Information Security Architect & Client Advisor

Abacus Technologies; Hoover (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Abacus Technologies seeks an Information Security Systems Engineer to join its Information Security Practice. The role blends security architecture, client consulting, and project delivery to protect client assets in a dynamic environment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in cybersecurity, hands-on experience with SIEM/firewalls/IDS-IPS, and strong problem-solving skills. Experience across AWS/Azure/GCP and compliance frameworks is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, CS, Information Systems, or related field.
• 3+ years in cybersecurity, engineering, or consulting roles.
• Strong understanding of security protocols, encryption, network design.
• Hands-on with SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security; cloud familiarity.
• Proficiency in Python/PowerShell/Bash.
• Experience in penetration testing and incident response.
• Knowledge of compliance standards (CMMC, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, NIST, ISO 27001, CIS).
• Strong analytical and communication skills; consulting mindset.
• Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+.

Responsibilities

• Security architecture and design for defenses with firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.
• Client advisory and consulting to tailor security roadmaps.
• Plan and deliver security-focused projects aligned with client objectives.
• Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify threats and mitigations.
• Lead and support incident investigations and resolution.
• Ensure compliance with security frameworks (CMMC, NIST, ISO 27001, CIS).
• Collaborate with internal teams and client stakeholders to integrate security into systems.
• Develop and deliver security awareness training for clients and staff.
• Research and adopt latest security technologies and methodologies.
• Monitor security tools, analyze logs, and produce detailed reports for clients and internal teams.

Skills

Security engineering

Client advisory

Threat analysis

Incident response

Cloud security

Python scripting

Penetration testing

Compliance knowledge

Communication skills

Security architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/CS/Information Systems

Tools

SIEM

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Endpoint security

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Python

PowerShell

Bash

Job description

Abacus Technologies seeks an Information Security Systems Engineer to join its Information Security Practice. The role blends security architecture, client consulting, and project delivery to protect client assets in a dynamic environment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in cybersecurity, hands-on experience with SIEM/firewalls/IDS-IPS, and strong problem-solving skills. Experience across AWS/Azure/GCP and compliance frameworks is preferred.