Cyber security Engineer - Contract - Remote

Cyber security Engineer

Location: Remote

Interview Process: 1 round, Virtual/Online - potential for a 2nd round onsite as needed

Duration: 12 Months
Employment Type: Contract
Experience Required: 10+ Years

Candidate Location: No SC residency required. Open to nationwide candidates.

Project Scope:

Seeking a Senior Cyber Security Engineer to support enterprise security architecture, engineering, and operational initiatives. The role focuses on implementing, integrating, and maintaining security technologies across a large-scale environment, working closely with security architects and engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities:  

·        Support design, deployment, and operations of enterprise security platforms including:

• SIEM (Security Information and Event Management)
  
• XDR (Extended Detection and Response)
  
• Vulnerability Management systems
  
• Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions
  
• Security Awareness platforms
  

·        Build and maintain vulnerability management programs including scanning, remediation tracking, and reporting.

·        Deploy and manage Linux-based security sensors and endpoint monitoring tools.

·        Integrate and automate security tools using scripting and orchestration (Python, Bash, etc.).

·        Assist in enterprise security architecture design aligned with business and compliance requirements.

·        Implement security controls and validate their effectiveness across systems and applications.

·        Support incident detection, log analysis, monitoring, and response activities.

·        Develop technical documentation, SOPs, and implementation guides.

·        Contribute to threat mitigation strategies and continuous security improvements.

Required Skills & Experience:

·        Strong understanding of enterprise security architecture and engineering principles

·        8+ years of experience in Cybersecurity may be substituted in lieu of education

·        5+ years of experience implementing and supporting enterprise security tools (SIEM, CRIBL, XDR, Vulnerability Management, DLP, Endpoint Security)

·        5+ years of experience developing automation and integrations using scripting languages such as Python and BASH.

·        Hands-on experience with: SIEM administration and reporting, XDR platforms, Vulnerability management tools, Endpoint security and DLP solutions

·        Experience in Linux and Windows environments, including hardening and configuration

·        Knowledge of networking concepts and secure system design

·        Experience with security monitoring, detection, and incident response

Preferred Skills:

·        CISSP or Security+ certification

·        Experience with security frameworks:

• NIST Cybersecurity Framework CJIS, IRS 1075, CMS MARS-E
  

·        Experience building and deploying security sensors

·        Background in security automation and tool integration

·        SIEM Administration, Analysis, and Reporting experience.

Education & Certifications:

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or related field

CISSP or Security+ Certifications