Lead Cybersecurity Engineer

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Cybersecurity Engineer to join their innovative security team, working remotely. This senior role involves leading the design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions that protect the organization's digital infrastructure. You will be responsible for architecting secure systems, driving best practices, and mentoring junior engineers. This is an exceptional opportunity for a proactive and forward-thinking engineer to play a critical role in safeguarding our client's assets from advanced cyber threats, working with a flexible, remote-first approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of secure cloud and on-premises infrastructure, ensuring robust protection against cyber threats.
• Develop and implement advanced security controls, policies, and procedures across the organization.
• Oversee and guide the implementation of security tools, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions.
• Conduct thorough security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests to identify and remediate risks.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of cybersecurity engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to embed security best practices throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and infrastructure management.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior architect role.
• Demonstrated expertise in cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), network security, and application security.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and automation tools for security tasks.
• Strong understanding of threat modeling, risk assessment, and incident response frameworks.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills, crucial for effective remote teamwork and technical guidance.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary and performance bonus structure.
• Full remote working flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Significant budget for professional development, training, and certifications.
• Opportunity to work with state-of-the-art security technologies and contribute to strategic security decisions.