Security Engineer - III

Security Engineer - III | Ashburn, Virginia, United States Security Engineer III - Incident Response & Proactive Services Location: Ashburn, VA | Dallas, TX | Basking Ridge, NJ | Home-Based About the Role Join a leading cybersecurity team as a Security Engineer III, driving incident response and proactive security initiatives for enterprise clients. You'll play a pivotal role in analyzing threats, guiding clients through high-stakes incidents, and shaping security strategy. This home-based position offers flexibility, exposure to advanced security technologies, and opportunities for professional development in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities - Lead incident response engagements: delegate tasks, analyze security artifacts, and maintain oversight to ensure seamless client outcomes. - Apply structured investigative workflows, meticulously documenting evidence and indicators of compromise to enhance our internal knowledge base. - Deliver and support both standard and customized proactive security services, aligning offerings with client operational objectives using data-driven insights. - Collaborate in the design and rollout of innovative proactive service initiatives and new delivery models. - Communicate complex technical findings clearly and calmly to diverse stakeholders during high-pressure live incidents. Required Skills and Experience - Minimum 4 years of hands-on security engineering experience with a focus on incident response or consulting. - Strong consulting expertise, including soft skills to manage customer expectations and maintain accountability throughout engagements. - Crisis communication skills with the ability to remain composed and articulate during live security events. - Proficiency in SIEM and EDR platforms, specifically Splunk and CrowdStrike, for threat hunting and incident analysis. - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related technical field. - Industry-recognized certifications (e.g., SANS GIAC, ISC2 CISSP, EC-Council). Preferred Skills - Experience designing and facilitating Tabletop Exercises (TTX) to enhance client incident readiness. - Ability to deliver technical security training or workshops to audiences ranging from SOC analysts to executives. - Advanced expertise in memory forensics, malware analysis, and APT lateral movement detection. - Strategic advisory skills to translate threat intelligence into actionable security recommendations. - Advanced DFIR-specific training (e.g., GCIH, GCFA, GCFE). Benefits - Home-based work model with flexible scheduling. - Exposure to leading-edge security technologies and tools. - Career growth through continuous learning, certifications, and challenging projects. - Opportunity to shape client security strategies and make a measurable impact. - Competitive compensation with a max bill rate of $107.00/hr. How to Apply Ready to advance your career as a Security Engineer III? Submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your incident response experience and relevant certifications. Take your security engineering career to the next level-apply today!