Cyber Security Engineer

Placement Type:


Temporary

Salary:


$52.26-58.07 Hourly

Start Date:


May 25, 2026

Aquent is partnering with a prominent organization at the forefront of innovation, dedicated to safeguarding digital assets and ensuring robust security across its expansive operations. Our esteemed client is seeking a talented individual to join their dynamic team, where your expertise will directly contribute to protecting critical infrastructure and enabling secure technological advancements. This is an incredible opportunity to make a tangible impact, shaping the future of security within a leading enterprise.


We are looking for a passionate and proactive individual to join our client's security engineering team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in fortifying their defenses against an ever-evolving threat landscape. You will leverage your technical prowess to design, implement, and maintain cutting-edge security solutions, directly impacting the integrity and resilience of their systems. Your contributions will not only protect vital information but also empower the organization to innovate securely and confidently.


**What You'll Do:**


* Proactively monitor and analyze new and emerging security threats from diverse sources.
* Collaborate on developing and implementing detection mechanisms to counter identified threats.
* Apply your expertise in network security fundamentals to enhance system protection.
* Contribute to the design and implementation of robust security architectures.
* Troubleshoot complex network security issues, leveraging your analytical skills to ensure continuous operation.
* Work hands-on with containerization and orchestration technologies to secure modern applications.
* Engage in development and scripting activities to automate security processes and improve efficiency.


**Required Qualifications:**


*3-5 years of experience with dev experience ( scripting, python etc ) hands on with kubernetes, SSO domain experience would be preferable.


* Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or an equivalent field.
* 2-5 years of hands-on experience in security implementation.
* Demonstrated working knowledge of Linux operating systems, Firewalls, Virtual Private Networking (VPN), Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS), and penetration testing methodologies.
* Strong technical track record with hands-on experience in many of the following: L2/L3 firewalls, application layer security, anti-virus solutions, spyware/malcode tools, DDOS mitigation, traffic profiling/anomaly detection, wireless security, and Voice over IP (VoIP) security.
* Proficiency in troubleshooting network traces and complex security incidents.
* Experience working with container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
* Development experience, including scripting languages like Python.
* Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently.
* Excellent communication skills and a proactive, self-starter mentality.


**Preferred Qualifications:**


* Experience with Single Sign-On (SSO) domain concepts and implementation.
* Familiarity with identity management platforms.
* Experience with passwordless authentication solutions.


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