Security Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Continuously assess and analyze security alerts and incidents utilizing CrowdStrike and Zscaler.

• Investigate security incidents to identify root causes and take swift action to contain and resolve issues.

• Engage in proactive threat hunting across the network leveraging CrowdStrike capabilities.

• Identify and evaluate system vulnerabilities within networks, applications, and infrastructure.

• Collaborate with teams to ensure timely remediation of identified vulnerabilities.

• Generate comprehensive reports on incidents, threats, and vulnerabilities along with actionable security recommendations.

• Partner with IT, compliance, and security teams to formulate and implement security strategies.

• Assist in the development and delivery of security awareness initiatives.

• Keep abreast of emerging threats, tools, and best practices.

• Ensure compliance with technical security controls and guidelines in accordance with HIPAA, PCI, SOC2, ISO 27001/27013, and NIST 800-53.

• Perform remote work with significant computer-monitor interaction.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, focusing on incident response and threat detection.

• Practical experience with the CrowdStrike EDR platform for threat hunting, incident response, and vulnerability management.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related discipline.

• Familiarity with cloud services such as Azure and AWS.

• Proficient in using Zscaler, CrowdStrike, Abnormal Security, and Tenable.io.

• Experience with SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability scanning tools.

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to solve problems, especially when analyzing complex data to uncover threats.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, particularly in translating technical details for non-technical audiences.

• Strong capability to identify anomalies that may indicate security threats.

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or CCFA are a plus.

• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certification is preferred.

• CISSP certification is preferred.

• Experience with additional EDR platforms, SIEM tools, or network security technologies.

• Familiarity with scripting or programming languages like Python and PowerShell.

• Previous experience in a SOC (Security Operations Center) environment is advantageous.

🏝️ Benefits

• Generous annual bonus opportunity.

• 401(k) plan with Employer Match.

• Flexible Time Off: take time off when needed without concerns about available hours.

• 11 paid holidays.

• Your Day Your Way - Celebrate a day of cultural or social significance to you.

• Access to LinkedIn Learning courses for professional growth.

• Choice of Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans.

• Health Savings Account with employer match.

• Flexible Spending Account.

• 100% Company-Paid Parental leave (after 6 months with the company).

• Company-Paid Life Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability Insurance.

• Nextech Luminary Peer Recognition Program.

• Employee Assistance Program offering free counseling sessions.

• Corporate Discounts on Retail, Travel, and Entertainment.