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Security Operations Lead Engineer​/Onsite

Job in Scottsdale, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85261, USA
Listing for: Motion Recruitment
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Cybersecurity, Security Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Security Operations Lead Engineer / Onsite /

Security Operations Lead Engineer / Onsite /

We’re looking for a fully onsite Security Operations Lead to take ownership of a rapidly growing security program. This is a hybrid technical and strategic position where you’ll assess the current environment, identify gaps, and build the foundation for a future internal SOC. You’ll work directly with IT, engineering, and compliance teams to strengthen detection, harden infrastructure, and establish modern security practices.

This is a startup style opportunity for someone who wants to actually shape a security program instead of inheriting one. In your first 30-60 days, you’ll evaluate posture, redefine workflows, and implement best in class processes that future hires will grow from. You’ll lead detection engineering, mature incident response, manage Sec Ops tooling, and influence long term strategy. As the security function scales, this role naturally evolves into a SOC Lead, Manager, or Director path, perfect for someone ready for ownership and visibility.

Required

Skills & Experience
  • Experience in a SOC, Sec Ops, or security engineering role
  • Strong understanding of compliance frameworks including PCI, SOC 2, and NIST
  • Hands‑on familiarity with Fortinet tools or similar security platforms
  • Experience tuning SIEM alerts, building detections, and improving security visibility
  • Background in incident response processes from triage through remediation
  • Working knowledge of Azure identity, conditional access, and cloud security controls
  • Ability to automate tasks using Power Shell or Python
  • Strong documentation, communication, and cross‑team leadership skills
  • Ability to work fully onsite and operate independently in a fast‑evolving environment
Desired Skills & Experience
  • Experience building security programs from the ground up
  • Background running security sprints or managing a security backlog
  • Prior involvement in developing SOPs, runbooks, and IR playbooks
  • Exposure to XDR ecosystems and improving alert fidelity
  • Interest in leadership growth into SOC Lead, Manager, or Director level roles
What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

  • 30% Fortinet stack (Forti Gate, Forti Analyzer, EMS)
  • 25% SIEM management, detection engineering, alert tuning
  • 15% Azure security, identity protection, conditional access
  • 15% Power Shell or Python automation
  • 10% Compliance frameworks (PCI, SOC 2, NIST)
  • 5% General security operations and infrastructure support
Daily Responsibilities
  • 100% Hands On
The Offer
  • Bonus OR Commission eligible
You Will Receive The Following Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Vacation Time
  • Stock Options

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full‑time basis now and in the future.

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level

Employment type:

Full‑time

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