Security Engineer

AP Professionals; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Security Engineer III to design and optimize enterprise security solutions. This role focuses on firewall management, SOC engineering, and aligning security strategies with organizational compliance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in enterprise IT architecture and security operations, and will collaborate with various teams to enhance cybersecurity posture.

Qualifications

• At least 8-10 years of experience in enterprise IT architecture.
• Minimum of 5 years in security design and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Architect and enhance Security Operations Center (SOC) capabilities.
• Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise firewall solutions.
• Integrate threat intelligence feeds for proactive threat detection.

Skills

Network Security Design

Incident Response & Threat Hunting

Security Automation

Communication & Leadership

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

Tools

Python

PowerShell

Terraform

Job description

This is a W2 only (No C2C) remote contract to hire position however our client is only interested in candidates that currently reside in Arizona, Florida or near Philadelphia.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

The Security Engineer III designs, implements, and optimizes enterprise security solutions with a focus on firewall management, Security Operations Center (SOC) engineering, and security operations enablement. This role ensures security strategies align with organizational risk management and compliance requirements. The Security Engineer III collaborates with IT, security teams, and business units to enhance the organization’s overall cybersecurity posture.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• SOC Engineering - Architect and enhance Security Operations Center (SOC) capabilities, integrating security monitoring tools, SIEM solutions, and automation workflows.

• Security Operations Enablement - Develop and implement security frameworks and processes that enhance the efficiency of security operations teams.

• Firewall Management - Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise firewall solutions, ensuring secure network segmentation and traffic control.

• Incident Response Support - Work closely with SOC analysts to refine incident detection, investigation, and response capabilities.

• Threat Intelligence Integration - Integrate threat intelligence feeds and analytics to improve proactive threat detection and mitigation.

• Risk Management & Compliance - Ensure security controls comply with industry regulations such as NIST, ISO 27001, and SOC 2.

• Security Architecture Development - Define and document security reference architectures and best practices for network and cloud environments.

• Automation & Orchestration - Implement automation strategies for security processes, including firewall policy management and security alert triaging.

• Stakeholder Collaboration - Work with IT, DevOps, and business units to align security policies with operational goals.

• Continuous Improvement - Monitor emerging threats, security trends, and best practices to enhance enterprise security posture.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• Education - Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Preferred Certifications - CISSP, GIAC (GSEC, GCIA, GCIH), CCNP Security, Palo Alto Networks PCNSA/PCNSE, or equivalent.

• Security Management - Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).

• IT Systems Engineering - At least 8-10 years of experience in engineering enterprise IT platforms.

• Firewall Engineering - At least 5-7 years of experience managing enterprise firewall solutions.

• SOC Engineering & Security Operations - Minimum of 5 years in SOC engineering, incident response, or security automation.

• Network Security - Proven experience designing and securing network architectures, including VPNs, proxies, and IDS/IPS solutions.

• Threat Intelligence & Detection - Experience working with SIEM platforms, threat hunting, and endpoint detection response (EDR) solutions.

• Security Design - A minimum of 5 years of experience in security design and implementation.

• Azure Cloud Solutions - Proven expertise in designing and deploying Azure cloud solutions.

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 8-10 years of experience in enterprise IT architecture.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in security design and implementation.

• Proven expertise in designing and deploying Azure cloud solutions.

• Proven track record leading technical teams and architecture decisions on large-scale projects.

KNOWLEDGE

• Security Operations - In-depth understanding of SOC workflows, log management, and SIEM solutions (Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar, etc.).

• Firewall Technologies - Expertise in firewalls, including Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco, or Check Point.

• Cloud Technologies – In-depth understanding of cloud computing principles, serverless architectures, and cloud-native development.

• Cloud Security - Familiarity with cloud security models in AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.

• Security Standards & Compliance – Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, authentication protocols (OAuth, SAML).

• Regulatory Frameworks - Strong knowledge of compliance standards and best practices such as NIST, ISO 27001, SOC-2, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and GDPR.

• Automation & Scripting - Experience with Python, PowerShell, or Bash for security automation.

• Continuous Learning Mindset – Passion for staying up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Network Security Design - Ability to design and implement secure network architectures.

• Incident Response & Threat Hunting - Strong analytical skills for investigating security incidents.

• Security Automation - Proficiency in automating security processes and threat detection workflows.

• Project Management - Ability to manage security projects and drive cross-functional initiatives.

• Communication & Leadership - Strong ability to present security concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Strategic Thinking - Align security initiatives with business and IT strategies.

• Risk Assessment - Identify and prioritize security risks with data-driven analysis.

• Technical Leadership - Guide teams in implementing best practices for security operations.

• Adaptability - Stay ahead of emerging cybersecurity threats and technologies.

• Automation & Scripting - Proficiency in PowerShell, Terraform, and ARM templates.

• Detail-Oriented - Maintain strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Leadership & Mentorship – Strong ability to mentor and guide development teams, fostering technical growth and collaboration.

• Effective Communication – Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear insights for both technical and non- technical audiences.

• Project & Time Management – Skill in managing multiple projects, prioritizing tasks, and delivering high-quality solutions within deadlines.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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