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. Responsibilities + Monitor, triage, and investigate security threats across systems and networks + Help continuously improve cybersecurity detection and response operations + Contribute to Security Operations knowledge base materials such as playbooks and runbooks + Track Security Operations KPIs + Participate in on-call rotation for incident response and escalations Essential Skills + 4+ years of experience working in a Security Operations program + Familiarity with Cloud Security (AWS) + Willingness to learn new Security Operations technologies and skills + Experience triaging and investigating cybersecurity alerts + Experience with SIEM, EDR, and log analysis + Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills with proven ability to communicate clearly + Python coding familiarity + Knowledge of Kubernetes + Experience working in a SOC environment Additional Skills & Qualifications + SIEM correlation rule tuning and lifecycle management + Experience conducting training and mentoring for Security Operations and Incident Response + Experience with infrastructure-as-code + Metrics/Data Analytics experience + Experience aligning Security Operations with industry standards including NIST, SOC2, and ISO Work 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. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.