Senior IT Security Engineer - Remote

Overview

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior IT Security Engineer in the United States.

In this role, you will play a critical part in building and operationalizing a robust cybersecurity program for a fast-growing technology environment. You will lead the deployment of core security systems, configure cloud and endpoint security standards, and implement incident response processes. This is a hands-on position ideal for someone who thrives on building security infrastructure from the ground up, balancing technical expertise with operational rigor. You will work closely with IT engineering teams to ensure compliance, visibility, and operational excellence across security systems. The position offers the opportunity to influence the security posture at scale while maintaining flexibility in a dynamic, remote-friendly environment.

In Short

• Lead the deployment, configuration, and integration of core security systems and processes to enhance organizational security posture.
• Establish alerting, reporting, and dashboarding capabilities for operational visibility and proactive security monitoring.
• Own and execute the Security Incident Response Process, performing initial analysis, containment, and log correlation for security alerts.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, runbooks, and system documentation for newly implemented security tools and processes.
• Harden infrastructure across endpoints (Windows, macOS, Linux) and cloud platforms (GCP and/or Azure), implementing baseline security standards.
• Provide expert guidance to the IT Engineering team on integrating security controls into network and system architecture.

Requirements

• Proven experience in IT security engineering or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and best practices.
• Experience with cloud platforms, particularly GCP and Azure.
• Familiarity with endpoint security solutions for various operating systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours in a remote-friendly environment.
• Opportunity to influence and shape the security posture of the organization.
• Collaborative team culture focused on innovation.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.