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Actalent Senior Security Engineer in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Security EngineerJob Description
As a Security Engineer, you will monitor, investigate, and respond to security threats across systems and networks. You will continuously improve cybersecurity response operations and develop learning and development materials for Security Operations. This role requires you to grow the presence and thought leadership of Security Operations, define and track key performance indicators (KPIs), and participate in on-call rotation for incident response and escalations. You will also prepare and present the Security Operations vision and strategy to leadership and automate Security Operations processes.
Responsibilities
Monitor, investigate, and respond to security threats across systems and networks
Continuously improve cybersecurity response operations
Develop Security Operations learning and development materials
Grow the presence and thought leadership of Security Operations
Define, implement, and track Security Operations KPIs
Participate in on-call rotation for incident response and escalations
Prepare and present Security Operations vision and strategy for Security leadership
Automate Security Operations processes
Essential Skills
Experience as a lead in the Security Operations program (7+ years experience)
Experience with cybersecurity incident response investigations and management
Experience triaging and investigating cybersecurity alerts
Experience with SIEM, EDR, and log analysis
Experience developing tools to optimize and automate response processes
Proficiency in Python
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills with proven ability to communicate clearly with all leadership levels
Familiarity with Cloud Security (AWS) and infrastructure-as-code
Skills & Qualifications
Experience aligning Security Operations with industry standards including NIST / SOC2 / ISO
Experience conducting training and mentoring for Security Operations and Incident Response
Metrics/Data Analytics experience
Experience with Cloud and Enterprise Forensics
Work Environment
100% REMOTE - Contract (w2), Actalent Offers Benefits.
The Detection and Response team’s mission is to identify, contain, and eradicate cybersecurity threats in the software, hardware, and services. While the preferred location is Pittsburgh, this role can be 100% remote. The Security Team is responsible for building, testing, and maintaining threat detection controls for the enterprise, operating a mature Security Operations program, and leading investigations of cybersecurity events.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $70.00/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 remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
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