Our client is seeking an experienced Security Operations Engineer with 8-10 years of hands-on security engineering and incident response expertise. This individual will play a pivotal role in strengthening enterprise security defenses, improving detection capabilities, and driving operational excellence across the security program.
The ideal candidate is highly analytical, adaptable, and organized, with a strong foundation in security technologies, threat investigation, and operational metrics. They will collaborate closely with cross-functional IT and Security teams, contributing both strategic insight and tactical execution. This role also provides opportunities to mentor peers and influence continuous improvement across the security ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities
- Optimize and refine detection logic across tools such as CrowdStrike, Taegis, and Varonis.
- Maintain and enhance incident response workflows and runbooks.
- Conduct gap analyses to ensure data quality, log integrity, and accurate timestamps.
- Implement automation and orchestration to improve efficiency and reduce manual tasks.
- Review and investigate alerts to ensure timely response and resolution.
- Strengthen collaboration between offensive and defensive security teams.
- Monitor and tune SIEM telemetry to improve detection accuracy and reduce false positives.
- Lead proactive threat hunting across enterprise environments.
- Execute full lifecycle incident response activities.
- Assess and oversee AI-driven security tools for compliance and risk alignment.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Stamford, CT.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/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 TypeThis is a fully remote position.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Feb 24, 2026.
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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.
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