Security Engineer

Overview

Location:

Jacksonville, Florida. Contract role with the potential to become permanent. We are seeking a Security Engineer to lead the development and execution of security solutions that safeguard infrastructure, applications, and sensitive information against evolving cyber threats. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience across security engineering, threat prevention, and compliance-focused operations, and partners closely with technical and business stakeholders.

• Design, implement, and support technical solutions aligned with business objectives and organizational standards
• Develop and maintain policies, standards, and procedures to ensure consistent and effective operations
• Build and support systems and platforms used for monitoring, prevention, and response across applications, infrastructure, and data environments
• Manage day-to-day operations, including system access, monitoring, and issue resolution
• Participate in on-call support as needed to address critical incidents or production issues
• Research emerging technologies and trends, and assist in evaluating and implementing new solutions
• Identify areas for improvement and contribute to ongoing enhancements, including system optimization and issue remediation
• Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to support project delivery and ensure alignment with requirements
• Perform routine maintenance, updates, and administration to ensure systems remain stable, secure, and up to date

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Several years of experience in IT, with exposure to systems, infrastructure, or security-related functions
• General understanding of industry frameworks, standards, and best practices, with the ability to apply them in a professional environment
• Hands-on experience supporting technical environments, including systems, networks, cloud platforms, and access management
• Familiarity with enterprise tools used for monitoring, protection, and system management
• Experience working with cloud platforms and supporting modern infrastructure environments
• Ability to assess issues, identify risks, and recommend practical solutions in a team-oriented setting
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Relevant certifications, technical training, or scripting experience are a plus

All applicants for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Hired contract/temporary professionals are eligible to enroll in available benefits where applicable.