Remote Senior Information Security Engineer

Placements24; Canterbury; Hybrid; NZD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work stipend

Professional development

Conference attendance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Information Security Engineer to join a fully remote team, helping design, implement, and maintain robust security systems across the enterprise. You will lead security operations and automate processes, ensuring protection of digital assets and scalable cloud configurations.

The role emphasizes incident response leadership and mentoring, with collaboration across distributed teams to embed Security by Design in CI/CD and DevSecOps practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of hands-on information security experience.
• Bachelor's degree in CS, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Strong network, cloud, and application security expertise.
• Proficiency in Python and Bash scripting; automation with Ansible/Terraform.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage advanced security solutions (firewalls, IPS, EDR).
• Develop and secure cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure/GCP) configurations.
• Automate security workflows with Python, Bash, and IaC tools.
• Perform security assessments, scans, and pen tests with remediation.
• Integrate security into CI/CD pipelines (DevSecOps).
• Lead incident response for complex breaches and coordinate remediation.
• Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge.

Skills

Network security

Cloud security

Python

Bash

Ansible

Terraform

DevSecOps

Incident response

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Cybersecurity

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

EDR tools

Firewall management

Vulnerability scanners

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Information Security Engineer to join their team in a fully remote capacity, contributing to their security operations and infrastructure development. This role is integral to designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security systems that protect the organization's digital assets. You will leverage your expertise to tackle complex security challenges, automate security processes, and ensure the highest level of protection against evolving cyber threats. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional to work from anywhere while making a significant impact on enterprise security.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage advanced security solutions, including firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, and endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools.
• Develop and maintain secure cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure/GCP) configurations and policies.
• Automate security workflows and processes using scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) and infrastructure-as-code tools.
• Conduct thorough security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests, providing actionable remediation recommendations.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to integrate security best practices into the CI/CD pipeline (DevSecOps).
• Lead incident response efforts for complex security breaches, performing deep-dive analysis and coordinating remediation activities.
• Mentor junior security engineers and contribute to the team's knowledge base and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field; advanced degrees or equivalent experience are highly valued.
• Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in information security engineering or a similar role.
• Proven expertise in network security, cloud security architecture, and application security.
• Strong proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash) and experience with automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform).
• Deep understanding of threat landscapes, attack methodologies, and defensive strategies.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a distributed team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with potential for performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous remote work stipend for home office setup and connectivity.
• Significant opportunities for professional development, certifications, and conference attendance.
• A flexible and supportive remote work culture that promotes work-life balance and autonomy.