Cyber Security Engineer - Mid-Level

Job Title

Cyber Security Engineer

Duration

18 Months - Contract to Hire

Location

Preferred work location Southlake, TX and Secondary Locations Austin, TX or Phoenix, AZ.

Responsibilities

• Monitor emerging security threats and assist with developing detection mechanisms.
• Support and troubleshoot IAM and enterprise security technologies.
• Work with Kubernetes, Docker, and scripting to support security initiatives.
• Troubleshoot network and security issues while maintaining a high level of client confidence.
• Collaborate with team members while also working independently on assigned tasks.

Required Experience

• 3-5 years of Security Engineering, IAM, or related experience.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and Docker.
• Development or scripting experience (Python or similar).
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with Linux, Firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and penetration testing.
• Knowledge of application security, DDoS mitigation, malware protection, wireless security, VoIP security, and network traffic analysis.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work independently.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

Preferred Experience

• Single Sign-On (SSO) experience.
• Federation or other IAM technologies.
• Experience with Ping Identity products, including PingFederate, PingID, and PingAccess.
• Experience with HYPR Affirms or passwordless authentication solutions.

Note: Ping Identity experience is preferred but not required. The hiring manager is willing to train candidates with a strong IAM or federation background.