Information Security Engineer

The Phoenix Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Flexible PTO

Professional development stipend

Remote work options

Job summary

The Phoenix Group is seeking an Information Security Engineer to guide clients through complex security programs and manage compliance frameworks such as SOC 2 and ISO 27001. You will implement security controls in cloud, endpoint, and identity environments as the technical authority for cybersecurity operations.

Key duties include overseeing audits, developing security policies, and driving vulnerability management, incident response, and risk assessments across SaaS and IaaS platforms.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in information security, cybersecurity, or IT with a focus on security operations and compliance
• Experience leading full security audits using Vanta, Drata, or Secureframe platforms
• Hands-on administration of EDR and MDM tools
• Strong IAM knowledge (Okta, Entra ID) and cloud security practices for Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, and public clouds
• Experience managing vulnerability programs, incident response, and remediation efforts
• Thorough understanding of SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST CSF frameworks, and security policy development

Responsibilities

• Lead clients through SOC 2, ISO 27001, and NIST CSF audits, including readiness assessments, remediation, and evidence collection
• Develop and maintain security policies aligned with standards (NIST, GDPR, CCPA, SEC)
• Oversee internal compliance programs using automated tools (Vanta, etc.) and execute compliance roadmaps
• Evaluate vendors and AI tools for security risks and optimize TPRM procedures
• Deploy and manage EDR and MDM across Mac and Windows devices
• Strengthen IAM using Okta, Entra ID, MFA, and password managers
• Harden security posture of cloud platforms (G Workspace, M365, clouds)
• Monitor, triage, and respond to security alerts; lead incident response
• Manage vulnerability scans, pen tests, and SIEM administration
• Conduct security awareness training and phishing simulations
• Scope and lead security projects and document SOPs/Playbooks

Skills

Security operations

Audits & compliance

IAM & SSO

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Security or related field

Tools

SentinelOne

CrowdStrike

Jamf

Mosyle

Intune

Job description

As an Information Security Engineer, you will be responsible for guiding clients through complex security programs, managing compliance frameworks such as SOC 2 and ISO 27001, and directly implementing security controls in cloud, endpoint, and identity environments. You will serve as the technical authority on cybersecurity operations, vulnerability management, and security architecture, ensuring the protection of client assets and data integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead clients through SOC 2, ISO 27001, and NIST CSF audits, including readiness assessments, remediation, and evidence collection
• Develop and maintain security policies aligned with industry standards such as NIST, GDPR, CCPA, and SEC regulations, covering incident response, access management, acceptable use, BCDR, and privacy
• Oversee internal compliance programs using automated tools like Vanta, and execute compliance roadmaps aligned with client growth and fundraising milestones
• Evaluate vendors and AI tools for security risks, maintain vendor inventories, risk tiers, and attestations, and optimize TPRM procedures
• Deploy, configure, and manage endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions (SentinelOne), and mobile device management (MDM) platforms (Jamf, Mosyle, Intune) across Mac and Windows devices
• Strengthen identity and access management using Okta, Entra ID, MFA, and password managers such as 1Password
• Harden security posture of cloud-based platforms including Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, and major cloud providers, implementing best practices for SaaS and IaaS environments
• Monitor, triage, and respond to security alerts from endpoint, email, identity, and cloud sources; lead incident response and post-incident analysis
• Manage vulnerability scans, conduct pen testing, and administer SIEM tools; perform access reviews and configuration audits
• Conduct security awareness training, phishing simulations, and client security workshops to elevate security maturity
• Scope and lead security projects, manage timelines, and document standard operating procedures and Playbooks for operational consistency

Core Qualifications & Requirements

• 3 to 5+ years of experience in information security, cybersecurity, or IT with a focus on security operations and compliance
• Proven experience leading full security audits utilizing Vanta, Drata, or Secureframe platforms
• Hands-on administration of endpoint detection and response (EDR) and mobile device management (MDM) tools
• Strong knowledge of identity and access management systems (Okta, Entra ID) and cloud security practices for Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, and public cloud platforms
• Experience managing vulnerability programs, conducting incident response, and leading security remediation efforts
• Thorough understanding of SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST CSF frameworks, and security policy development

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Security+, CISSP, CISA, or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer certifications
• Consulting, MSP, or security advisory background
• Experience with SEC Regulation S-P, SOX ITGC, IPO readiness, or governance frameworks
• Risk assessments for AI tools and scripting knowledge in Python, PowerShell, or Bash

Core Technical Skills

• EDR: SentinelOne, CrowdStrike, Carbon Black
• Identity & Access Management: Okta, Entra ID, MFA solutions
• Security Frameworks: SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST CSF
• Vulnerability Management & SIEM: Qualys, Nessus, Splunk, Elastic

This role provides the opportunity to shape and lead security initiatives for innovative technology companies, ensuring robust risk mitigation and compliance at scale while working within a fast-paced, evolving cybersecurity environment.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range: Competitive based on experience, plus performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health benefits
• flexible PTO
• professional development stipents
• remote work options available