Information Security Platform Engineer

Vytwo

35d • Remote

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Information Security Platform Engineer (Contractor) for a 6-month engagement to support and enhance our information security tooling and operations. This role is 100% remote, working normal U.S. business hours, and will be provided through a consulting/contracting firm for pricing and staffing purposes. The contractor will focus on building, operationalizing, and providing Tier 2 support for key security technologies while partnering closely with our internal Information Security and IT teams.

Requirements

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in one or more of the following: Information Security Engineering, Incident Response / Security Operations, IT Infrastructure Engineering with strong security tooling exposure
• Practical experience implementing and supporting security controls and platforms such as: Endpoint protection and EDR, Email security, Network security controls, Vulnerability management, Secure cloud configurations
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional technical teams in a remote environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with at least one industry regulation or framework (e.g., NIST, CIS, SANS, MITRE ATT&CK, HIPAA, HITRUST).

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience with cloud and cloud security platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Prior experience operationalizing or maturing SOC tools.
• Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are a plus

Responsibilities

• Build, configure, and provide Tier 2 support for security tools, including but not limited to: SIEM, IDS/IPS, Web Application Firewall (WAF), Next-Generation Antivirus / Endpoint Protection, Email security gateways, Vulnerability management platforms, Asset discovery and inventory tools, Cloud security controls
• Operationalize existing security tools through: Control validation and tuning, Enablement of new features, Platform upgrades aligned to security objectives
• Partner with Information Security and IT teams to improve Security Operations Center (SOC) efficiency and effectiveness.
• Support investigation of escalated security incidents in collaboration with the SOC, including: Identifying unauthorized activity, Assisting with containment and remediation, Contributing technical findings and documentation to incident reports
• Perform root-cause analysis related to security tool outages or performance issues and provide remediation recommendations.
• Assist with preparation and responses for external audits, penetration tests, and vulnerability assessments.
• Produce clear technical documentation and knowledge transfer for internal teams.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed