Senior Security Engineer / Hybrid in Scottsdale

Motion Recruitment; Scottsdale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligible

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vacation Time

Stock Options

Job summary

Motion Recruitment is seeking a Senior Security Engineer in Scottsdale, AZ, with 5+ years in cybersecurity. You’ll lead Linux security, design network controls, manage vulnerabilities, and drive incident response while shaping security governance across multi-environment deployments.

The role offers a flexible hybrid schedule and direct-hire stability, with opportunities to influence strategy and work on PCI DSS–related environments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of cybersecurity engineering experience.
• Hands-on Linux administration experience.
• Strong security architecture and threat mitigation knowledge.
• Experience with SIEM/EDR/XDR and vulnerability scanners.
• Ability to create technical documentation and standards.
• Experience in regulated environments such as PCI DSS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead Linux infrastructure security across multiple environments.
• Design and implement network security controls and architectures.
• Drive vulnerability management and incident response initiatives.
• Contribute to security architecture and governance practices.

Skills

Security architecture

Vulnerability management

Incident response

Linux administration

Networking fundamentals

SIEM/EDR/XDR

Technical leadership

Documentation & procedures

Education

CISSP

GIAC

Security+

Tools

SIEM

EDR/XDR

Vulnerability scanners

Firewall / network security platforms

Job description

A growing managed services and cybersecurity-focused organization is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to join its team in Scottsdale, AZ. This full-time direct hire opportunity offers a flexible hybrid schedule and the chance to work across Linux infrastructure, security architecture, vulnerability management, incident response, and network security technologies. The organization supports clients operating in highly regulated environments, including financial services and payment processing, where security and compliance are critical to business operations.

This is much more than a traditional network engineering role. The team is looking for a senior-level security professional who can act as a trusted technical expert, take ownership of security initiatives, and help influence long-term security strategy. If you enjoy solving complex security challenges, working hands-on with infrastructure, and designing scalable solutions across multiple environments, this role offers significant technical exposure and the opportunity to make a direct impact.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, infrastructure security, network security, or a related discipline
• Strong understanding of security architecture, vulnerability management, and threat mitigation
• Experience identifying, investigating, and remediating security vulnerabilities
• Hands-on Linux administration experience, including hardening, patching, and troubleshooting
• Strong networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, routing, VLANs, VPNs, firewalls, and segmentation
• Experience implementing and managing enterprise security tools such as SIEM, EDR/XDR, vulnerability scanners, and network security platforms
• Knowledge of incident response processes and security investigations
• Experience creating technical documentation, standards, and operational procedures
• Strong communication skills and ability to provide technical leadership

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience supporting PCI DSS or other regulated compliance environments
• Exposure to Zero Trust architecture and security frameworks
• Experience within managed services, consulting, or multi-client environments
• Background designing scalable security solutions across multiple organizations
• Security certifications such as CISSP, GIAC, Security+, or equivalent
• Experience mentoring engineers and serving as an escalation point for security issues

What You Will Be Doing

• 40% Linux Infrastructure Security
• 30% Network Security Engineering
• 20% Vulnerability Management & Incident Response
• 10% Security Architecture & Governance

Daily Responsibilities

• 80% Hands On
• 10% Management Duties
• 10% Team Collaboration

The Offer

• Bonus eligible

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Vacation Time
• Stock Options

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.