Description
We are looking for a Cyber Security Engineer to support and strengthen security operations for a construction-focused organization in Appleton, Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can confidently manage alert triage, lead incident investigations, and proactively search for emerging threats across the environment. The role requires a hands-on contributor who can help contain risks, drive remediation efforts, and enhance day-to-day cyber defense activities in a growing team setting.
Responsibilities:
Lead security investigations from initial detection through analysis, containment, and resolution of potential threats.
Review and prioritize security alerts, assess their impact, and determine the appropriate response actions.
Perform proactive threat hunting to identify suspicious behavior, hidden risks, and indicators of compromise across systems and networks.
Execute remediation and containment steps to reduce exposure and restore secure operations following security events.
Support daily cybersecurity operations by monitoring the environment and responding to incidents in a timely manner.
Manage and optimize firewall technologies, including Check Point and Cisco ASA, to maintain strong network protection.
Maintain accurate security configurations and contribute to configuration management practices that support compliance and operational stability.
Requirements
5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a strong background in security operations or engineering.
Demonstrated ability to investigate security incidents, triage alerts, and coordinate effective response activities.
Hands-on experience with threat hunting methodologies and identifying indicators of malicious activity.
Practical knowledge of remediation and containment procedures within enterprise environments.
Experience working with firewall technologies, including Check Point and Cisco ASA.
Familiarity with configuration management processes and maintaining secure system settings.
Strong understanding of core cybersecurity principles, network security, and incident response best practices.
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- Dice Id: rhalfint
- Position Id: 04620-0013528294
- Posted 2 days ago
