Application Security Engineer

Tech Genius inc; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Tech Genius inc is seeking a senior cybersecurity leader to align security initiatives with business goals, oversee the SOC, and ensure successful project delivery.

You will communicate risks to executives, mentor a security team, implement threat detection and incident response, and maintain regulatory compliance across cloud and on-prem environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, CIS/MIS, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent).
• 3+ years experience in Cybersecurity engineering.

Responsibilities

• Align cybersecurity initiatives with corporate objectives and ensure project delivery.
• Clearly convey project risks and strategies to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to cybersecurity standards and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee integration of physical security with cybersecurity protocols.
• Coordinate resources and manage project progress to ensure delivery.
• Develop and implement secure communication protocols to protect data.
• Oversee SOC operations with latest tools, technologies, and processes.
• Report security operations risks, strategies, and KPIs to executives; ensure governance alignment.
• Mentor cybersecurity professionals and foster continuous improvement.
• Plan, execute, and deliver cybersecurity projects aligned with goals.
• Design and implement advanced threat detection and incident response protocols.

Skills

Cybersecurity engineering

Cloud security

Threat detection

Incident response

Security operations

Governance & reporting

Regulatory compliance

Team mentorship

Communication with executives

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Work closely with senior leadership, project managers, and stakeholders to align cybersecurity initiatives with corporate objectives and ensure successful project delivery.

Clearly convey project risks and strategies to senior management and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and informed decision-making.

Ensure adherence to cybersecurity standards and regulations, providing regular reports on security practices and compliance to stakeholders.

Oversee the integration of physical security measures with cybersecurity protocols to ensure comprehensive protection and monitoring of our infrastructure.

Effectively coordinate resources and manage project progress, addressing issues and risks to ensure successful delivery.

Develop and implement strategies for secure communication protocols to protect sensitive data and ensure the integrity cybersecurity systems.

Oversee the operations of the SOC, ensuring it is equipped with the latest tools, technologies, and processes to effectively monitor and respond to security threats.

Communicate critical security operations risks, strategies, and incident statuses to executive leadership, and prepare detailed performance reports with insights on compliance, effectiveness, and KPIs. Develop and implement strategies and governance frameworks for security operations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory compliance.

Mentor a team of cybersecurity professionals within the security operations domain, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement through targeted training and development opportunities.

Oversee and guide the planning, execution, and delivery of cybersecurity projects and initiatives, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.

Design and execute advanced threat detection and incident response protocols, ensuring rapid identification, containment, and remediation of security incidents.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education & Prior Job Experience: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Technology, Information Systems (CIS/MIS), Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience/training.


• 3+ Years experience in Cybersecurity engineering

Preferred Qualifications

• Education & Prior Job Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.


• 5+ years’ experience in cloud security engineering or related cybersecurity roles.


• Experience designing and implementing cloud security solutions and architectures.


• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their security features.


• Experience with regulatory compliance and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, PCI-DSS, ISO 27001).