Security Engineer

Overview

Security Engineer / Analyst, Part-Time. This Part-Time Consultant will need to live within driving distance of Knoxville, TN; you will need to go into the office on occasion.

At Provisions Group , we’re more than a technology and staffing firm — we’re a team that blends IT professional services, consulting, and recruiting under one roof. Our culture is people-first, our clients range from innovative startups to enterprise organizations, and we love tackling complex challenges with a collaborative, solutions-driven approach.

We’re looking for a Security Engineer / Analyst who can help us design, implement, and maintain secure environments for our clients while working closely with infrastructure, development, and compliance teams.

What you’ll do

• Design and implement secure infrastructure and application architectures for on-prem and cloud environments
• Evaluate and deploy security tools and technologies (SIEM, EDR, WAF, IAM)
• Maintain secure configurations across systems, networks, and cloud platforms
• Monitor and investigate security alerts using Splunk, Sentinel, CrowdStrike, or similar tools
• Conduct root cause analysis on incidents and lead remediation efforts
• Run regular vulnerability scans and coordinate remediation with dev and infrastructure teams
• Support compliance initiatives (SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI-DSS) and risk assessments
• Integrate security into CI/CD pipelines and automate repetitive tasks using scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell, etc.)
• Provide guidance and training on security best practices to technical and non-technical teams
• Stay ahead of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry trends

What we’re looking for

• 3+ years in a security engineering or related technical role
• Strong understanding of networking, Linux/Windows OS, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Experience with tools like firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and endpoint protection
• Scripting or programming skills (Python, PowerShell, etc.)
• Familiarity with frameworks like NIST, CIS, and MITRE ATT&CK

Bonus points if you have

• Certifications such as CISSP, OSCP, GSEC, or AWS Security Specialty
• Experience with Docker/Kubernetes security
• Knowledge of secure software development practices

This role offers the chance to make an immediate impact, collaborate with a smart and supportive team, and help strengthen the security posture for a variety of clients and projects.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting and Computer and Network Security