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 MonthsEmployment 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