Senior Security Engineer

Overview

This is a US-based remote position that will start as a 9 month engagement and coule extend up to 18 months

Make a real impact on a global scale as a Senior Security Engineer with a leading technology innovator! You will play a crucial role in fortifying cloud and on-premises infrastructure, ensuring robust security across the organization. Join a dynamic team and leverage cutting-edge security products and custom tooling to elevate security standards and protect critical digital assets.

As a Senior Security Engineer, you will be a key contributor in defining and implementing security configurations across diverse platforms. Your expertise will be essential in developing baselines that align with high-level security requirements, mitigating risks, and promoting a secure-by-default environment. Collaborate with teams across the organization to drive alignment on security standards, processes, and technologies. Champion automation and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement in security practices.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and implement security configuration settings for various platform technologies.
• Create and maintain security baselines that align with high-level security requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive adoption of security best practices.
• Identify systemic security risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Champion automation to enhance security posture and efficiency.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of security controls and procedures.
• Stay abreast of emerging security threats and technologies.

Must-Haves:

• Must be a US Citizen.
• 10+ years of overall experience in the security field.
• 5+ years of experience with Cloud Security.
• 5+ years of experience with Network Security/OS Server Security.
• 5+ years of experience with Identity and Access Management.
• Strong understanding of security principles and best practices.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience with both standards-based and non-standards-based security requirements.
• Experience working in a large enterprise environment.
• Experience with security automation tools and technologies.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $70 to $80 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match.  More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.