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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Information Security Engineer - **Company:** Loera, R Company - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $124,800.0 - $156,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Application Layers, Authentication Protocols, Cloud Computing Security, CompTIA Network+, Cyber Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Key Management, OAuth, Openid Connect, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Security Information and Event Management, Software Vulnerability Management, Datadog, Okta, Cyber Threat Analysis, Information Technology, Casper Suite, Simplex Dental Software, Cloudwatch, Firewall Services Module, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** October 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/088dabde-7fba-44b6-a31e-49a6639c67de/information-security-engineer-contract ## About the Role * Senior-level security experience. You can jump in immediately and work independently with minimal ramp-up. * 3+ years of hands-on cloud security experience. AWS is required. * Experience with SIEM, EDR, MDR, vulnerability scanning, secrets management, and security-automation tools. * Strong knowledge of vulnerabilities, exploits, threat detection, and incident-response techniques. * Understanding of authentication protocols and frameworks such as OAuth, SSO/SAML, and OpenID Connect. * Experience with Zero Trust architectures. * Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, including HITRUST, NIST, and ISO. * Strong communication skills and the ability to influence cross-functional teams. * Ability to manage multiple priorities and see work through to completion. * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Nice to Have * Experience with CrowdStrike, Okta, KnowBe4, Datadog, GuardDuty, CloudWatch/CloudTrail, Trusted Advisor, WAF and firewall configuration, Jamf, and Island.io enterprise browser. * Certifications such as CISSP, AWS Security Specialty, AWS Cloud Practitioner, CompTIA Network+, SC-900, or AZ-900, or equivalent experience. Success in This RoleSuccess means improving our client's ability to prevent, detect, investigate, and respond to threats, while making secure development practices easier for engineering teams to adopt. ## Description This is a hands-on role for an experienced professional who can make an impact from day one. You'll partner closely with Infrastructure, Engineering, Product, Privacy, Compliance, Legal, and senior leadership in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. 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