Senior Systems Engineer

Senior IT Systems Engineer Cybersecurity Focus

We are seeking a dynamic, team-oriented Senior Systems Engineer with a strong cybersecurity background and a high degree of professionalism. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, is dependable with sensitive information, and brings a strategic mindset to both independent and collaborative work. This role requires excellent communication skills, a self-driven attitude, and strong organizational capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Cybersecurity & Monitoring

Design, implement, and manage co-sourced SIEM solutions (e.g., Rapid7, Arctic Wolf, CrowdStrike).

Configure log ingestion from sources such as Azure, Microsoft 365, on-premises servers, and network infrastructure.

Support security incident detection and response workflows, as well as forensic readiness.

Infrastructure Hardening

Secure Windows / Linux servers and Azure environments following industry best practices.

Manage patching cycles, disaster recovery processes, and backup strategies.

Recommend and implement network segmentation, firewall configurations, and secure baselines.

Apply and enforce compliance controls aligned with frameworks like SOC 2, ISO 27001, and PCI.

Project Leadership

Lead cybersecurity initiatives, including cloud security upgrades, SIEM deployments, and DR implementations.

Collaborate with IT, operations, and security stakeholders to ensure technical solutions meet business needs.

Design, test, and document backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans.

Systems Engineering

Maintain and configure core infrastructure components including servers, networks, and cloud environments.

Develop scripts and automation tools to enforce security standards and streamline system configurations.

Support the secure integration of business applications into enterprise IT systems.

Architecture & Strategy

Assess and enhance current infrastructure and security architectures.

Contribute to the design of scalable, secure, and compliant systems and solutions.

Provide architectural guidance across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.

Skills & Qualifications

Education & Experience

7+ years of experience in IT systems engineering with a strong focus on cybersecurity.

Proven experience in hardening servers, Azure environments, and network infrastructure.

Hands-on experience with SIEM deployment and management (Rapid7, Arctic Wolf, or similar).

In-depth knowledge of compliance and security standards such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, and PCI.

Preferred Education

Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Additional Skills (Preferred but not required)

Industry certifications (e.g., Security+, CISSP, AZ-500).

Proficiency with Microsoft Active Directory.

Experience with tools such as JIRA and Microsoft InTune.