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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Security Operations Engineer - **Company:** Tokio Marine HCC - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $104,000.0 - $158,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Audit Trail, Bioinformatics, Software Documentation, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Executive Information Systems, Knowledge-Based Systems, Network Security, Log Analysis, Operational Data Store, Systems Integration, Information Technology, Gsuite, CIS Benchmarks, SentinelOne Expertise - **Published:** September 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.builtincolorado.com/job/security-operations-engineer/11361256?handler=ApplyRedirect ## About the Role Minimum 4 Year Bachelors Degree in Cyber security, Computer Science, information Technology related degree. Certifications, Licenses, and Designations Preferred Security+, CySA+, SC-200, Sophos Engineer, or similar certifications a plus. Experience 3+ years in security operations, cybersecurity engineering, SOC operations, incident response, or IT security. Other * Knowledge of Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, endpoint security, network security technologies, log analysis, and security investigation methodologies. * Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills. * Experience supporting MSSP, MDR, or SOC environments. * Familiarity with NIST CSF, CIS Controls, and common compliance frameworks. * Experience supporting Microsoft Defender, Sophos, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or similar platforms. * Professional proficiency in Spanish (written and verbal) with the ability to communicate technical and security concepts to Spanish-speaking customers. * Strong analytical and investigative mindset. * Excellent technical troubleshooting skills. * Ability to effectively communicate technical and security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences in English; Spanish language proficiency is a plus. * Detail-oriented and process-driven. * Collaborative team player., Develops Python scripts, automations, integrations, dashboards, reports, and documentation to improve incident response, vulnerability management, security monitoring, and security operations. Supports security engineering initiatives, learns DevOps and agile practices, and collaborates with senior engineers and global teams. The role requires programming ability, version-control familiarity, cybersecurity knowledge, and strong analytical and communication skills. Top Skills: AWSAzureDevOpsGitMitre Att&CkPalo Alto Cortex XsiamPythonServicenowSIEMSoar ## Description The Security Operations Engineer provides technical and operational support for Vector3's MDR customers. This role assists with incident follow-up, technical troubleshooting, remediation validation, compliance reviews, platform administration, and operational security initiatives. The Security Operations Engineer serves as the technical backbone of the MDR team, allowing TAMs to focus on customer engagement, Cyber Hygiene strategy, and business growth while ensuring customers receive timely technical support and operational security guidance. Key Responsibilities Relying on advanced knowledge and strong leadership skills, this role is accountable for the following responsibilities: Incident Investigation & Response Support * Review and investigate MDR alerts requiring customer follow-up. * Support incident validation, scoping, and remediation activities. * Conduct log analysis and security investigations. * Assist customers with containment and recovery validation. * Document investigative findings and recommendations. Technical Operations & Platform Support * Support deployment and administration of Sophos MDR technologies. * Assist with endpoint onboarding, integrations, and configuration activities. * Troubleshoot technical issues involving MDR platforms. * Validate policy configurations and security controls. * Maintain technical documentation and operational runbooks. Compliance & Security Advisory Support * Support Cyber Hygiene assessments and compliance reviews. * Assist with security maturity evaluations. * Review customer environments for security improvement opportunities. * Provide technical recommendations aligned to security best practices. Collaboration & Cross-Functional Alignment * Work closely with TAMs on customer engagements. * Coordinate with Sophos MDR teams during investigations. * Support DFIR personnel during escalated incidents. * Participate in service improvement initiatives. Competencies Planning * Prioritize security investigations, technical support requests, and operational activities to meet customer service expectations. * Coordinate investigative activities and remediation efforts across multiple customer environments. Communication * Clearly communicate technical findings, investigation results, and remediation recommendations to customers and internal stakeholders. * Prepare technical reports, investigation summaries, and operational documentation. * Translate complex cybersecurity concepts into actionable guidance for technical and non-technical audiences. Technical Analysis * Analyze security events, endpoint telemetry, cloud audit logs, network traffic, and security platform data to identify threats and support customer investigations. * Apply analytical thinking to validate alerts, identify root causes, and recommend appropriate remediation actions. * Maintain awareness of emerging threats, attack techniques, and evolving cybersecurity best practices. Business Controls and Policies * Comply with all corporate security policies, customer confidentiality requirements, and applicable regulatory obligations. * Follow established investigation procedures, documentation standards, and operational workflows. * Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of operational processes and technical playbooks. Collaboration * Partner with Technical Account Managers to deliver exceptional customer service and security outcomes. * Coordinate with Sophos MDR personnel, internal engineering teams, and DFIR consultants during customer investigations and escalations. * Support knowledge sharing and continuous improvement across the Managed Services organization., The pay range for this position is $104,340-$157,860 which includes geographic adjustments, where applicable. The pay range is the range THMCC, in good faith, believes is the range of compensation for this role at the time of this posting. The hired applicant will be offered pay within the entire range based on the candidate's geographic location, qualifications, work experience, education, and/or skill level. The Company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of color, race, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws. California * Use CA Fair Chance language. The Company will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, such as the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (18 USC § 1033(e))(the "VCCLEA"), which restricts financial institutions and insurers such as TMHCC from employing individuals with certain types of criminal convictions. Where the hiring and employment of individuals is not restricted by the foregoing, the Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history in compliance with applicable law such as the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.] As an insurance company, we comply with certain federal, state and local laws such as the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (18 USC § 1033(e)), which restricts our ability to employ individuals with certain types of criminal convictions. Where not restricted by law and for criminal history not covered by this law, the Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history in compliance with applicable law. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the Company is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction or challenge the accuracy of the background report. The Company will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, such as the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (18 USC § 1033(e))(the "VCCLEA"), which restricts financial institutions and insurers such as TMHCC from employing individuals with certain types of criminal convictions. Where the hiring and employment of individuals is not restricted by the foregoing, the Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history in compliance with applicable law such as the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.] Applying our Mind Over Risk philosophy to writing insurance allows our customers to take on opportunity with confidence. That philosophy defines our way of thinking, unites us as a team, and differentiates us from our competitors. 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