Security Engineer

• Serve as a senior resource within the Security Operations Center (SOC), monitoring and responding to security events.
• Perform proactive cyber threat hunting and coordinate remediation activities.
• Detect and investigate advanced threats using enterprise security tools and threat intelligence.
• Develop and maintain Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) and Indicators of Attack (IOAs) to improve detection capabilities.
• Leverage threat intelligence platforms and security feeds to strengthen the organization’s overall security posture.
• Participate in incident response efforts, investigations, containment, and recovery activities.
• Prepare technical reports and communicate security findings, incidents, and recommendations to leadership and business stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to continuously improve security operations and detection capabilities.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• Experience working in a Security Operations Center (SOC) or enterprise cybersecurity environment.
• Strong understanding of incident response, threat detection, and security operations.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise security technologies, including:
• SIEM platforms
• IDS/IPS solutions
• Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)
• Email and web security technologies
• Security monitoring and detection tools
• Experience working within cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or similar cloud platforms.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to document incidents and communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Experience

Experience with one or more of the following technologies or disciplines is highly desirable:

• Cyber Threat Intelligence platforms
• Cloud-native SIEM and SOAR solutions
• CNAPP technologies (CSPM, CIEM, DSPM, CASB)
• AI Security Posture Management
• User & Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA)
• Identity and Access Management (IAM/SSO)
• Passwordless authentication (FIDO2/Passkeys)
• Mobile Device Management (MDM)
• Network and endpoint security
• Incident response tools and automation

Preferred Certifications

One or more of the following certifications is preferred:

• GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
• GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA)
• GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM)
• GIAC Network Forensics Analyst (GNFA)
• Offensive Security certifications (OSCP, OSCE, or similar)
• Other relevant cybersecurity certification

This position is ideal for a hands-on cybersecurity professional who thrives in a Security Operations Center (SOC), enjoys threat hunting, and wants to work with modern security technologies across cloud and enterprise environments.

• Pay: $70-$80/hr. (negotiable and based on background/experience
• Weekly pay every Friday
• Contract Role: Strong potential to convert to a permanent position based on performance and business needs
• Benefits During Contract: Medical, dental, and vision coverage available while on assignment.
• Comprehensive Full-Time Benefits: Offered upon permanent hire
• Consistent Schedule: Monday-Friday, standard business hours with no weekend requirements