Security Engineer
Pax8
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Position Summary:
The Cybersecurity Engineer designs, implements, and maintains our cybersecurity systems, ensuring the highest levels of protection against cyber threats. They work alongside a dynamic team to use infrastructure as code principles to deploy cloud-based solutions, assess vulnerabilities, develop security strategies, and lead incident response efforts.
Essential Responsibilities (includes, but is not limited to):
- Develop and implement comprehensive cybersecurity strategies that align with industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and specific client needs.
- Work on implementing modern security solutions utilizing IaC principles utilizing Terraform and other tooling.
- Work to design and implement complex solutions covering a multitenant EntraID environment.
- Implement security tools to support our security architecture, including but not limited to, email security, cloud security, identity system, and endpoint security.
- Work with vendors and partners to take full advantage of systems, services, and support options available to the business; Participate in engagements to expand upon current platforms and explore new ones that may meet business requirements.
- Create new and update existing documentation regarding security-related platforms.
- Coordinate and maintain security toolsets to support our continuous monitoring of our enterprise and cloud environments.
- Maintain detailed documentation of security configurations, incident reports, and procedures.
- Provide technical leadership and coordination for security incidents, including as a part of an after-hours coverage rotation.
- Collaborate with the Tech Services department, other engineers, and third-party vendors to align security measures with business needs.
Ideal Skills, Experience, and Competencies:
- 2-4 years in a cybersecurity role with hands-on experience in implementing security solutions.
- Strong understanding of cloud security and identity management in cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Strong understanding of core Security Operations tools such as SIEM, EDR, XDR, CSPM, etc.
- Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices, the threat landscape, and emerging trends.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills to effectively convey security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to team efforts.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with industry advancements.
Required Education & Certifications:
- B.A./B.S. in a related field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity) or equivalent work experience
Compensation:
- Qualified candidates can expect a compensation range of $100,000/yr to $120,000/yr depending on experience.
Expected Closing Date: 7/15/2025
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- Non-Commissioned Bonus Plans or Variable Commission
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employer Paid Short & Long Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
- Flexible, Open Vacation
- Paid Sick Time Off
- Extended Leave for Life events
- RTD Eco Pass (For local Colorado Employees)
- Career Development Programs
- Stock Option Eligibility
- Employee-led Resource Groups
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