Cyber Security Engineer

Quantum Technologies. LLC; Texas; On-site; USD 95,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Technologies. LLC is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to act as Tier-3 escalation for incidents and investigations while managing security tools and firewall rules across the enterprise. You will administer CrowdStrike EDR, Proofpoint Email Security, and SIEM platforms, and work with MSSPs to meet SLAs.

Strong cloud security experience is required. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in cybersecurity and hands-on experience with Palo Alto, CrowdStrike, Proofpoint, and Microsoft security

Qualifications

• 5+ years in cybersecurity roles.
• Proficient with Palo Alto, CrowdStrike, Proofpoint, Microsoft security tools, and SIEM platforms.
• Experience working with MSSPs/third-party vendors and clients.

Responsibilities

• Act as Tier 3 escalation point for security incidents and investigations.
• Manage and optimize security tools and platforms across the enterprise.
• Create, review, and troubleshoot Palo Alto Next-Gen Firewall rulesets.
• Administer and monitor CrowdStrike EDR and Proofpoint Email Security solutions.
• Operate and fine-tune SIEM platforms, including alert use case creation and optimization.
• Leverage Microsoft Cloud Security Tools to secure cloud environments.
• Lead the Vulnerability Management program, including scanning and remediation coordination.
• Collaborate with MSSPs, ensuring SLAs and quality standards.
• Conduct threat hunting, vulnerability assessments, and risk analysis.
• Develop and maintain security documentation, runbooks, and incident response procedures.
• Stay current with emerging threats and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication & docs

MSSP coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity/CS or related field

Tools

Palo Alto Firewalls

CrowdStrike Falcon

Proofpoint Email Security

Microsoft Security Suite (Defender, Sentinel, Purview)

SIEM (Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar, Elastic/ELK)

Job description

US Citizen, Green Card, H-1B, OPT-EAD, CPT, Other

Job Title: Cyber Security EngineerLocation:Woodlands, TX
Duration: 20 Months + Extension
Bill Rate: $81/hour
Job Type: W-2, 1099, C2C
Client: To Be Discussed Later
Work Authorization: US-Citizen, H-1B, OPT-EAD, GC-EAD

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a Tier 3 escalation point for security incidents and investigations.
• Manage and optimize security tools and platforms across the enterprise.
• Create, review, and troubleshoot Palo Alto Next-Gen Firewall rulesets.
• Administer and monitor CrowdStrike EDR and Proofpoint Email Security solutions.
• Operate and fine-tune SIEM platforms, including alert use case creation and optimization.
• Leverage Microsoft Cloud Security Tools (Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Identity, Purview, etc.) to secure cloud environments.
• Lead the Vulnerability Management program, including scanning, prioritization, remediation coordination, and reporting.
• Collaborate with and delegate tasks to MSSPs, ensuring SLAs and quality standards are met.
• Conduct threat hunting, vulnerability assessments, and risk analysis.
• Develop and maintain security documentation, runbooks, and incident response procedures.
• Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity roles.
• Strong experience with:
  • o Palo Alto Networks firewalls (ruleset creation, troubleshooting)
  • o CrowdStrike Falcon
  • o Proofpoint Email Security
  • o Microsoft Security Suite (Defender, Sentinel, Purview, etc.)
  • o SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar, Elastic (ELK))
• Proven experience interoperating with MSSPs, third-party security vendors, and or clients.
• Solid understanding of network security, endpoint protection, and cloud security principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.
• Completion of a recognized cybersecurity training program (e.g., SANS, NIST NICE Framework-aligned bootcamps).

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.