What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Security Engineer position at Virtual?
Are you someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment to build, deploy, and maintain cutting-edge security tooling? If so, Vaco is working with an Arizona based client to fill this important Security Engineer position that will support the infrastructure and tooling side of the business. In this role you will maintain and optimize our security tools stack (Rapid7, CrowdStrike, Palo Alto), ensuring a robust and current security position across all platforms. You will bring. proven expertise in IT Security best practices, security tools, application security, and cloud / on-premises infrastructure (AWS). You will own and deliver high-impact security projects, lead by example, and empower the security team through collaboration and knowledge sharing. If you love complex security challenges and want to help to shape a security-first culture, please reach out to a member of the Vaco team today. We will be actively scheduling interviews over the holidays so don’t wait to connect with us.
Position Expectations :
- Security Stack Ownership & Optimization
Maintain uptime and operational efficiency for the security tools stack (SIEM, EDR, NDR, VM, WAF, firewalls, email security, IAM, etc.).
Act as the SME for AWS Security, implementing cloud-specific security measures to align with industry best practices and internal objectives.
Drive end-to-end security projects from conception to delivery, ensuring timely and high-quality completion of assigned projects annually.
Ensure all vulnerabilities are triaged and remediated within policy-defined timelines.
Maintain accuracy and currency in security documentation, including policies, procedures, and architectural diagrams.
Collaborate cross-functionally to assess and mitigate risk, reducing identified risks year-over-year.
Stay ahead of industry trends and recommend security technologies that improve performance or efficiency.
Position Qualifications :
Experience : 7 years in IT with 5 years in IT Security. Proven expertise in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) with hands-on security implementation.
Certifications : CISSP or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Technical Knowledge : Proficiency in security engineering, network security, authentication protocols, cryptography, and compliance frameworks.
Soft Skills : Integrity, accountability, collaboration, and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
Education : Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
