What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cyber Security Engineer position at Motion Recruitment?
Our client, a leading vehicle manufacturer, is looking for a Cyber Security Engineer to join their team on a HYBRID model in Irvine, CA!
This begins as a 6-month contract , with an opportunity to extend at any time
Hybrid : M / W / F onsite
Responsibilities
Develop and implement automated security solutions to streamline cybersecurity processes, minimize manual interventions, and enhance operational efficiency across digital workplace and end-user platforms (email, endpoints, etc.).
Design, configure, and integrate security tools with a focus on creating reusable, code-based solutions that scale across environments and adhere to best development practices.
Proactively build and optimize scripts and applications to improve the effectiveness of cybersecurity controls, ensuring they remain resilient against emerging threats.
Provide immediate “break glass” support to maintain stability and efficiency of cybersecurity services, prioritizing development solutions to prevent future occurrences.
Continuously assess and improve email and endpoint security measures through automated monitoring and response frameworks to quickly adapt to new threat landscapes.
Foster seamless integration and communication between cybersecurity tools, end-user platforms, and IT teams, leveraging APIs and custom integrations where applicable.
Conduct regular audits and refinements to security operations, ensuring alignment with evolving cybersecurity standards, company strategy, and development best practices.
Desired Skills And Experience
Strong programming background in object-oriented languages (Python, Go, Java, etc.) and SQL, with experience building maintainable, scalable solutions.
Proven experience with security tool development and integration (e.g., endpoint protection, email security, datalake, SOAR) including API utilization, custom scripting, and tool configuration to automate security processes.
Background in automation and orchestration frameworks, with the ability to build reusable, code-based security solutions that minimize manual tasks and are scalable across environments.
Experience with security data engineering or working in a DevSecOps environment, emphasizing automation, security telemetry, and scalable security infrastructure.
Experience with modern cybersecurity technologies and platforms, including but not limited to endpoint security, email security platforms, EDR, SOAR, and datalake tools.
Solid knowledge of endpoint and email security principles and a record of implementing and maintaining security controls in corporate environments.
Comprehensive knowledge of RESTful APIs and data integration techniques to enable efficient, secure, and scalable data flow and communication between security systems and user-facing platforms.
Strong familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or Ansible to automate and standardize security configurations across diverse environments.
Hands-on experience with CI / CD pipelines, version control systems (e.g., Git), and modern software development practices to ensure high standards of consistency, quality, and automation in deploying and updating security tools.
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
Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
401(k) including match
Paid Sick Time Leave
Legal and Identity Protection Plans
Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
529 College Saver Plan
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.
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