Hybrid Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

at Vervent

• Job title: Senior Cybersecurity Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: $124,500 - $166,000 per year
• Degree requirement: No Education Requirement
• Tech skills: Cyber Security, Python
• Location requirements: Hybrid, San Diego, United States

About the role

• Senior Cybersecurity Engineer focusing on security solution design and engineering for fintech company. Engage in vulnerability management, incident response, and threat hunting activities.

Responsibilities

• Primary responsibility for security solution design and engineering.
• Execute and assist in further development of the company’s vulnerability management program.
• Perform vulnerability scans, network penetration tests, web application testing, threat analysis, wireless network analysis, and social engineering assessments.
• Perform security assessments of new and existing systems.
• Serve as a key team member on the Incident Response Team.
• Perform threat hunting across the enterprise.
• Perform end to end security monitoring, second level triage and incident response using enterprise tools across various channels like - SIEM, EDR, Email gateway, Firewall rules, Global CDN (content delivery Network) etc.
• Support day to day SOC operations, including second level incident triage, investigation, threat detection and response.
• Propose changes to policy and procedures as needed.
• Develop comprehensive and accurate reports and presentations for both technical and executive audiences.
• Assist in the technical preparation and support of Payment Card Industry (PCI) and Standard Operating Control (SOC) audits.
• Participate in third party information security reviews.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to strengthen overall enterprise security posture.
• Develop scripts and methodologies to enhance security operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 5-10 years of cybersecurity experience including strong experience with modern SIEM, threat hunting and EDR tools.
• Solid understanding of threat detection, malware behavior, and incident response methodologies.
• Familiarity with security frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK, NIST CSF, CIS, ISO 27001 etc.).
• Scripting/automation experience desired (Python, PowerShell, Json, Agentic AI).
• One or more information security certifications strongly desired (from SANS/GIAC, ISC2, EC- Council, etc.).
• Ongoing awareness of cybersecurity trends and industry best practices.
• Strong attention to detail with an analytical mind.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Outstanding problem-solving skills.
• Hands-on experience with cybersecurity tools commonly used in network defense, performing security assessments, and for general security operations.
• Strong knowledge of common attack techniques.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Benefits

• Medical, FSA & HSA, Dental, Vision + More!
• 401k - 100% vested once you start contributing.
• Generous company match!
• Regular employee health, wellness & engagement activities!
• Pet Insurance, because fur babies are important to us too!
• Beautiful local offices with on-site/hybrid options