 800-series. (Required)
  • Knowledge of basic cybersecurity principles, protections, or frameworks (e.g., NIST). (Required)
  • Demonstrated willingness to learn new technologies, frameworks, and regulatory environments. (Required)
  • Ability to conduct thorough research and synthesize findings. (Required)
  • Ability to work on-site with limited teleworking options. (Required)
  • Exposure to working in an enterprise IT environment (preferred)
  • Experience working on collaborative technical or research projects. (preferred)
  • A proactive desire to stay current with evolving cloud technologies and cybersecurity trends (preferred)
  • Ability to think critically and provide actionable guidance to technical or compliance-based challenges (preferred)
  • Educational or work-related experience with Microsoft cloud services (Azure, M365, etc.) or other major SaaS platforms (preferred)