Cybersecurity Engineer

Description
The Senior Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing security measures to safeguard enterprise information systems. This role focuses on preventing unauthorized access, modification, destruction, or disclosure of sensitive data while ensuring regulatory compliance. The engineer leads security architecture, incident response, compliance efforts, tool implementation, and security awareness initiatives across the organization.
This role provides Senior-level technical leadership and hands-on expertise to protect enterprise systems, networks, and data from cyber threats. The position
is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a secure, compliant, enterprise-wide cybersecurity architecture. The cybersecurity engineer will lead advanced security initiatives, support incident response efforts, and ensure compliance with criminal justice security regulations.
Key Responsibilities

• Security
• Architecture & Engineering

Design, implement, and maintain enterprise security architecture aligned with Zero Trust principles
Develop and enforce security standards, policies, control baselines, and reference architectures
Evaluate and recommend new security technologies and tools

Firewall & Network Security
Design, implement, and manage next-generation firewalls and centralized firewall management platforms - Palo Alto
Develop security policies, rule sets, and network segmentation
Serve as the Senior subject matter expert for firewall configuration, troubleshooting, and optimization

Remote Access & VPN
Architect and manage secure remote access solutions
Enforce least-privilege access and multi-factor authentication

Wireless & DNS Security

Design secure corporate and guest wireless networks with proper segmentation and encryption
Implement secure DNS architecture, including DNSSEC or private DNS services

SIEM & Monitoring
Lead the design, integration, and tuning of an enterprise SIEM
Develop correlation rules, alerts, dashboards, and reports
Integrate device and security logs across the environment

Incident Response
Develop, maintain, and test incident response plans and playbooks
Act as the technical lead during security incidents
Perform post-incident reviews and recommend security improvements

Ensure all systems, policies, and procedures meet local, state, and federal security regulations
Conduct regular security assessments and remediation planning

Required Qualifications Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree: 7+ years of relevant cybersecurity experience
Master's degree: 5+ years of relevant experience
Doctorate: 4+ years of relevant experience

Certifications
CISSP, GREM, or comparable security certification

Preferred
Experience & Skills

Senior technical leadership supporting a SOC or enterprise security organization
Strong expertise in firewall platforms, network security, and intrusion prevention
Experience designing and maintaining enterprise security infrastructure
Advanced troubleshooting and incident response experience
Strong understanding of authentication, encryption, and security protocols
Experience with vulnerability testing and security assessments
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Strong project management and multitasking abilities
Ability to work independently and under pressure
Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends if needed
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Minimum Education/Experience:
BS in Cybersecurity or related technical field, 7+ years relevant industry experience,
or MS in Cybersecurity or related technical field, 5+ years relevant industry experience,
or PhD in Cybersecurity or related technical field with 4+ years industry experience.
Additional Qualifications:
Professional experience providing expert technical leadership in support of a Security Operations Center (SOC) or similar organization that provides cyber security services.
Strong understanding of Palo Alto Networks architecture and technologies. Expertise with Palo Alto Networks firewalls, intrusion prevention systems and other security products.
Experience with network security design, deployment, and maintenance.
Experience with troubleshooting security issues.
Experience with providing support to users.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong Project Management
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Ability to work overtime as requested.
Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and overnight
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
The selected applicant will be subject to an in-depth background check process as well as basic Live Scan background check. A polygraph exam may be required if deemed necessary during the background check.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Orange, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $80.00 - $85.00/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 onsite position in Orange,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 10, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

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.