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Peraton

Cyber Security Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$135K - $216K/yr

... Junior-level contractor Cyber Security Engineers. Location: This position is 100% onsite in Springfield, Virginia. Remote or hybrid work is not available. Qualifications Peraton offers enhanced ...

Peraton

Cyber Security Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$135K - $216K/yr

Oversees the work of Senior-, Mid-, and Junior-level contractor Cyber Security Engineers. Location: This position is 100% onsite in Springfield, Virginia. Remote or hybrid work is not available.

Saalex

Cybersecurity Engineer III

San Diego, CA · On-site

$135K - $180K/yr

Mentor junior engineers and guide secure engineering best practices. * Other duties as assigned or required. Requirements Required: * 5-7 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, IT security ...

Saalex

$135K - $180K/yr

Mentor junior engineers and guide secure engineering best practices. * Other duties as assigned or required. Requirements Required: * 5-7 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, IT security ...

Saalex

$135K - $180K/yr

Mentor junior engineers and guide secure engineering best practices. * Other duties as assigned or required. Requirements Required: * 5-7 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, IT security ...

Saalex

Cybersecurity Engineer III

San Diego, CA · On-site

$135K - $180K/yr

Mentor junior engineers and guide secure engineering best practices. * Other duties as assigned or required. Requirements Required: * 5-7 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, IT security ...

Peraton

Cyber Security Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$135K - $216K/yr

Oversees the work of Senior-, Mid-, and Junior-level contractor Cyber Security Engineers. Location: This position is 100% onsite in Springfield, Virginia. Remote or hybrid work is not available.

Kirkland & Ellis LLP.

Cybersecurity Engineer II

Chicago, IL · On-site

$133K - $166K/yr

... junior cybersecurity engineers, contributing to team growth and capability building. What You'll Bring • 5+ years of direct experience in security assessments, vulnerability management, or related ...

TekSynap

Cybersecurity Engineer, Junior

Kirtland, NM · On-site

Responsibilities & Qualifications Core Role & Purpose The DTRA CSSP Cybersecurity Engineer serves as a core technical authority responsible for the configuration, deployment, sustainment, and ...

Kirkland & Ellis LLP.

Cybersecurity Engineer II

Austin, TX · On-site

$133K - $166K/yr

... junior cybersecurity engineers, contributing to team growth and capability building. What You'll Bring • 5+ years of direct experience in security assessments, vulnerability management, or related ...

TekSynap

Cybersecurity Engineer, Junior

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

Core Role & Purpose The DTRA CSSP Cybersecurity Engineer serves as a core technical authority responsible for the configuration, deployment, sustainment, and optimization of CSSP's security toolsets ...

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How much do trainee junior cyber security engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for trainee junior cyber security engineer in the United States is $71,799.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $80,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trainee Junior Cyber Security Engineer vs Junior Cyber Security Analyst?

AspectTrainee Junior Cyber Security EngineerJunior Cyber Security Analyst
Required CredentialsBasic certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+), relevant degreeSimilar certifications, often with additional security analysis training
Work EnvironmentHands-on technical roles, security labs, and real-time systemsMonitoring security alerts, analyzing threats, reporting
Employer & Industry UsageEntry-level roles in IT/security teams across various industriesCommon in finance, healthcare, and tech sectors for threat analysis

The Trainee Junior Cyber Security Engineer focuses on gaining practical technical skills and understanding security infrastructure, while the Junior Cyber Security Analyst primarily monitors and analyzes security threats. Both roles are entry-level, require similar certifications, and are vital in cybersecurity teams, but they differ in daily responsibilities and focus areas.

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Infographic showing various Trainee Junior Cyber Security Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,799 per year, or $34.5 per hour.

Cyber Security Engineer

Peraton

Reston, VA • On-site

$135K - $216K/yr

Full-time

PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Peraton rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

51st of 224 rated it services

Job description

Responsibilities
Expert Cyber Security Engineers capture and refine information security requirements and ensure that the requirements are integrated into information technology component products and information systems through purposeful security architecting, design, development, and configuration.
Duties include:
• Assists with leading development teams working to design and develop information systems or upgrade legacy systems.
• Conducts product research and support Analysis of Alternative (AoA) activities that independently identify the most appropriate security solutions.
• Assists with leading the development of system concepts, contribute to the capability phase of the systems development lifecycle, and translate technology and environmental conditions (e.g., law and regulation) into system security designs and processes.
• Assists with leading the development and documentation of Security Architectures, Roadmaps, and investments.
• Oversees the work of Senior-, Mid-, and Junior-level contractor Cyber Security Engineers.
Location: This position is 100% onsite in Springfield, Virginia. Remote or hybrid work is not available.
Qualifications
Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.
Required:
  • Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or related STEM degree program, or 18+ level work experience as a Cyber Security Engineer.
  • 18+ years of working experience in government or industry within Cyber Security
  • DoD 8570 Level II (IASAE) certification compliance
  • TS/SCI clearance adjudication or ability to obtain SCI and pass a poly

Desired:
  • Expert working experience in government or industry leading enterprise-level cyber security efforts involving architecting, designing, development, and configuration of cloud and on premise based systems and software.
  • Experience engineering Cyber Security solutions using Cloud-based
  • Experience engineering Cyber Security solutions using structured and unstructured Big
  • Experience engineering Cyber Security solutions using Automation, Augmentation and Artificial Intelligence technologies.

Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
$135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
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EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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At Peraton, we re at the forefront of delivering the next big thing every day. We re the partner of choice to help solve some of the world s most daunting challenges, delivering bold, new solutions to keep people around the world safer and more secure.

Industry

It services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

2017

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