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.