Security Engineer II
About The Position
Metropolis is seeking a Security Engineer II to join our Information Security team and protect company systems, data, and users. You are a hands-on security practitioner who thrives on solving complex challenges and driving detection, response, automation, and engineering initiatives. Partnering closely with IT, Engineering, GRC, and business stakeholders, you will report directly to the Senior Manager, Security Operations. Within your first year, you will become a primary operator for core security platforms, independently manage incidents, and improve our overall security posture.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, security operations, systems administration, or a related field
- Experience investigating security incidents and responding to security alerts
- Experience administering core enterprise security technologies
- Demonstrate understanding of endpoint, network, identity, vulnerability, incident, and cloud security
- Experience with Windows, macOS, and cloud-based environments
- Ability to analyze logs and security telemetry across multiple systems
- Experience with scripting or automation using PowerShell, Python, or similar languages
- Possess strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience with CrowdStrike, Trend Micro, Proofpoint, Qualys, JumpCloud, AWS, Atlassian, KnowBe4, or Automox
- Experience supporting PCI DSS, SOC 2, or other compliance frameworks
- Experience with threat hunting, detection engineering, or security automation
- Experience with cloud security in AWS environments
- Industry certifications such as Security+, CySA+, GCIH, GCIA, CISSP, or equivalent
Responsibilities
- Monitor, investigate, and respond to security alerts and incidents across multiple platforms
- Improve threat detection capabilities through alert tuning, rule creation, and proactive threat hunting
- Conduct forensic evidence collection and collaborate with external MDR providers
- Administer, configure, and maintain enterprise security technologies and infrastructure integrations
- Troubleshoot platform issues and serve as an operational escalation point
- Support the vulnerability management program through identification, prioritization, and patch management
- Support identity and access management initiatives, SSO integrations, and access investigations
- Secure cloud environments, monitor findings, and implement cloud security controls
- Develop scripts and API integrations to automate workflows and improve efficiency
- Partner with the GRC team to provide technical support and documentation for audits
Benefits
- healthcare benefits
- a 401(k) plan
- short-term and long-term disability coverage
- basic life insurance
- a lucrative stock option plan
- bonus plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
