Today
Top Secret
Early Career (2+ yrs experience)
Occasional travel
IT - Support
Colorado Springs, CO (On-Site/Office)
ABOUT NOOKS
Are you seeking an exciting and unique opportunity to grow and support our national
security? As a startup, we are offering a limited-time opportunity to be an equity owner
in a pioneering new industry. Nooks is pioneering Classified Infrastructure-as-a-Service
(CIaaS) to provide government and industry partners with the fastest, most efficient
access to classified infrastructure. We are building a nationwide network of accredited
classified spaces and systems, ensuring that the best technologies equip our nation’s
warfighters. At Nooks, we value innovation, collaboration, and a service-first mindset.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Role Summary: The Cybersecurity Support Specialist will support the security and
compliance of classified and unclassified IT systems by assisting the Site Cybersecurity
Lead with day-to-day cybersecurity operations. This role is designed for an early-career
professional who is eager to build hands-on experience with cybersecurity compliance
frameworks, security tools, and system hardening practices. The Cybersecurity Support
Specialist will help ensure secure operations, assist with compliance-related
documentation, and collaborate closely with IT and security teams to maintain a strong
security posture.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Assist with monitoring, auditing, and maintaining the security posture of classified
and unclassified IT systems.
● Support the development and upkeep of cybersecurity documentation, including
Security Plans (SSPs), POA&Ms, and audit logs.
● Conduct basic vulnerability scanning, patch verification, and security checks
under the supervision of the Site Cybersecurity Lead.
● Provide Tier 1 support for cybersecurity-related user requests and escalate
issues as appropriate.
● Assist with account management, permissions reviews, and implementation of
access control policies.
● Document findings, remediation efforts, and compliance-related actions in
accordance with organizational and DoD standards.
● Collaborate with IT, cybersecurity, and physical security teams to ensure
compliance with organizational policies and applicable DoD requirements.
● Participate in incident response activities, including log collection, basic analysis,
and reporting.
● Contribute to ongoing security awareness efforts by reinforcing cybersecurity
best practices with end users.
,THE SKILLSET:
● Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or
related field (or equivalent practical experience).
● 1–2 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT support, or system administration
(internship, academic, or DoD exposure strongly considered).
● Possess a DoD 8140.03/8570.01 Information Assurance Technical II certification
or able to obtain within 6 months of hire (e.g. CompTIA Security+).
● Familiarity with information security concepts such as access control,
vulnerability management, and system hardening.
● Foundational knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems, networking,
and common IT troubleshooting practices.
● Strong documentation and organizational skills with attention to detail.
● Excellent communication and teamwork skills to support collaboration across IT
and security functions.
● Must meet DoD 8140.03 requirements or obtain a CompTIA Security+ (or
equivalent IAT Level II certification) within 6 months of hire.
LOCATION
Colorado Springs, Colorado
ELIGIBILITY + CLEARANCE
U.S. citizenship is required.
Top Secret (TS) security clearance with eligibility for Secret Compartmented Information
(SCI).
Salary Range
$70,000 - $115,000 USD
Nooks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed
to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Are you seeking an exciting and unique opportunity to grow and support our national
security? As a startup, we are offering a limited-time opportunity to be an equity owner
in a pioneering new industry. Nooks is pioneering Classified Infrastructure-as-a-Service
(CIaaS) to provide government and industry partners with the fastest, most efficient
access to classified infrastructure. We are building a nationwide network of accredited
classified spaces and systems, ensuring that the best technologies equip our nation’s
warfighters. At Nooks, we value innovation, collaboration, and a service-first mindset.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Role Summary: The Cybersecurity Support Specialist will support the security and
compliance of classified and unclassified IT systems by assisting the Site Cybersecurity
Lead with day-to-day cybersecurity operations. This role is designed for an early-career
professional who is eager to build hands-on experience with cybersecurity compliance
frameworks, security tools, and system hardening practices. The Cybersecurity Support
Specialist will help ensure secure operations, assist with compliance-related
documentation, and collaborate closely with IT and security teams to maintain a strong
security posture.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Assist with monitoring, auditing, and maintaining the security posture of classified
and unclassified IT systems.
● Support the development and upkeep of cybersecurity documentation, including
Security Plans (SSPs), POA&Ms, and audit logs.
● Conduct basic vulnerability scanning, patch verification, and security checks
under the supervision of the Site Cybersecurity Lead.
● Provide Tier 1 support for cybersecurity-related user requests and escalate
issues as appropriate.
● Assist with account management, permissions reviews, and implementation of
access control policies.
● Document findings, remediation efforts, and compliance-related actions in
accordance with organizational and DoD standards.
● Collaborate with IT, cybersecurity, and physical security teams to ensure
compliance with organizational policies and applicable DoD requirements.
● Participate in incident response activities, including log collection, basic analysis,
and reporting.
● Contribute to ongoing security awareness efforts by reinforcing cybersecurity
best practices with end users.
,THE SKILLSET:
● Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or
related field (or equivalent practical experience).
● 1–2 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT support, or system administration
(internship, academic, or DoD exposure strongly considered).
● Possess a DoD 8140.03/8570.01 Information Assurance Technical II certification
or able to obtain within 6 months of hire (e.g. CompTIA Security+).
● Familiarity with information security concepts such as access control,
vulnerability management, and system hardening.
● Foundational knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems, networking,
and common IT troubleshooting practices.
● Strong documentation and organizational skills with attention to detail.
● Excellent communication and teamwork skills to support collaboration across IT
and security functions.
● Must meet DoD 8140.03 requirements or obtain a CompTIA Security+ (or
equivalent IAT Level II certification) within 6 months of hire.
LOCATION
Colorado Springs, Colorado
ELIGIBILITY + CLEARANCE
U.S. citizenship is required.
Top Secret (TS) security clearance with eligibility for Secret Compartmented Information
(SCI).
Salary Range
$70,000 - $115,000 USD
Nooks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed
to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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