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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Security Engineer - **Company:** Polsinelli Pc - **Location:** Kansas City, MO, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, Software System Penetration Testing, Microsoft Azure, Software as a Service, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Network Configuration and Change Management, Windows PowerShell, Shell Script, Security Information and Event Management, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Architecture, Data Logging, Scripting, Computer Networking Systems, Mitre Att&ck, Information Technology, CIS Benchmarks, Splunk - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6bdc36dd7e2ac6d3 ## About the Role * 2-4 years of experience in on-premises environments focused on security. * 2-4 years of experience in security engineering. * 2-4 years of experience with Metrics, Events, Logging, in an environment similar to Splunk. * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or equivalent experience. * Microsoft Active Directory with Azure experience. * Ability to perform detection engineering to interrogate computer logs to identity anomalous behavior. * Develop workflows within a SIEM to automate detections and actions taken. * Demonstrative knowledge/experience with scripting languages like Python and PowerShell. * Demonstrative knowledge and expertise with common enterprise-grade security solutions. * Excellent verbal and written communication., Required * 2 - 4 years: Experience with Metrics, Events, Logging, in an environment similar to Splunk. * 2 - 4 years: Experience in security engineering. * 2 - 4 years: Experience in on-premises environments focused on security., Required * Bachelor's or better in Computer Engineering or related field * Bachelor's or better in Computer Science or related field, * Team Player: Works well as a member of a group * Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause * Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well * Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity, * Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help * Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals * Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization ## Description Security Engineers are responsible for the secure operations of infrastructure, platforms, and software, including the installation, maintenance, and improvement of hybrid (on-premise and cloud) computing environments. They also help develop new designs and security strategies across all applications, including infrastructure, platform, and SaaS., * Configure business operating environments securely using CIS best practices. * Perform penetration testing and threat hunting to identify potential risks. * Monitor for and respond to incidents in the Firm's hybrid environment. * Keep infrastructure current, making recommendations and continually improving security technologies. * Analyze, design, and develop programs, shell scripts, tests, and infrastructure automation capabilities. * Work with analysts and engineers across the organization to continually improve cyber resilience * Provide support to understand and develop system requirements and technical solutions for cybersecurity engineering based on system architectures (CIS Controls, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, and NIST Cyber Security Framework). * Support the maturation of the enterprise architecture to align with the Firm's information security and risks to the organizational operations, organizational assets, and individuals. * Develop alternatives of system designs and/or architecture, which consider trade-offs between security requirements, functional/operational requirements, and cost. * Identify and define the requirements of the overall security of the network. * Plan, engineer, and monitor overall security implementation of network systems. * Support in configuring and implementing network security tools. * Test and provide solutions for system weaknesses, threats, and security issues. * Research and identify latest suitable technologies and processes that will improve the overall security of the system. * Regularly audit the existing network configuration and provide improvement recommendations. * Other duties as assigned. Employees approved for flexible work arrangements are expected to be available and maintain a practice of reliable, consistent attendance at all times during the employees scheduled work shift including, but not limited to, Teams/instant message, Zoom, email and voicemail, and by phone. Installation of Zoom on a personal cell phone is a requirement of the information security team. The Firm is nationwide but operates in the Central Time Zone. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [JavaScript? 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