Security Engineer || 6 Months Contract to Hire || Only USC/GC || Bloomfield, CO (Hybrid)

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Title :: Security Engineer

Location :: Bloomfield, CO (Hybrid)

Duration :: 6 Months Contract to Hire

Interview :: Phone / Video

Only USC / GC !

Must have :: SIEM/SOAR

Job Description ::

The Senior Information Security Engineer will report to the Sr. Manager of Security Operations and will be responsible for leading the detection engineering efforts for our SIEM and working with our Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP). This role will involve developing advanced detection capabilities, tuning and optimizing SIEM rules, and collaborating with the SOC team to enhance threat detection and incident response. {Focus on detection engineering and SIEM management.}. AKA_ Someone with In-depth knowledge of SIEM platforms and experience with rule development and optimization.

Requirements:

Must have 5 yrs leading the design, implementation, and maintenance of advanced detection mechanisms within the SIEM/SOAR inatives.

Develop, tune, and optimize SIEM rules and use cases to improve the accuracy and effectiveness of threat detection.
Conduct regular assessments of the SIEM configuration to identify and remediate gaps in coverage or performance.
Review and apply threat intelligence to the SIEM to stay ahead of emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
Collaborate with the SOC team and MSSP to enhance threat detection and response capabilities.
Integrate various log sources into the SIEM to ensure comprehensive visibility and monitoring across the environment.

Develop and implement automation playbooks for SOAR to streamline and enhance incident response processes such as:

Analyze and interpret security logs and alerts to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior security engineers and SOC analysts on detection engineering and incident response best practices.
Manage ticket queues, handle escalations, and review operational metrics to ensure the effectiveness of detection and response efforts.
Maintain strong communication with stakeholders, including senior management, to report on detection capabilities and security incidents.

Conduct attack simulations and penetration testing to validate and improve detection capabilities.
Knowledge of security frameworks and standards, including NIST, ISO/IEC 27001, and PCI-DSS
Proficiency in network security tools and technologies, including intrusion detection/prevention systems, firewalls, and endpoint security solutions
Advanced knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems and their security configurations.
Certifications such as CISSP, GIAC, or similar are preferred.