Security Engineer / Cloud & Endpoint Security / VF
Columbus, Ohio
Remote Local
Contract
$49.65/hr - $86.2/hr
Security Engineer / Cloud & Endpoint Security / Contract / Hybrid
We are seeking motivated and skilled professionals to join our client’s Cloud and Endpoint Security team. The Cloud and Endpoint Security team is committed to enhancing the cybersecurity framework to protect our client’s digital assets and infrastructure. Our client is a well-known Energy company, and one of the largest fully regulated utility companies in the United States.
This contract position is Hybrid and located in Columbus, Ohio.
The Cloud and Endpoint Security team interfaces with many departments to ensure security tools are integrated where possible and provides the incident response team with the tools to be effective. The Security Engineer will be instrumental in driving our client’s cybersecurity posture, focusing on the protection of cloud environments and endpoints. This role involves implementing security measures across the cloud and endpoint landscape, working with the incident response team, Cloud infrastructure, and Data Governance on tool integrations and alert refinement.
Contract Duration: 7 Months Contract to Hire
Required Skills & Experience
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
• 3+ years of experience in a SOC, Cloud security, IT, or related cybersecurity field
• 3+ years of experience in Azure, AWS, GCP, or other cloud services (IaaS, PaaS, or SaaS)
3+ years of experience in utilizing Cloud security solutions, EDR, and posture management products
• 3+ years of experience with security frameworks such as NIST 800-171, MITRE, ISO 27001, or similar frameworks
Preferred Qualifications:
•Experience with Prisma Cloud or similar CSPM/CNAAP tools
• Familiarity with scripting/automation tools (Python, PowerShell, or Bash) for configuration and reporting.
• Industry certifications such as Sec+, CCSP, or relevant GIAC certifications.
• Analytical abilities, including process analysis and development, problem-solving, and root cause analysis.
Your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
• Configure and refine cloud security tools to prevent, detect, and report.
• Coordinate with DevOps and patch teams to ensure timely remediation of misconfigurations and vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with the incident response team to refine alerting and logging capabilities provided by cloud security tools.
• Assist in the development of organizational security strategies that align with business objectives and industry best practices. • Stay updated with the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies, incorporating them into Airlock configurations where applicable. • Support the development and maintenance of incident response plans and secure access protocols What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown
We are seeking motivated and skilled professionals to join our client’s Cloud and Endpoint Security team. The Cloud and Endpoint Security team is committed to enhancing the cybersecurity framework to protect our client’s digital assets and infrastructure. Our client is a well-known Energy company, and one of the largest fully regulated utility companies in the United States.
This contract position is Hybrid and located in Columbus, Ohio.
The Cloud and Endpoint Security team interfaces with many departments to ensure security tools are integrated where possible and provides the incident response team with the tools to be effective. The Security Engineer will be instrumental in driving our client’s cybersecurity posture, focusing on the protection of cloud environments and endpoints. This role involves implementing security measures across the cloud and endpoint landscape, working with the incident response team, Cloud infrastructure, and Data Governance on tool integrations and alert refinement.
Contract Duration: 7 Months Contract to Hire
Required Skills & Experience
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
• 3+ years of experience in a SOC, Cloud security, IT, or related cybersecurity field
• 3+ years of experience in Azure, AWS, GCP, or other cloud services (IaaS, PaaS, or SaaS)
3+ years of experience in utilizing Cloud security solutions, EDR, and posture management products
• 3+ years of experience with security frameworks such as NIST 800-171, MITRE, ISO 27001, or similar frameworks
Preferred Qualifications:
•Experience with Prisma Cloud or similar CSPM/CNAAP tools
• Familiarity with scripting/automation tools (Python, PowerShell, or Bash) for configuration and reporting.
• Industry certifications such as Sec+, CCSP, or relevant GIAC certifications.
• Analytical abilities, including process analysis and development, problem-solving, and root cause analysis.
Your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
• Configure and refine cloud security tools to prevent, detect, and report.
• Coordinate with DevOps and patch teams to ensure timely remediation of misconfigurations and vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with the incident response team to refine alerting and logging capabilities provided by cloud security tools.
• Assist in the development of organizational security strategies that align with business objectives and industry best practices. • Stay updated with the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies, incorporating them into Airlock configurations where applicable. • Support the development and maintenance of incident response plans and secure access protocols What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown
- Member of Cloud and Endpoint Security team
- Protecting the Cloud Environments and Endpoints
- Assist in the development of organizational security strategies
You will receive the following benefits:
- Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
- Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
- Vision Benefits
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
- Paid Sick Time Leave
- Legal and Identity Protection Plans
- Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
- 529 College Saver Plan
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.