Recent Cyber Security Graduate

About the Role
We’re looking for a junior level recently graduated Cyber Security major who is interested in supporting our security, compliance, and IT asset management efforts. This is an entry-level role for someone organized, detail-oriented, and eager to keep things running smoothly—without unnecessary red tape.

In this role, you’ll help respond to customer security requests, manage compliance tooling, and ensure company devices and access controls are handled properly. You’ll work cross-functionally with Sales, Customer Success, and Engineering, making sure security and compliance processes support the business rather than slow it down. If you're someone who enjoys solving problems instead of creating roadblocks, this role is for you.

Responsibilities

• Security & Compliance Support

- Handle compliance report requests, including responding to customer security questionnaires, audits, and documentation requests (e.g., compliance reports, penetration test results,
- Maintain and update security documentation, ensuring it's accurate but not overcomplicated.
- Assist with access reviews, tabletop disaster recovery exercises, and other security/compliance initiatives.

• Compliance & Security Tooling Management

- Manage and update our CMMC processes (or similar compliance platforms) to keep security controls in sync.
- Help track and resolve security/compliance alerts with internal teams.

• IT & Device Management

- Support employee onboarding/offboarding by handling device provisioning, access management, and Cyber policies (e.g., via Rippling or similar tools).
- Ensure company devices are secure and compliant while being practical for employees to use.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Basic understanding of IT security concepts and compliance frameworks (SOC 2, GDPR, etc.)
• Ability to translate technical security concepts for non-technical stakeholders
• Problem-solving mindset with a practical approach to compliance challenges
• Comfortable with documentation and process management
• Adaptable team player who can balance multiple priorities
• Business-oriented attitude that sees compliance as an enabler, not a blocker
• Flexible approach that can adapt to the needs of a growing startup

Nice to Haves

• Experience with compliance management platforms like CMMC and ISO
• Familiarity with IT asset management processes and tools
• Experience with access reviews or disaster recovery exercises
• Knowledge of cloud security principles
• Experience in customer-facing roles
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
• Startup experience or understanding of fast-paced environments
• Experience with MacOS device management and troubleshooting

Why Join Linq?

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Live and work in Northern Virginia
• unlimited PTO and corporate benefits
• Collaborative team culture with room for growth and learning
• Opportunity to build your career in information security and compliance
• Work on a talented, collaborative, and ambitious team in an exciting and fast-paced environment
• Competitive stock options as part of our commitment to shared success and ownership

Duties

• Implement and manage security measures to protect sensitive data and systems.
• Monitor network traffic for unusual activity and respond to security incidents.
• Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability testing.
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.
• Collaborate with IT teams to enhance cloud architecture security.
• Provide training and support to staff on information security best practices.
• Maintain knowledge of current cybersecurity trends, threats, and technology advancements.
• Ensure compliance with CMMC and DoD NIST regulations and other relevant standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cybersecurity or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of operating systems, network monitoring, and SAN technologies.
• Familiarity with scripting languages for automation of tasks.
• Understanding of information security frameworks and best practices.
• Experience in developing disaster recovery plans and conducting risk assessments.
• Ability to vaticinate potential threats and proactively address vulnerabilities.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Sec , CISSP, CISM, CEH) are a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000 - $45,000