Cybersecurity Engineer (EDR)

Cybersecurity Engineer (EDR)
6 month contract
100% remote

No c2c permitted.

The Cybersecurity team designs, implements, and supports next generation security solutions, systems, and platforms that protect enterprise environments and affiliated business units. This role operates in a fast paced, collaborative environment and supports security technologies that must remain agile while meeting regulatory and security framework requirements.

Candidates should have hands on experience supporting core infrastructure operating systems, host compliance controls, file integrity monitoring, and advanced malware defense technologies. Working knowledge of IBM AIX, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, macOS, and Windows Enterprise environments is required.

Essential Functions

The essential functions listed represent the primary responsibilities of this role. Additional duties may be assigned. This role will support the migration of multiple business units to a next-generation SIEM platform, including CrowdStrike-based security solutions.

Research, evaluate, validate, and recommend security technologies
Support build, test, and implementation activities for enterprise security solutions
Coordinate with vendors and service providers supporting security tools and platforms
Manage system and application configurations, policies, and operational activities for assigned security solutions
Monitor, report on, and optimize performance of security technologies
Provide incident response and problem management for security technology issues
Troubleshoot software and hardware failures and perform remediation to restore service
Track and follow up on security work requests, coordinating with other IT teams to ensure timely resolution and approvals
Support escalations, known issues, and out of cycle requests across multiple security platforms
Develop and maintain operational documentation including procedures, diagrams, and knowledge articles
Collect, analyze, and present security data and metrics to peers, leadership, and stakeholders
Assist with migration, upgrade, and decommissioning of security technologies, including risk and impact analysis
Collaborate with cross functional teams to deliver security initiatives
Support continuous testing, validation, and gap analysis for security hardening efforts
Align solutions with established security architecture standards and published reference designs
Support disaster recovery planning, implementation, and testing for security platforms
Assist with remediation activities resulting from audits, threat assessments, and vulnerability findings
Provide training and knowledge transfer on security tools, processes, and procedures

Required Qualifications

Basic knowledge of TCP/IP networking
Ability to work independently while knowing when to seek guidance
Foundational understanding of security controls across network, application, and operating system layers
Experience or knowledge of vulnerability management and patching processes
Strong technical, analytical, and administrative skills
Strong documentation and review discipline
Proven problem solving ability
Professional demeanor with strong written and verbal communication skills
High level of motivation and passion for technology
Ability to learn new technologies quickly
Strong solution design mindset to address security capability gaps
Team oriented with a sense of ownership and accountability

Required Work Experience

4 or more years of related professional experience
2 or more years in cybersecurity
2 or more years in IT infrastructure or systems operations

Required Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent relevant work experience

Required Certifications

Certification required at time of submission. Certification number must be included on the resume.

SSCP or CISSP

Contractors must hold a relevant cybersecurity or technical certification. If a qualifying certification is not held, one must be obtained within six months of hire. Specific certification requirements will be defined by the hiring manager.

Preferred Qualifications

Exposure to project management methodologies such as Waterfall, Agile, Lean, or SAFe

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