Sr Cyber Security Engineer

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

Cyber Security

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Cyber Security Engineer with a strong
background in cybersecurity engineering, Python development, and security automation platforms such as
as Swimlane. The ideal candidate will bring 15+ years of progressive experience in the field and
demonstrate mastery across security architecture, systems, and network engineering, incident response,
and automation.

This role requires a strategic thinker and hands-on technologist who can design, implement, and
maintain security solutions that protect enterprise systems and data, and support security operations at
scale.

This is a hands-on, onsite position based in New York, NY, requiring close collaboration with
engineering, infrastructure, and security operations teams to build resilient and scalable security
capabilities.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Design, build, and implement enterprise-class security systems and controls in accordance with
established industry frameworks such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF).
Develop and automate security workflows using Python, focusing on integration with tools like
Swimlane (SOAR).
Conduct architecture reviews of security-related systems and evaluate new technologies and
tools for operational use.
Work closely with security operations, infrastructure, and development teams to identify,
remediate, and prevent security incidents.
Conduct advanced troubleshooting of system and network issues with security implications.


Required Qualifications
Minimum 15 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, systems architecture, or related
disciplines.
Advanced Python scripting and development skills; ability to build complex integrations and
automation frameworks.


Hands-on experience with Swimlane SOAR platform is highly preferred.
In-depth knowledge of:
o Network protocols and security architecture
o System hardening (Windows/Linux/IOS)
o Endpoint and network security tools
o SIEM, SOAR, EDR, IDS/IPS, and firewalls
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills across network, system, and application layers.
Proven ability to operate independently and manage complex projects with minimal
supervision.
Familiarity with secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC) and DevSecOps principles.
Security Tooling and Platforms:
Candidates must demonstrate hands-on experience with some of the following platforms and tools:
Splunk Cloud
Blue Coat Proxy (Symantec ProxySG)
CyberArk Privileged Access Management (PAM)
Carbon Black Application Control
Netskope
Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA)
Qualys VMDR / Policy Compliance
Gurucul UEBA / SIEM
Pentera (Automated Security Validation platform)


Preferred Certifications:
CISSP (ISC2)
GSEC / GCIA / GCIH / GPEN (SANS/GIAC)
CISM or CRISC (ISACA)
Python or Security Automation-specific certifications


Additional Information:
Excellent verbal and written communication and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.

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