Cyber Security Engineer III

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re currently seeking a Cyber Security Engineer III for our client, a top global retail brand that connects millions of buyers and sellers around the world. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong security operations and incident response experience to join a dynamic team supporting a 24x7x365 Security Operations Center (SOC).

As a Cyber Security Engineer III, you’ll play a key role in the Computer Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT), providing support for incident investigations, cyber analysis, and scripting automation. You’ll work alongside a dedicated team to defend the company’s systems and data from security threats, contributing to ongoing security enhancements in a hybrid work environment located in San Jose, CA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Incident Response & Digital Forensics: Lead investigations to determine the scope of security incidents, perform analysis, and implement countermeasures.
• Security Escalations & Controls: Respond to escalated events, apply security controls, and develop defense strategies to prevent breaches.
• Research & Threat Mitigation: Investigate and analyze efforts to compromise systems, and design appropriate countermeasures.
• Education & Training: Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, vulnerabilities, and countermeasures, and contribute to the ongoing development of security protocols.
• Communication: Collaborate across teams, providing status updates and security recommendations. Create pass-downs for shift transitions and engage with stakeholders via email and conference calls.
• Forensics Support: Perform HR investigations and legal holds in a forensically sound manner, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Shift Work: Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays, with a four-day-on, three-day-off schedule.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in incident detection, response, malware analysis, or digital forensics.
• At least one relevant certification (e.g., GIAC, CISSP, CEH, OSCP, etc.).
• Strong understanding of incident response, penetration testing, network protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS), and scripting (e.g., Python, Perl).
• Expertise in security operations and the ability to manage security incidents from detection to resolution.
• Ability to analyze and mitigate risk, with knowledge of system forensics, memory forensics, and vulnerability management.

Desired Skills:

• Specialized experience in Security Assessment, Application Security, or Cyber Intelligence Analysis.
• Proficiency with SIEM tools for log analysis and threat hunting.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Program
• Commuter Benefits
• eLearning and Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development

(Eligibility for benefits applies to those working 30+ hours per week and meeting the minimum assignment duration of 10 weeks.

If you're ready to make an impact in a dynamic environment and meet the qualifications for the Cyber Security Engineer III role, we encourage you to apply now. Our recruitment team will be in touch to guide you through the interview process and advocate on your behalf!

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.