IT Security Engineer

We are seeking an experienced IT Security Engineer to help safeguard the organization's systems, data, and infrastructure. This role is responsible for identifying security risks, leading incident response efforts, supporting audit and certification activities, and ensuring compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical security expertise, a proactive mindset, and the ability to develop and enforce enterprise-wide security policies., * Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scans, and risk analyses to identify, evaluate, and remediate potential security threats.

• Monitor the organization's security posture and recommend improvements to strengthen defenses across systems, networks, and applications.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external security audits and certification processes, including ISO certification and related compliance reviews.
• Develop, implement, and maintain incident response plans, corporate security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Lead security investigations, document findings, and coordinate remediation efforts following security incidents.
• Conduct regular incident response testing, tabletop exercises, and reviews to ensure organizational readiness.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and industry security requirements, including CCPA, GDPR, and HIPAA.
• Maintain and enforce firm-wide security policies, controls, and best practices to support compliance and risk management objectives.
• Partner with internal stakeholders across IT, legal, compliance, and business teams to address security risks and improve overall governance.
• Stay current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and regulatory changes to continuously enhance the organization's security program.

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in information security, cybersecurity, or IT security engineering.
• Experience conducting vulnerability assessments, risk analyses, and security investigations.
• Knowledge of incident response processes, security frameworks, and policy development.
• Familiarity with security audit and certification processes, such as ISO standards.
• Working knowledge of regulatory and privacy requirements, including CCPA, GDPR, and HIPAA.
• Strong understanding of network security, endpoint protection, access controls, and threat mitigation strategies.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, Security+, or similar are preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with SIEM, vulnerability management, and endpoint detection tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams., All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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