Senior Security Engineer

Cyncly•United States,

50d•$40,000 - $60,000•Remote

About The Position

In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the organization’s security posture through proactive risk management, operational readiness, and process improvement initiatives. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure secure practices are embedded across IT operations, and you will contribute to the development and enforcement of security policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact the resilience and integrity of our digital infrastructure.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
3+ years of experience in IT with 2+ years of experience in information security is must
Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, frameworks (e.g., NIST, SOC2), and best practices
Experience with security tools such as SIEM, vulnerability scanners, endpoint protection, and identity management systems
Familiarity with incident response, threat analysis, and risk assessment methodologies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Excellent communication skills, both written/verbal, with the ability to collaborate across teams
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Experience working with ticketing systems and documenting security processes

Nice To Haves

Incident detection and response
Familiarity with security tools (e.g., SIEM, EDR)
Knowledge of ISO 27001, NIST, or similar frameworks
Process-driven and detail-oriented
Risk assessment and mitigation
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Clear written and verbal communication
Documentation and reporting proficiency
Task and time management
Commitment to continuous learning
Maintain professionalism and decision-making consistency across all teams.
Be prepared to handle critical situations independently during off-hours.
Adhere to organizational policies, security guidelines, and operational procedures.
Ensure all actions during shifts are logged, traceable, and compliant with internal controls.
Support continuous improvement of shift processes and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

Work in a 24×7 operational environment, including night shifts, weekends, and holidays, as per roster.
Oversees identity and access management (IAM) operations, including user provisioning, role-based access control, privileged access reviews, and account lifecycle tasks such as unlocking, disabling, and multi-factor authentication resets.
Contributes to the development and enforcement of access policies and conditional controls to strengthen account security.
Supports the implementation and monitoring of endpoint protection and threat detection tools to enhance organizational resilience.
Develops and maintains standard operating procedures (SOPs) for key security processes, including onboarding, offboarding, and access governance.
Participates in the rollout and enforcement of data protection policies to prevent unauthorized data exposure.
Responds to security-related service requests and incidents, ensuring timely resolution and compliance with internal controls.
Collaborates with cross-functional teams to support compliance initiatives, risk assessments, and internal audits.
Ensure continuous monitoring, response, and support for critical systems and services.
Participate in shift rotations and handovers with clear documentation of ongoing activities, incidents, and priorities.
Maintain high alertness and responsiveness during non-business hours, when risk exposure is higher.
Monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents or operational issues in real time.
Ensure timely escalation of high-severity incidents as per defined SLAs.
Maintain audit trails and documentation for all actions taken during shifts.