Job Description
The Security Engineer is a member of the Security Engineering team responsible for implementing, operating, and supporting security controls across endpoint, cloud, identity, and security operations platforms. This role focuses on hands‑on engineering, automation, and L2/L3 security support, not purely governance or AppSec.
This role reports to the Manager, Security Engineering and partners closely with IT infrastructure, Cloud, and Security Operations teams.
What You Will Do
Act as a subject matter expert (SME) in one or more security domains, such as endpoint security, cloud security, identity, vulnerability management, or security operations
Implement, maintain, and tune security tools and controls across enterprise environments
Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve L2/L3 security incidents and break/fix escalations
Support routine maintenance and operational health of security platforms
Perform approval reviews to validate access, configuration, and security requests meet requirements
Support vulnerability identification, prioritization, remediation, and validation
Develop and maintain technical documentation, KBs, and runbooks
Provide clear status updates and reporting for incidents and security initiatives
Automate routine security and operational tasks using scripting and APIs
Participate in project‑based security implementations aligned with security architecture
Support after‑hours on‑call rotation as part of a team schedule
Periodically review existing solutions to maintain compliance and security posture
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Required Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of hands‑on technology experience, including troubleshooting and root cause analysis
- Experience across multiple security domains (endpoint, cloud, IAM, vulnerability management, SecOps)
- Strong experience with security operations tools (SIEM, EDR, vulnerability scanners, ticketing)
- Proficiency with scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash, REST APIs)
- Working knowledge of cloud platforms and applying security controls (Azure and/or AWS)
- Experience supporting endpoints, operating systems, networking, and identity systems
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Strong technical documentation practices
- Self‑driven with curiosity and willingness to learn
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
Experience with Microsoft security tools (Defender, Sentinel, Entra ID)
- Experience with vulnerability management tools (Qualys, Nessus, Rapid7, etc.)
- Understanding of NIST, ISO, or ITIL frameworks
- Experience integrating and automating security tools via APIs
- Exposure to SOAR platforms (Swimlane, Splunk SOAR, etc.)
- Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC, or equivalent
- Ability to work effectively in fast‑paced enterprise environments
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.