Cybersecurity Support Specialist at Nooks

Arlington, Virginia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Defense, National Security, GovernmentIndustries

Requirements

  • 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
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Top Secret (TS) security clearance with eligibility for Secret Compartmented Information (SCI)

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), Plans of Action & Milestones (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 Department of Defense (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

Skills

Vulnerability Scanning
Patch Verification
Access Control
Account Management
Audit Logging
SSPs
POA&Ms
System Hardening
Compliance Documentation
Tier 1 Support
Security Auditing

Nooks

Virtual collaboration platform for sales teams

About Nooks

Nooks.ai offers a virtual collaboration platform tailored for sales development representatives (SDRs) and business development representatives (BDRs). The platform features video conferencing, virtual bullpens, and live call listening, enabling real-time interaction and coaching among team members. Nooks.ai stands out by recreating the energetic environment of a physical sales office, which helps increase connects and meetings. The company's goal is to enhance sales performance and team dynamics through improved outbound calling efficiency.

Gum Spring, West VirginiaHeadquarters
2020Year Founded
$68.1MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Company Equity
Remote Work Options

Risks

Competition from Zoom and Microsoft Teams expanding into sales enablement.
Economic downturns may affect subscription renewals and client acquisitions.
Data privacy concerns with AI-driven analytics could deter potential clients.

Differentiation

Nooks.ai replicates the energy of a physical sales office virtually.
The platform offers real-time interaction, coaching, and analytics for sales teams.
Nooks.ai integrates seamlessly with existing sales tools for enhanced analytics.

Upsides

Nooks.ai raised $43M in Series B funding for AI Sales Assistant Platform.
The platform's AI tools promise to make sales reps 10x more productive.
Nooks.ai is named a Rising Star in Forbes' 2023 Cloud 100 list.

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