Sr. Security Engineer

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Sr. Security Engineer based in the United States.

We are looking for a hands-on Senior Security Engineer to strengthen and manage the security infrastructure protecting enterprise systems, employees, and endpoints. In this role, you will take ownership of a broad range of cybersecurity technologies, with a primary focus on IT and enterprise security. You will manage endpoint protection, identity security, SaaS configurations, data loss prevention, and enterprise access controls. Working within a lean and collaborative security team, you will also contribute to cloud security, application security, incident response, and compliance initiatives. You will play a key role in securing enterprise AI adoption by implementing safeguards for tools such as Claude, Gemini, and ChatGPT. This is an opportunity to influence security strategy, automate critical processes, and build resilient security practices across a technology-driven organization.

Accountabilities

You will own and continuously improve the organization's security technology stack, ensuring enterprise systems remain protected, compliant, and resilient. Your responsibilities will include:

• Manage and optimize security tools by tuning policies, overseeing upgrades, maintaining integrations, and retiring obsolete solutions.

• Oversee endpoint security across Mac and Windows environments using Microsoft Defender, Intune, and Jamf Pro.

• Configure and maintain Netskope policies covering web security, SaaS applications, and data loss prevention.

• Strengthen identity and access management through Okta and Microsoft Entra ID, including SSO, MFA, conditional access, privileged access, and administrator access reviews.

• Establish and enforce security configurations across enterprise platforms such as Google Workspace, Slack, Atlassian, and other SaaS applications.

• Manage email security controls using Abnormal Security and Google Workspace.

• Support secrets and credential management through 1Password.

• Secure enterprise AI tools such as Claude, Gemini, and ChatGPT by configuring administrative settings, connectors, MCP controls, audit logging, and data protection policies.

• Develop and optimize security detections in Google SecOps in collaboration with a managed Security Operations Center (SOC) partner.

• Respond to security incidents, lead post-incident reviews, and participate in the team's on-call rotation.

• Track and coordinate remediation of cloud infrastructure and code vulnerabilities identified through Wiz and Snyk.

• Partner with Engineering to strengthen AWS security and promote secure software development practices.

• Automate security processes using Python, APIs, and workflow automation tools.

• Gather security evidence for SOC 2 audits and support client security assessments.

• Evaluate security risks associated with new vendors, applications, and technology solutions.

• Mentor colleagues and share security knowledge and best practices across the Technology organization.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on cybersecurity engineering experience, a solid understanding of enterprise security technologies, and the ability to operate independently across multiple security domains. Required qualifications include:

• 6+ years of experience in cybersecurity or security-focused IT engineering.

• Practical experience managing Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions across Mac and Windows environments.

• Strong knowledge of identity and access management platforms such as Okta or Microsoft Entra ID, including SSO, MFA, and conditional access.

• Experience securing and configuring enterprise SaaS platforms, particularly Google Workspace or Microsoft 365.

• Hands-on experience with Security Service Edge (SSE) or secure web gateway solutions, as well as data loss prevention (DLP) technologies.

• Experience configuring and optimizing Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solutions and responding to cybersecurity incidents.

• Working knowledge of SOC 2, NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), and GDPR, including how technical security controls support compliance requirements.

• Scripting experience with Python, Bash, or PowerShell, along with familiarity with REST APIs.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and contribute across different security domains within a small, collaborative team.

Preferred qualifications:

• Hands-on experience with technologies such as Okta, Microsoft Defender, Intune, Jamf Pro, Netskope, Google SecOps, or Wiz.

• Experience securing enterprise AI platforms such as Claude, Gemini, or ChatGPT, including MCP servers and integrations.

• Background in developing security automation and workflows that reduce manual effort and improve operational efficiency.

• Relevant professional certifications such as CISSP, GIAC, Security+, or a cloud security certification.

Benefits:

• Competitive health benefits.

• Employer-matched 401(k) retirement plan and pension benefits.

• Paid time off (PTO).

• Generous paid parental leave.

• Gym subsidies.

• Educational reimbursements and professional development opportunities.

• Employee recognition programs.

• Opportunities to work with innovative security technologies and contribute to a broad cybersecurity program.

• Collaborative and inclusive working environment.

• Remote working opportunity within the United States.