Security Engineer

We are looking for a Security Engineer to join a team in Jacksonville, Florida in a contract role with the potential to become permanent. This position will lead the development and execution of security solutions that safeguard infrastructure, applications, and sensitive information against evolving cyber threats. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on experience across security engineering, threat prevention, and compliance-focused operations while partnering closely with technical and business stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support technical solutions aligned with business objectives and organizational standards

• Develop and maintain policies, standards, and procedures to ensure consistent and effective operations

• Build and support systems and platforms used for monitoring, prevention, and response across applications, infrastructure, and data environments

• Manage day-to-day operations, including system access, monitoring, and issue resolution

• Participate in on-call support as needed to address critical incidents or production issues

• Research emerging technologies and trends, and assist in evaluating and implementing new solutions

• Identify areas for improvement and contribute to ongoing enhancements, including system optimization and issue remediation

• Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to support project delivery and ensure alignment with requirements

• Perform routine maintenance, updates, and administration to ensure systems remain stable, secure, and up to date

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience

• Several years of experience in IT, with exposure to systems, infrastructure, or security-related functions

• General understanding of industry frameworks, standards, and best practices, with the ability to apply them in a professional environment

• Hands-on experience supporting technical environments, including systems, networks, cloud platforms, and access management

• Familiarity with enterprise tools used for monitoring, protection, and system management

• Experience working with cloud platforms and supporting modern infrastructure environments

• Ability to assess issues, identify risks, and recommend practical solutions in a team-oriented setting

• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills

• Relevant certifications, technical training, or scripting experience are a plus, 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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