Sr. Security Engineer

Job Description:

We are seeking an expert security professional to join our Security Engineering & Operations team and serve as a critical driver in developing our Information Security program. Working with the Senior Manager of Security Operations, you will collaborate closely with key stakeholders across the business, including Product Engineering, IT, Support, HR/People, and Legal.

Your main focus will be on leading incident response, implementing robust security technologies, and designing repeatable processes to build a scalable security operation that grows with the enterprise.

Who you’re committed to being:

• The Authority on Incident Response: You are the calm in the storm and the definitive voice during security events. You are capable of leading the team through high-pressure situations with clarity, precision, and decisive judgment.

• An Inquisitive Problem Solver: You are constantly looking for better ways to address complex security challenges. You don't just patch holes; you find the root cause.

• A Persistent Guardian: You know how to protect the business. As the business evolves, you find ways to implement security standard methodologies in a practical, business-enabling way.

• An Effective Communicator: You bridge the gap between technical and non-technical teams. You use data, compassion, and good judgment to approach business and people problems, ensuring people trust and follow your lead.

• A Self-Starter: You like to understand the expected outcome, gather context, and work entrepreneurially to get it done. You enjoy researching, implementing, and evangelizing security best practices.

• Flexible and Organized: You can pivot quickly when priorities change and approach every problem with a "can-do" attitude.

What you’ll do:

• Security Platform Administration: You will architect, administer, and maintain the lifecycle of critical security platforms, specifically regarding Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM), Application Security Testing (AST), and External Digital Risk/Domain Protection.

• Strategic Engagement: Engage with business leaders across the organization to influence and create the right technical solutions to address security problems and improve business processes.

• Incident Response Leadership: Investigate and handle security incidents based on event data, packet captures, reports, data visualization, and pattern analysis. You will drive security incidents to resolution.

• Threat Intelligence: Work with team members to stay current with the latest security breaches, technical attacks, and emerging threats.

• Compliance & Audits: Assist with internal technical reviews and compliance audits (ISO 27001, SOC 2, etc.).

• Mentorship: Assist with training and mentoring team members, engineers, and IT staff on security tools and best practices.

• Data Analysis: Lead the collection, analysis, and alerting of security event data from business systems.

Experience you’ll bring:

• Proficiency with technical incident response utilities such as Wireshark, Sysinternals, CyberChef, OpenSSL, and command-line data parsing tools (e.g., PowerShell, Python, or Bash for log manipulation).

• Deep understanding of security operations, including cryptographic protocols (SSL/TLS), network traffic analysis, and the MITRE ATT&CK framework.

Requirements:

• 4+ years of proven experience in the Information Security industry.

• Bachelor of Science in CIS/MIS/CS/CE, Engineering/Technology, related field, or equivalent experience/training.

• Possess DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level III or CSSP recognized certifications such as CISSP, CASP+, CCSP, GCED, OR GCIH

• Hands-on experience with modern defensive stacks, including:

• SIEM & Log Analysis (e.g., writing complex queries, building dashboards, and correlation rules in SIEMplatforms).

• Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) (e.g., investigating process trees and isolating hosts using EDR tools).

• Network Security & SSE (e.g., managing policy and analyzing traffic logs in Cloud Firewalls or Web Gateways).

• This is a remote role; however, applicants located within 45 miles of our Westlake/Dallas, TX office should expect to work on-site Tuesday through Thursday, with remote flexibility on Mondays and Fridays. This approach enables more effective collaboration, quicker decision-making, and a stronger culture, while still providing flexibility.

Why you’ll love working here:

• We’re a blended workplace, where team members work remotely or in a hybrid setup depending on their role and location

• We’re mission driven and guided by our culture pillars

• We have a strong commitment to diversity and belonging

• We cultivate a culture of trust, autonomy, and collaboration

• We’re lifelong learners and champion team member growth and advancement

• We’ve got you covered - team member benefits include competitive compensation packages, medical coverage, unlimited PTO, wellness reimbursements, Pluralsight subscription, professional development funds and more.

About us:

Pluralsight provides the only learning platform dedicated to accelerating the technology skills and capabilities of today’s tech workforce. Thousands of companies, government organizations and individuals around the world rely on Pluralsight to support critical technology skill development in areas that are crucial to innovation including artificial intelligence, cloud computing, cybersecurity, software development, and machine learning. Pluralsight provides highly curated content developed by vetted technology experts, industry leading skill assessments, and hands on, immersive learning experiences designed to help individuals skill-up faster.

Physical Requirements:

This role is primarily performed in an office or home office setting and involves standard computer-based work.

EEOC Statement & Accommodations Statement:

Bring yourself. Pluralsight is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with EEOC guidelines and local laws.

If you need an accommodation to apply, interview, or perform essential job functions, please visit the bottom of our website to learn how to request an accommodation. Learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our DEIB Report.

The annual US base salary range for this role is $117,100 - $154,000 USD. Actual compensation will depend on location, skills, experience, and other factors. Additional benefits and bonuses may apply.

Applications must be submitted within 90 days after the initial posting date to be considered.

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