Senior Security Engineer

Description: Hybrid Fully Remote until West LA office opens - then 3x a week onsite in Los Angeles, CA Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Security Engineer with a focus on security architecture assessments across on-premises and Azure environments. The role includes conducting manual and automated security assessments, identifying vulnerabilities, advising on mitigation strategies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to strengthen security posture. This is a contract to hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance. Rate: $48.00 to $58.00/hr. w2

JN -082026-108362

Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive security assessments and penetration tests for on-premises networks and Azure cloud, using manual and automated methods for network controls, firewalls, and cloud-native features. Evaluate network security posture during design, implementation, and deployment to align with enterprise standards. Collaborate with application security architects to integrate secure design principles into network infrastructure. Work with IT, DevOps, Application Development, and Enterprise Architecture to uncover vulnerabilities and drive remediation. Integrate security controls and automated testing into CI/CD pipelines for network and cloud deployments. Review and enhance network architecture by identifying threats, risks, and compliance gaps for Azure services such as Azure Firewall, Network Security Groups, and Azure Gateway. Provide guidance on IAM, data protection, and secure connectivity between on-premises and cloud resources. Develop and enforce network security policies, standards, and best practices aligned with frameworks such as NIST, CIS Benchmarks, and OWASP. Stay current with network security trends, Azure security enhancements, and evolving threats. Prepare assessment reports and communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Participate in incident response activities related to network or application security events. Experience Requirements: 5+ years of professional experience in network security with on-premises and Azure exposure. Understanding of application security architecture and integration with network security. Experience with manual and automated network security assessments, scanning, and penetration testing. Familiarity with SSDLC and DevSecOps practices. Knowledge of Azure security tools and services including Azure Firewall, Network Security Groups, Defender/Security Center, and Key Vault. Communication skills to advise and collaborate across teams. Relevant certifications such as Azure Security Engineer Associate, CISSP, CEH, or CCSP are a plus. Ability to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. Ability to meet the West Los Angeles, CA location requirement. Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field preferred. Eliassen Group