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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Information Security Platform Engineer - **Company:** RETAIL INDUSTRIES, INC. - **Location:** Blue Bell, PA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $145,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Antivirus Softwares, Application Firewall, Software System Penetration Testing, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Data Security, Intrusion Detection Systems, Network Security, Security Information and Event Management, Software Vulnerability Management, Mitre Att&ck, Software Troubleshooting, Information Technology, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** November 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/information-security-platform-engineer--9c94652b-f20f-435d-9ae9-34c3c1166df4 ## About the Role Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Security Infrastructure, Security Infrastructure, Machine Tool, Consulting, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Pricing, Computer Security, Incident Response, Information Technology & Information Systems, * 4+ years of hands-on experience in one or more of the following: * o Information Security Engineering * o Incident Response / Security Operations * o IT Infrastructure Engineering with strong security tooling exposure * Practical experience implementing and supporting security controls and platforms such as: * o Endpoint protection and EDR * o Email security * o Network security controls * o Vulnerability management * o Secure cloud configurations * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently. * Experience collaborating with cross-functional technical teams in a remote environment. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Familiarity with at least one industry regulation or framework (e.g., NIST, CIS, SANS, MITRE ATT&CK, HIPAA, HITRUST)., * Required Experience & Skills * 4+ years of hands-on experience in one or more of the following: * o Information Security Engineering * o Incident Response / Security Operations * o IT Infrastructure Engineering with strong security tooling exposure * Practical experience implementing and supporting security controls and platforms such as: * o Endpoint protection and EDR * o Email security * o Network security controls * o Vulnerability management * o Secure cloud configurations Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently. * Experience collaborating with cross-functional technical teams in a remote environment. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Familiarity with at least one industry regulation or framework (e.g., NIST, CIS, SANS, MITRE ATT&CK, HIPAA, HITRUST). Preferred Qualifications: * Hands-on experience with cloud and cloud security platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP). * Prior experience operationalizing or maturing SOC tools. * Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are a plus * Deliverables & Outcomes * The consulting firm should expect the contractor to: * Maintain stable and effective operation of assigned security tools Improve reliability and detection quality of existing security platforms * Contribute to faster and more effective incident response * Provide clean documentation and knowledge transfer to internal teams by the end of the engagement Desired Skills & Experience: * This role is intended to augment an existing Information Security team and does not include people-management responsibilities. * Pricing should reflect a senior-level individual contributor with strong security engineering hands-on expertise. * The contractor must be able to perform all responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. ## Description We are seeking an experienced Information Security Platform Engineer (Contractor) for a 6-month engagement to support and enhance our information security tooling and operations. This role is 100% remote, working normal U.S. business hours, and will be provided through a consulting/contracting firm for pricing and staffing purposes. The contractor will focus on building, operationalizing, and providing Tier 2 support for key security technologies while partnering closely with our internal Information Security and IT teams., * Build, configure, and provide Tier 2 support for security tools, including but not limited to: * o SIEM * o IDS/IPS * o Web Application Firewall (WAF) * o Next-Generation Antivirus / Endpoint Protection * o Email security gateways * o Vulnerability management platforms * o Asset discovery and inventory tools * o Cloud security controls Operationalize existing security tools through: * o Control validation and tuning o Enablement of new features * o Platform upgrades aligned to security objectives * Partner with Information Security and IT teams to improve Security Operations Center (SOC) efficiency and effectiveness. * Support investigation of escalated security incidents in collaboration with the SOC, including: * o Identifying unauthorized activity * o Assisting with containment and remediation * o Contributing technical findings and documentation to incident reports * Perform root-cause analysis related to security tool outages or performance issues and provide remediation recommendations. * Assist with preparation and responses for external audits, penetration tests, and vulnerability assessments. * Produce clear technical documentation and knowledge transfer for internal teams.