Remote Cybersecurity Engineer I: Threat Detection

SouthState Bank; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 76,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

SouthState Bank is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to manage day-to-day security operations and investigate security events, applying best practices and enterprise controls. The role focuses on monitoring, incident response, and continuous improvement of security posture within a banking environment.

The position supports on-call rotations, vulnerability assessments, and coordination with teams to protect critical assets. Strong analytical skills and a collaborative mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of direct Cybersecurity experience preferably as a cybersecurity engineer or similar role maintaining cybersecurity safeguards at a financial institution.
• Associate Degree (or equivalent) in Information Security, computer science, mathematics, engineering, or a closely related field.
• GIAC Certifications (GSEC, GCIH, GMON, GCIA, GSOC, GCED, GCDA) or similar.
• CompTIA Certifications (Security+, CySA+) or equivalent cybersecurity credentials.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with bank policies and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor logs and threat activity across security tools, workstations, servers, and network devices.
• Participate in investigations of anomalous activity and assist with incident response.
• Maintain configurations of security solutions and participate in vulnerability assessments and security audits.
• Provide on-call support and respond to cybersecurity incidents and security events.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Prioritization

Communication

Research skills

Business language

Self-motivated

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Associate Degree or equivalent

Tools

GIAC certifications

CompTIA certifications

Job description

SouthState Bank is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to manage day-to-day security operations and investigate security events, applying best practices and enterprise controls. The role focuses on monitoring, incident response, and continuous improvement of security posture within a banking environment.

The position supports on-call rotations, vulnerability assessments, and coordination with teams to protect critical assets. Strong analytical skills and a collaborative mindset are essential.