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# Security Engineer

- **Company:** Insight Global
- **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Identity and Access Management, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Python (Programming Language), Networking Basics, Windows PowerShell, Security Information and Event Management, Scripting, Delivery Pipeline, Firewalls (Computer Science), Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** June 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/BDC0F82308FC4E55B7821F47EDBAC5B0/job/

## About the Role

7+ years of experience in security engineering or a closely related technical security role.

-Strong Experience with Microsoft Defender/Crowdstrike

-Experience building detections or automation pipelines.

-Hands-on experience with common security tools (EDR, SIEM, IAM, vulnerability scanners, firewalls, etc.).

-Solid understanding of cloud security best practices (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

-Proficiency with scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash) or Infrastructure-as-Code tools.

-Strong familiarity with networking fundamentals, system administration, and secure architecture principles. Relevant certifications (e.g., Sec+, CYSA+, Azure/AWS security specialty).

## Description

The Security Engineer will be a critical piece to the Information Security team, driving the design, implementation, and technical controls that protect the organization and meet compliance requirements. You will play a hands-on role in hardening our environment, supporting detection and response, and enabling secure business operations. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and building scalable, secure solutions in a fast-moving environment.


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