Senior Cybersecurity Associate

Location

Springfield, MO

Summary description:

The Missouri Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (MCCoE) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to strengthening the cybersecurity workforce and safeguarding regional organizations. We partner with universities, emerging cybersecurity professionals, and small to medium-sized businesses to deliver hands-on training, real-world security support, and workforce development programs unlike anything else in the nation. As a Cybersecurity Associate, you will play an essential role in advancing this mission—helping protect vulnerable organizations, supporting live security operations, and contributing to cutting-edge training initiatives that prepare the next generation of cybersecurity talent. MCCoE offers a unique environment where learning, service, and innovation come together to make a measurable impact on our community.

Job description:

Senior Cybersecurity Associate – You will sharpen and develop core competencies in cybersecurity fundamentals, networking, operating systems, programming, firewall management, encryption, ethical hacking, threat analysis, APTs, threat hunting, penetration testing, risk assessments, vulnerability management, EDR/SIEM platforms, and SOC operations. You will gain hands-on experience with real-world tools and environments, pursue industry certifications, and play a key role in training and mentoring the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

While there are portions of the program that can be completed online, the majority of the work will be completed on-site, Monday-Friday (8am-4pm) in the MCCoE Security Operations Center (SOC). The MCCoE SOC is located in the Jordan Valley Innovation Center at 524 N Boonville Avenue, Springfield, MO 65806.

Eligibility factors:

All Services

1. Be recommended for advancement or promotion and retention by your organization/service. 2. Basic Understanding of Computers and IT Office Products (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Web browser, etc.). 3. Ability to attend Instructor In-person Training. 4. Have ability to reach online resources via a personal computer. 5. Valid State Driver's License.

Missouri

Typical pay $79K – $131K/yr

Median pay: $103K/yr

What Information Security Analysts typically earn in Missouri — from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data (May 2025). It's the going rate for this line of work, not this employer's offer.

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