Associate Cybersecurity Engineer

Associate Cybersecurity Engineer

Syniverse is the world's most connected company. Whether we're developing the technology that enables intelligent cars to safely react to traffic changes or freeing travelers to explore by keeping their devices online wherever they go, we believe in leading the world forward. Which is why we work with some of the world's most recognized brands. Eight of the top 10 banks. Four of the top 5 global technology companies. Over 900 communications providers. And how we're able to provide our incredible talent with an innovative culture and great benefits.

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking a motivated Associate Cybersecurity Engineer to join our Security Architecture & Engineering team. In this role, you will help design, implement, and improve endpoint security controls that protect enterprise devices and corporate data. You will work closely with senior security engineers, IT infrastructure teams, and security architects to deploy and maintain endpoint security technologies, enhance endpoint visibility, and strengthen the organization's overall security posture. This role is ideal for someone early in their cybersecurity career who wants to gain hands-on experience in endpoint security engineering, security architecture implementation, and enterprise security tooling.

Some of What You'll Do

Scope of the Role:

• Direct Reports: This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in deploying, configuring, and maintaining endpoint protection technologies such as Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and CrowdStrike Falcon.
• Support implementation of endpoint hardening standards across Windows, macOS, and Linux environments.
• Assist in managing endpoint security policies including device control, firewall, and application protection.
• Help onboard endpoint security telemetry into monitoring platforms such as Splunk.
• Assist in validating endpoint detections and security alerts.
• Support endpoint log analysis and troubleshooting security-related issues.
• Support implementation of enterprise endpoint security architecture and design patterns.
• Assist senior engineers in evaluating endpoint security tools and technologies.
• Contribute to endpoint security baseline configurations and architecture documentation.
• Develop scripts or automation to streamline endpoint security operations and data collection.
• Assist in integrating endpoint security platforms with enterprise identity, logging, and asset management systems.
• Assist in investigating endpoint security incidents and validating containment or remediation actions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of endpoint security controls and processes.

Experience, Education, and Certifications:

• 2-4 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT operations, systems administration or networking.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Security, Information Systems, or equivalent practical experience.
• Foundational knowledge of endpoint security and operating system security concepts.
• Understanding of Windows, macOS, or Linux system administration basics.
• Basic scripting or automation experience (PowerShell, Python, or Bash)
• Foundational knowledge of security policies/practices and common security applications (e.g., EDR/antivirus, SIEM, vulnerability scanning, DLP).
• Basic networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls)
• Certifications: CompTIA Security+ (or in progress) preferred; GSEC, CySA+, or equivalent entry-level certifications are a plus.

Additional Requirements:

• May participate in on-call rotations or shift work as needed.
• Ability to work effectively in a team, seek guidance appropriately, and incorporate feedback.
• Uphold Syniverse security policies and practices and maintain professionalism in all interactions.
• Experience with endpoint security platforms such as CrowdStrike Falcon, Tanium, Trend Micro, Qualys, Zscaler, DSPM and Microsoft Defender

What We Value:

• Curiosity and willingness to learn new security technologies.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• A security-first engineering mindset.
• Collaboration across security and IT teams.

Why You Should Join Us:

Join us as we write a new chapter, guided by world-class leadership. Come be a part of an exciting and growing organization where we offer a competitive total compensation, flexible/remote work and with a leadership team committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and transparent organizational culture.

At Syniverse connectedness is at the core of our business. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion among our employees is crucial to our success as a global company as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people who want to help us connect the world.