Support Engineer III

RiseMe; Saco (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid holidays

Bonus potential

Job summary

Minuteman Security & Life Safety is seeking a Support Engineer III to manage complex security incidents and provide strategic advice on improvements. You will lead investigations, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with product and engineering teams to resolve design or deployment issues.

The role requires a strong background in IT security, incident response, and security tooling, with relevant certifications. A base salary is offered with potential bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience in IT security, network security, or technical support with a security focus.
• Deep understanding of security tools, incident response methodologies and standards.
• Experience leading technical teams and mentoring junior engineers.
• Knowledge of security compliance standards (ISO 27001, NIST, PCI-DSS, HIPAA).

Responsibilities

• Own high-priority security incidents and lead investigations.
• Provide guidance to junior engineers and collaborate with product teams.
• Develop and implement security best practices and policies.
• Perform regular security audits and respond to threats quickly.
• Design automation for incident management and monitoring.

Skills

Incident response

Mentoring

Automation

Security tooling

Communication

Education

CS/IT/Cybersecurity degree or equivalent

CISSP/CEH/CISM certifications

Tools

Python scripting

Job description

Description

Job Overview Summary

The Support Engineer III is a technical role in the security industry, responsible for managing and resolving the most complex security-related issues and providing strategic advice on security improvements. Engineers in this role will lead incidents, provide guidance to junior engineers, and help design solutions to prevent security breaches. They play a critical role in ensuring system stability and security.

What you’ll be doing (and doing well!):

• Provide tier-3 support for high-priority and complex security incidents
• Lead investigation and resolution of critical security breaches or vulnerabilities
• Mentor and provide leadership to junior support engineers
• Work closely with product development and engineering teams to resolve design or deployment issues
• Perform regular security audits and assessments of customer environments
• Assist in creating and updating security best practices and policies for clients
• Stay informed on emerging security threats and technologies and advise the organization on preventative measures
• Develop automation solutions for incident management and security monitoring
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

• Own It: Focus on excellence in everything you do and each interaction you have with all clients
• Learn: Absorb the training. Make yourself an expert on our portfolio of solutions
• Represent: Always understand that you are the face of the company to our customers
• Diversity: Every project is different so you must enjoy variety in your workday
• Work as One Team: Work closely with Minuteman’s sales, management, and operations teams to best serve our customers
• Find a way: Turn challenges into opportunities
• Play To Win.

What we like about you:

• A Sense of humor, creativity, and positive attitude
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• Prior experience in IT security, network security, or technical support, with a focus on security technologies
• Deep understanding of security tools, protocols, and incident response methodologies
• Experience managing and troubleshooting complex security incidents and breaches
• Proven track record of leading technical teams and mentoring junior engineers
• In-depth knowledge of security compliance standards and regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, PCI-DSS, HIPAA)
• Relevant certifications, such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), are required
• Proficiency in scripting or automation (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell) is a plus
• Strong communication and documentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Pay Transparency Statement

The base salary range for this role is $70,100 - $109,600. Note that salary may vary based on location, skills, and experience and may vary from the amounts listed above. This position may also be eligible for a variable bonus in addition to base salary as well as health coverage, paid holidays, and other benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Minuteman Security & Life Safety is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability or genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Minuteman Security & Life Safety provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of these protected characteristics. Further, Minuteman Security & Life Safety takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants and employees are treated without regard to any of these protected characteristics in all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and separation from employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Drug-Free Workplace Statement

Minuteman Security Technologies, Inc is an equal opportunity employer, that offers a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.