Job Title: Security Operations Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a Security Operations Engineer to monitor, triage, and investigate security threats across our systems and networks. The ideal candidate will have experience in security engineering, AWS, SIEM/EDR solutions, SOC, Python programming, and incident investigation/remediation. You will help continuously improve our cybersecurity detection and response operations, contribute to our Security Operations knowledge base, track Security Operations KPIs, and participate in an on-call rotation for incident response and escalations.

ResponsibilitiesMonitor, triage, and investigate security threats across systems and networksHelp continuously improve cybersecurity detection and response operationsContribute to Security Operations knowledge base materials such as playbooks and runbooksTrack Security Operations KPIsParticipate in on-call rotation for incident response and escalationsEssential Skills4+ years of experience working in a Security Operations programFamiliarity with Cloud Security (AWS)Willingness to learn new Security Operations technologies and skillsExperience triaging and investigating cybersecurity alertsExperience with SIEM, EDR, and log analysisExceptional communication and stakeholder management skills with proven ability to communicate clearlyPython coding familiarityKnowledge of KubernetesExperience working in a SOC environmentAdditional Skills & QualificationsSIEM correlation rule tuning and lifecycle managementExperience conducting training and mentoring for Security Operations and Incident ResponseExperience with infrastructure-as-codeMetrics/Data Analytics experienceExperience aligning Security Operations with industry standards including NIST, SOC2, and ISOWork Environment

This position is 100% remote. You will be part of a team that builds, tests, and maintains threat detection controls for both our driver and enterprise systems. The team also operates and maintains a mature Security Operations program and leads investigations of cybersecurity events.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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