Security Engineer

Description

We are seeking a Senior Security Engineer to design, implement, and manage enterprise security solutions that protect critical systems, applications, and data. This role is focused on strengthening security posture, ensuring compliance, and proactively defending against evolving cyber threats in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Design, deploy, and support secure systems aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements

+ Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and best practices to improve overall security posture

+ Architect and support security infrastructure including:

+ SIEM (Security Information and Event Management)

+ DLP (Data Loss Prevention)

+ IPS (Intrusion Prevention Systems)

+ Monitor and manage security systems, including provisioning, alerting, and incident response

+ Perform system validation, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis for security incidents

+ Conduct vulnerability assessments and partner with teams to implement remediation plans

+ Support system patching, maintenance, and security hardening initiatives

+ Collaborate with engineering, infrastructure, and business teams to integrate security into all projects

+ Research emerging threats and evaluate new tools or technologies for risk mitigation

+ Participate in on-call rotation for production incident support

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

+ 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, security engineering, or related IT roles

+ Strong knowledge of security tools and technologies:

+ SIEM platforms

+ Firewalls, IDS/IPS

+ Endpoint protection / anti-malware

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Experience with :

+ Cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

+ Network security and system hardening

+ Identity and access management (IAM) concepts

+ Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO, etc.)

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Experience with vulnerability management and risk mitigation strategies

+ Knowledge of compliance standards (PCI, privacy regulations)

+ Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field

+ Security certifications such as:

+ CISSP

+ CISM

+ GCIH

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Experience with penetration testing or security assessments

+ Cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, GCP)

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Experience with scripting or automation (Python, Power Shell, Bash)

+ Experience delivering security awareness training or working with cross-functional teams

What We're Looking For:

+ A proactive, security-first mindset

+ Ability to work across both technical and business teams

+ Strong communication and documentation skills

+ Someone who can own security initiatives end-to-end

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