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Security Engineer

Firethorne Technology Services
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/16/2026

We’re hiring a Junior Security Engineer to join our growing team.

This is a great opportunity for someone early in their cybersecurity career to gain hands-on experience protecting systems, monitoring threats, and strengthening our overall security posture.


What you’ll do:

  • Assist in monitoring, detecting, and responding to security incidents
  • Support vulnerability assessments and remediation efforts
  • Help maintain security tools (SIEM, endpoint protection, etc.)
  • Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to implement best practices
  • Document processes and contribute to security policies
  • What we’re looking for:

    • 1-2 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT, or related field
    • Foundational knowledge of networking, systems, and security principles
    • Familiarity with tools like SIEM, firewalls, or endpoint security solutions
    • Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn

    Nice to have:

    • Relevant certifications (Security , Network , or similar)
    • Exposure to cloud environments or scripting (Python, PowerShell)


    If you’re eager to build your cybersecurity career and make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

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