Cyber Security Engineer (Networking Focus)
Location: On-site, Huntersville, NC (7930 West Kenton Circle, Suite 100)
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Location Requirement
This is a full-time, in-office position at our Huntersville, NC headquarters. Remote work is not available. Candidates must already live in the Charlotte/Lake Norman area or be able to commute to Huntersville daily. We are not offering relocation assistance for this role.
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Cyber Security Engineer with a specialized focus on networking to join our team. You will integrate and coordinate advanced cybersecurity technologies and threat intelligence, working closely with our security team to ensure strong defenses across our clients’ network infrastructure. Your networking expertise will be critical in identifying vulnerabilities, responding to incidents, and hardening networks to protect our clients’ digital assets.
Do You Have Experience With?
- Configuring and managing IT infrastructure tools like Office 365, firewalls, backups, endpoints, and file servers
- Using RMM platforms (Atera, Datto, Ninja, etc.) to automate tasks, run scripts, install software, push GPOs, and manage patching
Are You Comfortable With?
- PowerShell scripting and traditional system administration (Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, etc.)
- Managing email systems, spam filters, and phishing simulation tools like KnowBe4 or Breach Secure Now
- Supporting Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Intune, Autopilot, MFA, and conditional access policies
- Managing mobile devices and working with backup solutions across cloud and hybrid environments
Firewall Experience (a Plus)
- WatchGuard
- Palo Alto
- Fortinet
Governance, Risk & Compliance Experience (a Plus)
- Hands-on exposure to SOC 2, NIST, and HIPAA requirements
- Ability to translate compliance frameworks into practical technical controls for clients
Identity Security Practices (a Plus)
- Cisco Duo
- WatchGuard AuthPoint
- Okta
Device Management (a Plus)
- MDM platforms, including Microsoft Intune and Addigy
- RMM platform experience
Nice to Have
- Experience with security tools like CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, and Check Point Harmony
- Familiarity with SaaS security platforms like Zscaler, Cloudflare, DNSFilter, and Zero Trust frameworks
- Working knowledge of tools like VulScan, Vonahi, Pentera, Nessus, Wireshark, or SecurityScorecard
- Experience with documentation platforms like IT Glue or lifecycle platforms like ScalePad
Who You Are
- You’ve worked in an MSP and understand infrastructure deeply, even if your cybersecurity exposure is just starting
- You’re technical, reliable, and capable of owning projects and problems from start to finish
- You take extreme ownership, communicate well, and always prioritize the customer experience
- You’re ready to grow. This is where IT pros come to evolve into cybersecurity leaders
Why This Role?
- This is not a SOC analyst job. You won’t just watch alerts; you’ll work hands-on in diverse client environments
- You’ll join a team moving away from siloed red/blue/purple teams and into a unified Cyber Fusion Center
- You’ll help real businesses solve real problems, using tools that matter
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
- Retirement savings plan with company match
- Flexible scheduling within on-site expectations
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Paid time off (PTO) and holiday leave
- Employee wellness programs
- Performance-based bonuses and incentives
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
About Badger Fortress
Badger Fortress is a cybersecurity firm focused on helping organizations understand and manage cyber risk with clarity and confidence. We deliver strategy-first security solutions that emphasize transparency, accountability, and real business impact.
We partner closely with our clients to provide continuous, practical security that evolves with their needs, combining strategy, testing, monitoring, and response into one streamlined approach. Badger Fortress is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
