IT Security Engineer - US Remote - Permanent

Infused Solutions; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive IT Security Engineer to lead and enhance corporate security in a fully remote role. This position offers the opportunity to own security operations, mitigate threats, and ensure compliance with industry standards such as ISO 27001 and NIST. You'll work with cutting-edge security technologies while conducting regular security audits and providing training to employees. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are ready to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Work-Life Balance

Career Growth Opportunities

Cutting-Edge Security Technologies

Qualifications

• Proven experience in corporate IT security, including endpoint, network, and cloud security.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain IT security policies and controls across environments.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents and vulnerabilities in real time.

Skills

IT Security

Cybersecurity Principles

Threat Management

Scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash)

Incident Response

Risk Management

Education

Industry Certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, Security+)

Tools

SIEM

EDR

DLP

MFA

Firewalls

Microsoft Security Tools

Job description

IT Security Engineer - US Remote - Permanent

Job Title: IT Security Engineer
Job Type: Permanent
Location: US Remote
Salary: $120,000 - $140,000

Are you a skilled IT Security Engineer looking to make a real impact? We're seeking a proactive security professional to lead and strengthen corporate security within a dynamic organisation. This is an opportunity to own security operations, mitigate threats, and ensure compliance with key industry standards like ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS while securing networks, systems, and cloud infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

1. Design, implement, and maintain IT security policies and controls across networks, endpoints, and cloud environments.
2. Monitor and respond to security incidents, vulnerabilities, and threats in real time.
3. Work closely with IT teams to enhance security configurations and manage patching effectively.
4. Conduct regular security audits, risk assessments, and penetration testing to identify and resolve threats.
5. Oversee security tools such as SIEM, EDR, DLP, MFA, and firewalls for enhanced protection.
6. Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks, including ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, and GDPR.
7. Provide security awareness training to employees and enforce best practices across the business.

What We're Looking For

1. Proven experience in corporate IT security, including endpoint, network, and cloud security.
2. Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat landscapes, and risk management.
3. Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash) for security operations.
4. Hands-on expertise with security technologies: SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and firewalls.
5. Knowledge of Microsoft security tools (Defender, Sentinel, Azure Security Center) is a plus.
6. Experience with incident response, vulnerability management, and security best practices.
7. Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, and CIS.
8. Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or Security+ are highly desirable.

Why Join Us?

1. A fully remote role offering flexibility and work-life balance.
2. A chance to take ownership of security operations in an enterprise environment.
3. Work with cutting-edge security technologies and frameworks.
4. Competitive salary of $120,000 - $140,000 plus potential career growth.

If you're a self-driven IT Security Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to hit the ground running, we want to hear from you!

Apply now or reach out to Ash Ali for more details.