{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"d3883d7f8654960dc49f15eb","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d3883d7f8654960dc49f15eb","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d3883d7f8654960dc49f15eb","title":"Junior Security Engineer","description":"Email Security Engineer, Junior | Fort Meade, MD | Hybrid | $55,200 - $126,000We're working with a premier global defense and technology consultancy on this exciting opportunity. Secure the communications of the modern warfighter by designing and hardening mission-critical email infrastructure against advanced persistent threats.This isn't just about maintenance; it's about engineering solutions that stand up to the most sophisticated cyber threats using industry-leading tools like Cisco IronPort, Microsoft Azure, and F5 Load Balancers. You'll bridge the gap between network design and zero-day threat detection to ensure secure, seamless communication for the DoD.The Role Engineer and integrate secure email components, moving beyond legacy models to implement cutting-edge anti-spoofing and anti-manipulation protocols. Collaborate with operational teams to recommend and implement security policies while reviewing metrics to assess long-term policy effectiveness. Resolve complex technical service tickets and investigate new techniques for encrypted email inspection and cloud service provider integration. Lead critical approaches to network design, balancing high-level security needs with essential mission requirements and warfighter connectivity. Develop and troubleshoot custom Perl-formatted scripts and regex signatures to identify and mitigate emerging email-based threats.What You'll Need Solid knowledge of networking and cybersecurity concepts with a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance and achieve a DoD 8140 IAT Level II Certification within 6 months of start date. Familiarity with core email protocols including SMTP, DNS, and secure standards like TLS, SPF, DKIM, and DMARC. Hands-on interest or experience with Cisco IronPort ESA, Microsoft Azure environments, or F5 load balancing technology. Strong analytical skills to read and interpret email headers and diagnose complex delivery or security issues.What's On Offer Highly competitive salary range ($55k - $126k) based on experience, education, and technical competencies. Comprehensive benefits package including health, life, disability, and a robust retirement/financial plan. Professional growth via tuition assistance, specialized training, and career development programs. Flexible hybrid work model focused on a people-first culture and collaborative mission success.Apply via Haystack today!","company":"Haystack","rawCompany":"haystack","city":"Baltimore","state":"MD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T18:58:43.300Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.05","title":"Information Security Engineers","slug":"information-security-engineers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1212.00","title":"Information Security Analysts","slug":"information-security-analysts"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"928110","title":"National Security","slug":"national-security"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Junior Security Engineer","description":"Email Security Engineer, Junior | Fort Meade, MD | Hybrid | $55,200 - $126,000We're working with a premier global defense and technology consultancy on this exciting opportunity. 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