Cybersecurity Associate Engineer
Job Description
Join Rule4 in Boulder, CO onsite to support cybersecurity assessments, investigations, and client consulting.
Responsibilities
- Assess and improve infrastructure and application cybersecurity, with focus on performance and availability
- Write detailed, high-value documentation covering technology reviews, incident findings, application vulnerabilities, and cybersecurity program plans
- Support application and infrastructure penetration testing activities
- Run periodic vulnerability scans for systems and networks using tools such as Nessus, Nmap, and Wireshark
- Investigate suspected cybersecurity breaches and perform forensic investigations
- Build and maintain client relationships; generate new clients independently
- Lead complete sales cycles, including proposal writing and deal closing
- Collaborate with experienced engineers and clients across industries, supporting efforts to strengthen cybersecurity posture and protect sensitive data
- Participate in client workshops and hands-on work ranging from forensic support to consulting engagements
- Work with guidance from senior team members as you develop problem-solving skills for challenges without a documented answer
Requirements
- Strong client-focused work ethic
- Passion for technology
- Ability to multitask and re-prioritize quickly in a fast-paced, high-action environment
- Strong attention to detail and drive for incremental improvements
- Hands-on experience in a production environment using relevant technologies
- Excellent consulting, communication, and relationship-building skills
- 4-year college degree, or progress toward completing such a degree
- Occasional travel (2-3x/year)
- Experience in an IT Ops role such as helpdesk, system administrator, or network administrator
- Proof of current COVID-19 vaccination status for employment at Rule4
- Flu vaccinations required
- Due to government contract requirements, must be a US Citizen
Technologies
- Nessus
- Nmap
- Wireshark
Compensation
- $70,000 - $95,000 per year (based on credentials and experience)
Benefits
- Generous PTO
- Health, Dental, Life Insurance
- Flexible Schedule
- $1,000 Outdoor Pass
- Parental Leave
- 401k Matching
- Sabbatical
- Professional Development
- Dog-Friendly Office
- Charitable Match
- Paid Volunteer Time
- Cell Phone Reimbursement
- Team Retreats
- Micro-Bonuses
- Partial Remote Work Options
- 4-day workweek
Location: Boulder, CO (onsite)