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Security Engineer II

The Center For Orthopedic And Research E

Phoenix, AZ 85023 • 9/20/2026

Job Description

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • SOC Engineering – Engineer and enhance Security Operations Center (SOC) capabilities, integrating security monitoring tools, SIEM solutions, and automation workflows in 24x7 mission critical environments.
  • Security Operations Enablement – Develop and implement security frameworks and processes that enhance the efficiency of security operations teams in multi-tenant and geographically diverse client environments.
  • Endpoint Security Management – Deploy, enhance, and maintain enterprise security solutions to align with best practices to minimize attack surfaces, threats, and security risks within the supported environments.
  • Incident Response Support – Work closely with SOC analysts to refine incident detection, investigation, and response capabilities including participation in 24x7 on-call escalation rotations.
  • Threat Intelligence Integration – Integrate threat intelligence feeds and analytics to improve proactive threat detection and mitigation.
  • Risk Management & Compliance – Ensure security controls comply with industry regulations such as NIST, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 including diligence assessments for new environments and new clients.
  • Security Engineering Development – Define and document security reference engineering and best practices for network and cloud environments.
  • Automation & Orchestration – Implement automation strategies for security processes, including security policy management and security alert triaging.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration – Work with IT, DevOps, and business units to align security policies with operational goals.
  • Continuous Improvement – Monitor emerging threats, security trends, and best practices to enhance enterprise security posture.

EDUCATION

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.

EXPERIENCE

  • IT Systems Engineering – 4-6 years of experience in engineering enterprise IT platforms.
  • Security Engineering – 4-6 years of experience managing and implementing enterprise security solutions.
  • SOC Engineering & Security Operations – 4-6 years in SOC engineering, incident response, or security automation.
  • Network Security – Proven experience contributing to the design and securing of network platforms, including VPNs, proxies, and IDS/IPS solutions.
  • Threat Intelligence & Detection – At least 4-6 years of experience working with SIEM platforms, threat hunting, and endpoint detection response (EDR) solutions.
  • Security Design – 4-6 years of experience in security design and implementation.
  • Azure Cloud Solutions – Proven expertise in designing and deploying Azure cloud solutions including security.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Preferred Certifications – CISSP, GIAC (GSEC, GCIA, GCIH), CCNP Security, Palo Alto Networks PCNSA/PCNSE, Fortinet FCP/FCSS or equivalent.
  • Microsoft – Microsoft Defender Certified preferred.
  • Security Management – Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) preferred.

KNOWLEDGE

  • Security Operations – In-depth understanding of SOC workflows, log management, and SIEM solutions (Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar, etc.).
  • Firewall Technologies – Expertise in firewalls, including Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco, or Check Point.
  • Cloud Technologies – In-depth understanding of cloud computing principles, serverless architectures, and cloud-native development.
  • Cloud Security – Familiarity with cloud security models in AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
  • Security Standards & Compliance – Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, authentication protocols (OAuth, SAML).
  • Regulatory Frameworks – Strong knowledge of compliance standards and best practices such as NIST, ISO 27001, SOC-2, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and GDPR.
  • Automation & Scripting – Experience with Python, PowerShell, or Bash for security automation.
  • Continuous Learning Mindset – Passion for staying up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.

SKILLS

  • Security Design – Ability to contribute to the design and implementation of secure architectures.
  • Security Automation – Proficiency in automating security processes and threat detection workflows.
  • Automation & Scripting – Proficiency in PowerShell, Terraform, and ARM templates.
  • Project Management – Ability to manage security projects and drive cross-functional initiatives (moderate).
  • Project & Time Management – Skill in managing multiple projects, prioritizing tasks, working independently, and delivering high-quality solutions within deadlines.

ABILITIES

  • Incident Response & Threat Hunting – Strong analytical skills for investigating security incidents.
  • Communication & Leadership – Strong ability to present security concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Strategic Thinking – Align security initiatives with business and IT strategies.
  • Risk Assessment – Identify and prioritize security risks with data-driven analysis.
  • Technical Leadership – Guide teams in implementing best practices for security operations.
  • Adaptability – Stay ahead of emerging cybersecurity threats and technologies.
  • Detail-Oriented – Maintain strong attention to detail and organizational skills.