Title: Security Engineer

Location: US-Remote

Type: Full-Time
Workplace: remote
JobDescription:

As a Security Engineer, you will play a critical role in safeguarding an organization’s information systems and data from potential security breaches and cyber threats. You will be responsible for implementing and maintaining security measures, analyzing vulnerabilities, and responding to security incidents. The role requires a combination of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and proactive problem-solving.

Security Infrastructure Management

• Implement, and maintain security systems and protocols to protect the organization’s IT infrastructure.
• Configure, manage, and support Enterprise Security tools such as: EDR, DLP, SIEM and logging configurations, Operating System secure configuration standards and CIS Benchmarks.

Vulnerability Assessment

• Conduct regular security assessments to identify vulnerabilities in systems and applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to remediate identified vulnerabilities and implement security best practices.

Security Policies and Procedures

• Develop, update, and enforce security policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Security Audits and Compliance

• Conduct regular security audits to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Work closely with compliance teams to address any security-related compliance issues.
• Support compliance requirements for SOC2 and ISO 27001 standards

Security Research and Innovation

• Stay current with the latest security trends, threats, and technologies.
• Evaluate and recommend new security tools and technologies to enhance the organization’s security posture.

Collaboration

• Collaborate with IT teams, software developers, and other stakeholders to integrate security measures into the development and deployment processes.
• Work with external vendors and partners to ensure the security of third-party integrations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Three to four years experience in a security engineering role.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are desirable.
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols, security architecture, and best practices.
• Familiarity with compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently when needed.