job summary:
Are you a hands-on technical leader with a passion for driving enterprise-wide security automation? We are partnering with a premier technology infrastructure organization seeking a Senior Manager of Information Security Engineering to completely own and mature their security tooling ecosystem. In this critical hybrid role based in Reston, Virginia, you will oversee a high-performing engineering team dedicated to deploying, integrating, and optimizing cutting-edge security technologies. You will champion an engineering-first approach, driving automation to reduce manual efforts and ensuring optimal threat detection, prevention, and response. This permanent placement opportunity offers an excellent environment to shape high-level security strategy, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
location: Reston, Virginia
job type: Permanent
salary: $190,000 - 210,000 per year
work hours: 9am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Supports implementation, stabilization, and daily performance of security tooling
- Lead lifecycle management of enterprise security tools and platforms
- Manage and mentor a team of senior security engineers responsible for deployment, integration, tuning and operational management of security technologies
- Drive and develop automation and an engineering first approach to reduce manual efforts
- Partner with security operations to ensure tools support operational workflows
- Establish metrics, KPIs and maturity roadmaps for security tooling effectiveness
- Ensure tools are configured, proactively monitored and maintained according to security best practices
- Drive continuous improvement of detection coverage, automation and operational efficiency
qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a related technical field, or equivalent professional experience.
8+ years of dedicated professional experience within security engineering.
2+ years of direct leadership experience managing and mentoring security engineering or security tooling teams.
Deep, hands-on technical experience deploying, integrating, and maintaining enterprise security platforms (including SIEM, EDR, Vulnerability Management, Cloud Security, and SOAR tools).
Strong scripting capabilities (specifically Python) with proven experience building automation workflows, custom integrations, and operational tooling.
Exceptional ability to balance high-level strategic vision with rigorous, hands-on technical execution.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
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