Senior IT Cybersecurity Engineer | Remote

KING'S INSURANCE STAFFING LLC; United States; Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance staffing firm is seeking a skilled Lead Cybersecurity Engineer to bolster the security of their IT infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in complex enterprise environments, managing various security tools. This hybrid role offers an annual salary of $200,000 to $225,000+, along with a competitive benefits package including performance bonuses, flexible scheduling, and robust health plans.

Benefits

10–20% annual performance bonus

Flex schedule

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life plans

Employer matching 401(k)

Lucrative PTO plan

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of experience in cybersecurity roles within complex environments.
• History of success in technical security positions.
• Strong prioritization and troubleshooting skills in security-focused projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement security measures to protect systems and data.
• Monitor infrastructure for vulnerabilities and threats.
• Respond to incidents and conduct root cause analysis.

Skills

Cybersecurity roles experience

Technical security roles

Managing security tools

Analytical thinking

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related

Tools

Firewalls

Antivirus solutions

IDS/IPS

Vulnerability scanning platforms

Job description

Our client, a highly respected A-rated insurance carrier, is seeking a skilled Lead Cybersecurity Engineer to enhance and maintain the security of their IT infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience in enterprise environments, a proactive mindset toward threat prevention, and the ability to collaborate across teams to strengthen organizational security. This is a hybrid position out of any of our client's regional offices.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement security measures to protect systems, networks, and data.
• Monitor infrastructure for vulnerabilities, suspicious activity, and potential threats.
• Respond to incidents, conduct root cause analysis, and guide remediation efforts.
• Support secure configuration and deployment of systems in Windows-based environments.
• Collaborate with IT teams to integrate security into infrastructure and operations.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation on security policies, procedures, and incidents.
• Stay current on trends in cybersecurity, tools, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Proven experience (5–10+ years) working in cybersecurity roles within complex, enterprise-level Microsoft environments.
• History of success in technical security roles such as Security Engineer, SOC Analyst, or equivalent positions.
• Well‑versed in managing and supporting security tools including firewalls, antivirus solutions, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability scanning platforms.
• Strong analytical thinker with the ability to prioritize, troubleshoot, and lead multiple security‑focused projects simultaneously.
• Educational background in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related discipline.

Salary/Benefits

• $200,000 to $225,000+ annual base salary
• 10–20% annual performance bonus
• Flex schedule and remote flexibility
• Extremely competitive Medical, Dental, Vision and Life plans
• Employer matching 401(k) plan
• Lucrative PTO plan