Job Description
Are you ready to defend the digital frontier?
Join Sentinel Cyber Defense as a Senior Security Engineer and take the lead in protecting critical infrastructure from evolving cyber threats. In this high-impact role, you will design robust security architectures, lead incident response efforts, and mentor a team of elite security professionals. We are looking for a visionary security expert who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about proactive defense strategies.
Why join us?
- Competitive compensation package ($140k - $180k).
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Flexible remote and hybrid work options.
- Professional development and certification reimbursement.
Role Overview:
The Senior Security Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our organization's data. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify vulnerabilities and implement state-of-the-art security solutions.
Responsibilities
- Monitor security alerts and traffic to detect potential threats in real-time using SIEM tools.
- Lead and direct the incident response team during security breaches to minimize downtime and data loss.
- Design, implement, and maintain enterprise-wide security policies, procedures, and controls.
- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify system weaknesses.
- Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and countermeasures to ensure our defenses are up to date.
- Collaborate with IT and development teams to integrate security best practices into the software development lifecycle (DevSecOps).
- Mentor junior security analysts and provide technical guidance on complex security issues.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in cybersecurity, network security, or a related field.
- Certification such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or Security+ is highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls.
- Expert proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar, or similar) and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) platforms.
- Experience with scripting and automation using Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
- Deep understanding of network protocols, firewalls, VPNs, and cloud security (AWS/Azure).
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.