Security Engineer

Piper Companies is seeking a Security Engineer to join an established and highly reputable cyber security company with 100% remote work. The Security Engineer will work closely with the technical lead to record delivering end-to-end SIEM solutions in large-scale or high-compliance environments—from initial design through operational handover.

Responsibilities of the Security Engineer will include:   

·   Collaborate with engineering and compliance teams to build a secure, scalable, and compliant cloud platform aligned with CMMC and NIST 800-171 requirements.

·       Design and implement security solutions across Azure and AWS environments, including EDR, SIEM, vulnerability management, and encryption technologies.

·       Implement security tooling solutions (e.g., Trend Micro, CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender) to ensure robust threat detection, AV protection, and compliance.

·       Define and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) templates (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) for cloud security controls, configurations, and system hardening.

·       Develop client cloud and security strategies, including future-state architectures, roadmaps, and transformation plans.

·       Develop and implement access controls, segmentation, and identity and privilege management

·       Manage security event and incident response processes, including log ingestion and analysis via SIEM tools (e.g., Sentinel, Splunk).

·       Contribute to system security plans (SSPs), Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and other compliance documentation in collaboration with GRC teams.

·       Collaborate with engineering and compliance teams to build a secure, scalable, and compliant cloud platform aligned with CMMC and NIST 800-171 requirements.

·       Design and implement security solutions across Azure and AWS environments, including EDR, SIEM, vulnerability management, and encryption technologies.

·       Implement security tooling solutions (e.g., Trend Micro, CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender) to ensure robust threat detection, AV protection, and compliance.

·       Define and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) templates (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) for cloud security controls, configurations, and system hardening.

·       Develop client cloud and security strategies, including future-state architectures, roadmaps, and transformation plans.

·       Develop and implement access controls, segmentation, and identity and privilege management

·       Manage security event and incident response processes, including log ingestion and analysis via SIEM tools (e.g., Sentinel, Splunk).

·       Contribute to system security plans (SSPs), Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and other compliance documentation in collaboration with GRC teams.

·       Engage in cloud architecture reviews and threat modeling to ensure new features and services are built securely.

Qualifications for the Security Engineer include:

·       5+ years of hands-on systems engineering and architecture experience—including requirements definition, architecture development, use-case/story creation, and systems integration/testing.

·       5+ years of cloud experience in architecture, design, implementation, operations, and automation (Azure).

·       Advanced proficiency with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and orchestration/automation tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).

·       Proven expertise with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel, ELK, LogRhythm, Sumo Logic) and enterprise antivirus (AV) solutions (e.g., Trend Micro, CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender).

·       Deep understanding of Azureplatform capabilities (ideally as a Cloud Architect, Cloud DevOps Engineer, or Cloud Security Engineer).

·       Experience working in Agile environments with technical teams of three or more individuals.

·       Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly.

·       Strong documentation skills for creating technical diagrams, written descriptions, and other supporting materials.

·       Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a member of a team, maintaining a professional attitude and demeanor.

·       Critical thinking skills to balance robust security requirements against mission objectives.

Compensation for the Security Engineer include:

·   Salary Range: **$60 - $78/hr**

·  Full Benefits: Fully Remote, Cigna Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, etc.

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