Security Engineer

Maxonic maintains a close and long-term relationship with our direct client. In support of their needs, we are looking for a Security Engineer

Job Title: Security Engineer

Job Location: Fremont, CA

Work Schedule: Onsite 5 days a week

Salary: 120k to 140k (Base), Based on experience

The Information Security Team builds and creates the technologies and processes that we uses to secure our users, networks, and infrastructure. The team regularly collaborates with Systems Engineering, Networking Engineering and Global Cloud Operations, along with other teams. Helping secure the enterprise is our primary task, and we achieve this goal with cutting edge technologies and implementing robust security solutions.

We are looking for a Security Engineer that is passionate about cybersecurity, system monitoring and analysis, and developing/automating creative solutions. You will have a chance to work on identifying security gaps in infrastructure and process, effectively execute projects/initiatives to address them, demonstrate excellent judgment, prioritization and communication of technical security risks, and act as a security liaison supporting business units. You’ll enjoy this team if you like working in a highly collaborative environment focused on being entrepreneurial, agile, and responsive.

This position will be located in our Fremont, CA headquarters.

• Monitor security tools, logs, and perform security assessments to identify issues, vulnerabilities, and incidents.
• Develop dashboards, automated alerts, and access controls.
• Manage and configure security tools (e.g., vulnerability discovery, patch management, EDR, SIEM, MDM, DLP).
• Manage and configure access controls and management systems.
• Develop and implement comprehensive incident response plans; lead the response to security breaches and incidents, including forensic analysis and mitigation.
• Assist with regular security audits and compliance checks to ensure adherence to industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Collaborate with IT, Cloud, and Engineering teams to integrate security practices into the development lifecycle.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on security policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain documentation related to security operations, incident response, and compliance activities.

• Expertise in analyzing security logs and identifying incidents and suspicious activity.
• Strong understanding of operating systems, network protocols, architecture, and security vulnerabilities.
• Coding experience relevant to automating security tasks, log aggregation and analysis, and device management.
• Experience managing security technologies (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, malware analysis, and protection).
• Familiarity with Azure systems.
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, SOC2, FedRAMP) and experience with audits.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Security Certifications a plus
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in information security, particularly in security operations or a similar role.
• Ability to walk and stand on cement floors for long periods.
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend and performing repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to lift to 30 pounds at a time.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Since 2002 Maxonic has been at the forefront of connecting candidate strengths to client challenges. Our award winning, dedicated team of recruiting professionals are specialized by technology, are great listeners, and will seek to find a position that meets the long-term career needs of our candidates. We take pride in the over 10,000 candidates that we have placed, and the repeat business that we earn from our satisfied clients.

Please apply with your most current resume. Feel free to contact Jhankar Chanda () for more details.