Jr. Cyber Security Engineer

Overview
job summary:

We are seeking a skilled Cybersecurity Engineer with expertise in endpoint security technologies to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for deploying, managing, and optimizing security tools across enterprise endpoints. This role focuses on ensuring robust protection against threats through advanced solutions such as Antivirus (AV), Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR), Cyber Asset Attack Surface Management (CAASM), and Vulnerability Management platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Endpoint Security Deployment & Management

Implement and maintain enterprise-grade AV and EDR solutions across all endpoints.

Configure policies, rules, and alerts to ensure optimal security posture.

Monitor and troubleshoot endpoint security tools for performance and compliance.

Experience with Windows Defender Attack Path remediation and exposure management

Vulnerability Management

Conduct regular vulnerability scans and assessments.

Collaborate with IT and application teams to remediate identified vulnerabilities.

Maintain vulnerability management dashboards and reporting.

Cyber Asset Attack Surface Management (CAASM)

Integrate CAASM tools to identify and manage all assets within the environment.

Ensure accurate asset inventory and risk prioritization.

Incident Response & Threat Hunting

Investigate and respond to endpoint security alerts and incidents.

Perform root cause analysis and recommend preventive measures.

Perform investigation using SIEM tool such as Splunk

Policy & Compliance

Develop and enforce endpoint security standards and best practices.

Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational security requirements.

Automation & Optimization

Identify opportunities to automate repetitive security tasks.

Optimize configurations for performance and security effectiveness.

Required Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience).

3+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering with a focus on endpoint security.

Hands-on experience with AV and EDR platforms (e.g., CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Microsoft Defender).

Familiarity with CAASM tools and vulnerability management solutions (e.g., Tenable, Qualys).

Strong understanding of Windows, macOS, and Linux endpoint environments.

Knowledge of incident response processes and threat detection techniques.

Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+).

Experience with scripting and automation (PowerShell, Python).

Exposure to SIEM platforms and integration with endpoint tools.

location: New York, New York

job type: Contract

salary: $ per hour

work hours: 9am to 5pm

education: Bachelors

Responsibilities
Overview
We are seeking a skilled
Cybersecurity Engineer
with expertise in
endpoint security technologies
to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for deploying, managing, and optimizing security tools across enterprise endpoints. This role focuses on ensuring robust protection against threats through advanced solutions such as
Antivirus (AV), Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR), Cyber Asset Attack Surface Management (CAASM), and Vulnerability Management platforms
.

Key Responsibilities

• Endpoint Security Deployment & Management

• Implement and maintain enterprise-grade AV and EDR solutions across all endpoints.

• Configure policies, rules, and alerts to ensure optimal security posture.
• Monitor and troubleshoot endpoint security tools for performance and compliance.

• Experience with Windows Defender Attack Path remediation and exposure management

• Vulnerability Management

• Conduct regular vulnerability scans and assessments.

• Collaborate with IT and application teams to remediate identified vulnerabilities.

• Maintain vulnerability management dashboards and reporting.

• Cyber Asset Attack Surface Management (CAASM)

• Integrate CAASM tools to identify and manage all assets within the environment.

• Ensure accurate asset inventory and risk prioritization.

• Incident Response & Threat Hunting

• Investigate and respond to endpoint security alerts and incidents.

• Perform root cause analysis and recommend preventive measures.

• Perform investigation using SIEM tool such as Splunk

• Policy & Compliance

• Develop and enforce endpoint security standards and best practices.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational security requirements.

• Automation & Optimization

• Identify opportunities to automate repetitive security tasks.

• Optimize configurations for performance and security effectiveness.

Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications

Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+).

Experience with scripting and automation (PowerShell, Python).

Exposure to SIEM platforms and integration with endpoint tools.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.