Security Operations Engineer (Azure & Compliance)

Saxon Global; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking a Senior Security Operations Engineer for a hybrid role in Miami, FL. This position will support a global banking transformation initiative, focusing on Microsoft Azure and robust security operations. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in incident response, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder management. Join a dynamic team and help shape the security strategy as part of a growing organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in security operations or a similar role.
• Experience with regulatory compliance (NIST, GLBA).
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security events and lead incident response.
• Manage access control and conduct risk assessments.
• Collaborate with governance to authorize changes.

Skills

Proficiency in SIEM tools

Experience with FFIEC frameworks

Familiarity with cloud security tools

Strong understanding of network protocols

Ability to conduct penetration testing

Tools

Palo Alto

SCCM

AlienVault

Azure Security Center

Job description

Security Operations Engineer (Azure & Compliance)

Title: Senior Security Operations (SecOps) Engineer

Location: Miami, FL (Hybrid)

Duration: Contract (6–12 months, potential for conversion)

NOTE:

• Excellent comm skills, stakeholder management and if they speak Spanish even better

Overview:

• We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Security Operations Engineer to join a growing cybersecurity team supporting a global banking transformation initiative. This role is pivotal in establishing and maintaining robust security operations across expanding U.S. and LATAM offices, with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure and regulatory alignment.
• The position reports directly to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and supports the Chief Information Officer (CIO), serving as a strategic liaison between internal teams, vendors, and client stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• 1. Security Monitoring & Incident Response
• Monitor access and security events across infrastructure and applications.
• Lead incident response and forensic investigations for cybersecurity events.
• Manage and update role-based access matrices and privileged access controls.
• Coordinate with cybersecurity vendors and internal teams to remediate vulnerabilities.
• Conduct risk profiling aligned with FFIEC and GLBA standards.
• Perform evidence gathering and validation for cybersecurity maturity assessments.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory frameworks.
• Oversee perimeter and datacenter firewall configurations (e.g., Palo Alto).
• Manage endpoint protection, patch management, and vulnerability remediation.
• Implement defense-in-depth strategies including network segmentation and zero-trust architecture.
• 2. Change Management & Governance
• Participate in change approval processes for infrastructure and application updates.
• Collaborate with governance bodies to assess risk levels and authorize go-live decisions.
• Maintain audit trails and documentation for all security-related changes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between internal teams and external vendors.
• Support contract hiring models and team expansion efforts across regions.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration with cybersecurity analysts, IT project managers, and infrastructure administrators.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Proficiency in SIEM tools, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint protection platforms.
• Experience with FFIEC frameworks, NIST standards, and GLBA compliance.
• Familiarity with cloud security tools (Azure Security Center, ATP, Conditional Access).
• Strong understanding of network protocols, segmentation, and firewall rule sets.
• Ability to conduct penetration testing and risk mitigation planning.

Technical Environment:

• Firewall & NAC: Palo Alto (Perimeter & Datacenter), Counteract
• Endpoint Management: SCCM, Microsoft Intune, Crowdstrike, Qualys
• Monitoring & Analytics: AlienVault IDS, Palo Alto IPS, Azure Security Center
• Cloud Security: Azure ATP, CASB, Privileged Identity Management

Preferred Certifications:

• CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent (preferred but not required)

Why This Role is Exciting:

• Be part of a core banking transformation initiative using Temenos.
• Work closely with executive leadership including the CTO and CIO.
• Help build a cybersecurity team from the ground up in a high-growth environment.
• Collaborate across international teams, including Peru and the U.S.
• Opportunity to shape security strategy for a rapidly expanding organization.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Information Technology and Finance

Industries

• Information Services, Banking, and Investment Banking